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Believing We Have a Functional EPA Is Worse Than Having a Non-Functional EPA
EPA defenders mistakenly believe that it works on behalf of public health and safety.
Water Restored to Majority of Puerto Rico, but Problems Persist
Water safety has been a persistent issue for Puerto Rico.
After Flint Crisis, Michigan Sets a New Standard for Lead in Drinking Water
Dangerous lead contamination in US schools is more pervasive than previously thought.
EPA Staff Says Trump Administration Changing Agency Mission to Protect Industry
The EPA is facing an ongoing, broad-scale takeover by industries it regulates.
As EPA Scandals Mount, Scott Pruitt Is Radically Reshaping Agency to Aid Polluters and Big Business
Robert Weissman, president of Public Citizen, discusses more.
Trump’s EPA Doesn’t Want You to Know Chemicals in Teflon Are Poisoning Waterways and Firefighters
These chemicals are more dangerous than previously thought.
How Trump’s EPA Is Moving to Undo Fracking Wastewater Protections
The sheer volume of wastewater coming from the oil and gas industry is enormous.
Scott Pruitt’s Embattled Science “Transparency” Rule Does Not Apply to Pesticides
There is tremendous secrecy around pesticides.
States Representing 44 Percent of US Population Sue Trump’s EPA for Blocking Auto Emissions Standards
The evidence is irrefutable: Today's clean car standards are achievable, science-based and a boon for American families.
EPA Recommends Transitioning Away From Animal Testing
Animal testing isn't only cruel, but less effective than humane alternatives.