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Biden Administration Highlights Record Environmental Enforcement in 2024

The Biden administration set a new precedent in environmental enforcement during the 2024 fiscal year, including the first-ever arrest for violations of anti-climate change regulations under the American Innovation and Manufacturing (AIM) Act. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued its annual enforcement report on Thursday, showcasing significant increases in penalties, prosecutions, and pollution reduction initiatives.

Goldman Sachs-Owned Synagro Pushes Congress for Protection from Lawsuits

Synagro, a waste recycling company owned by Goldman Sachs, is lobbying Congress to shield itself from lawsuits over per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination stemming from its sludge-based fertilizers. The lobbying efforts are part of an industry-wide push to avoid liability for synthetic chemicals that have polluted farmland and residential areas.

EPA Proposes Partial Removal of Pesticide Linked to Neurodevelopment Issues

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed a rule to partially revoke the use of the pesticide chlorpyrifos.

Karl Rove Urges Trump to Prioritize Experienced Deputies for Cabinet Roles

Karl Rove, former White House deputy chief of staff, has advised President-elect Donald Trump to ensure his Cabinet appointees are supported by experienced deputies...

New Chemical Found in Drinking Water

A new chemical compound has been discovered in U.S. water, according to a study published in Science.

Lee Zeldin to Lead EPA

Former Rep. Lee Zeldin (R-NY) has been chosen by President-elect Donald Trump to lead the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Biden Admin’s Regulatory Costs Reach Nearly $1.78 Trillion

The American Action Forum (AAF) found that the Biden-Harris administration has spent nearly $1.78 trillion in rules and regulations since January 2021.

White House Announces Initiative to Combat Pollution and Boost Climate Resilience

On a recent Wednesday, the current administration declared the launch of a government-funded initiative aimed at creating jobs in the realm of “environmental justice.” The...

Connections Unveiled: The Influence of Lobbyists on EPA Policy and Appointments

On March 8, 2022, President Joe Biden nominated Joe Goffman as the head of the EPA’s Office of Air and Radiation.

Govt Agency Tells Children the ‘Biggest Problem’ is Climate Change

NASA's "Climate Kids" page tells young children that the Earth is undergoing global temperature changes that could affect their lives.

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