EPA Final Permit Will Protect the Health of Great Bay
(PORTSMOUTH, N.H.) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced that it has finalized and issued a Clean Water Act general permit for wastewater treatment plants discharging to New Hampshire's Great Bay estuary.
EPA Seeking Comments on Updated Plant Biostimulants Guidance
WASHINGTON (November 24, 2020) — In recognition of the growing class of products generally known as plant biostimulants, the U.S.
EPA awards $425,000 to Delaware to control polluted runoff, restore water quality
PHILADELPHIA (Nov. 24, 2020) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced a $424,716 grant to the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control to improve water quality in water bodies throughout the state.
EPA awards $4.8 million to Pennsylvania to control polluted runoff, restore water quality
PHILADELPHIA (Nov. 24, 2020) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced a $4,846,500 grant to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection to improve water quality in rivers and streams throughout the commonwealth.
EPA awards $1.7 million to Virginia to control polluted runoff, restore water quality
PHILADELPHIA (Nov. 24, 2020) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today announced a $1,693,000 grant to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality to improve water quality of water bodies throughout the commonwealth.
USDA Launches AskUSDA, Improves and Streamlines Customer Experience
(Washington, D.C., November 18, 2020) – Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the official launch of the AskUSDA Contact Center program. The AskUSDA Contact Center will serve as the “one front door” for phone, chat, and web inquires, transforming how the public interacts with USDA and providing an enhanced experience for the public.
USDA Shares Easy At-Home Advice for Handling Food Safely this Thanksgiving
(Washington, D.C., November 23, 2020) – This week, Americans will enjoy a delicious meal on Thanksgiving Day with family and friends – either in person or virtually. Taking the necessary steps toward safe food handling and sanitation will help protect you and your loved ones this year. To make sure your Thanksgiving meal is prepared safely, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is offering food safety advice to reduce foodborne illness, including on Thanksgiving Day.
U.S. Navy to upgrade wastewater treatment plant on California’s San Clemente Island following agreement with U.S. EPA
SAN CLEMENTE ISLAND, Calif. – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a Federal Facility Compliance Agreement (FFCA) with the Navy whereby the Navy will complete major upgrades to the wastewater treatment plant on San Clemente Island.