Trump Rollback to Hike Gas Prices, Analysis Shows
#ClimatePolicy #EPATrump's EPA claims repealing vehicle climate rules saves $1.3tn, but its own analysis shows $1.5tn in costs from higher fuel prices. Critics accuse the administration of ignoring climate impacts and "cooking the books" to favor fossil fuel interests. read more
Trump Revokes Key Climate Rule, Sparks Legal War
#ClimatePolicy #EPAThe Trump administration revoked the EPA's scientific authority to regulate climate-heating pollution from vehicles, a move critics call a gift to polluters. Legal challenges are expected. read more
#EPA #EnvironmentalRollback
Critics accuse Trump's EPA of abandoning its public health mission, prioritizing big business by rolling back dozens of environmental rules. The agency has removed climate crisis authority and devalued human health in cost analyses, sparking internal revolt. read more
Judge Chutkan Demands Evidence from EPA in Climate Grant Dispute
#ClimateChange #EPAJudge Tanya Chutkan demands evidence from Trump's EPA regarding halted climate grants worth billions. Climate United sues over frozen funds, with Chutkan asking for proof of wrongdoing. Government fails to provide evidence, prompting further filings to be submitted. read more
EPA Requires Musk's Approval for Spending Over $50,000 Amid Controversy
#EPA #ElonMuskThe US Environmental Protection Agency now requires approval from Elon Musk's Doge team for spending items over $50,000, despite Trump's attempt to limit Musk's control over job cuts. Musk's involvement raises concerns about external influence. read more
Scientists Slam EPA's Attempt to Downplay Climate Change Impact
#ClimateChange #EPAScientists express their disapproval of the EPA's attempt to downplay climate change risks, citing observable evidence of worsening global warming. They challenge the administration's reversal efforts, emphasizing the growing threats to public health and welfare caused by greenhouse gas emissions. read more
"Trump's Administration Overhauls Climate Change Action and Regulatory Independence"
#EPA #ClimateChangeFindingThe EPA wants to repeal a landmark finding on climate change, which may impact regulations. Administrator Lee Zeldin urged Trump's administration to reconsider it, risking climate action. The move could reshape environmental policies. read more
Fox News Anchor John Roberts Misreports EPA Administrator's Actions
#FoxNews #EPAFox News anchor falsely claims EPA Administrator discovered $20 billion in cash in a parked car outside a bank, linking it to clean-energy project grants. EPA head Zeldin actually clawing back already allocated funds for oversight. read more
Trump Administration's EPA Vision: Staff Cuts, Industry Focus, AI Emphasis
#EPA #AIprioritiesThe Trump administration's new vision for the EPA prioritizes AI, industry lobbyists, and staffing cuts, aiming to boost American energy dominance and the auto industry while making the US an AI capital. These priorities neglect the climate crisis and endanger the agency's mission. read more
EPA Warns 1,100 Employees of Immediate Firing Amid Climate Change Agenda
#EPA #GovernmentCutbacksOver 1,100 EPA workers face immediate dismissal under the Trump administration's cutbacks. Employees, including seasoned staff, are warned about potential termination amidst a climate of uncertainty. read more
EPA Braces for Trump's Return with Cuts and Upheaval
#EPA #TrumpAdministrationEPA staff fear Trump will diminish pollution protection measures in what could be the agency's largest shakeup since its establishment. Nicole Cantello, an EPA water specialist, expressed concerns over potential staff cuts and political interference. Anxiety grows over the future of pollution regulations. read more
EPA's Bold Plan: Remove Lead Pipes Across US by 2032
#EPA #LeadPipeRemovalThe EPA has introduced a historic rule to remove $30 billion worth of lead pipes across the US within a decade, following the Flint water crisis. The new rule mandates stricter lead testing but raises concerns about costs and leaving affected communities behind. read more
#EPA #ClimateChangeGrants
The EPA awards $4.3 billion in grants to 30 states for projects reducing climate pollution, targeting emissions from various sectors. The funding, from the 2022 climate law, supports clean energy expansion, with grants for transportation decarbonization, electric vehicle infrastructure, and renewable energy initiatives. read more
#EPA #BrownfieldRevitalization
The Environmental Protection Agency dedicates $300 million for industrial cleanup, including redeveloping contaminated brownfield sites. Bipartisan support increases funding under the 2021 Infrastructure Bill, emphasizing environmental justice and health risks for minority communities living near brownfields. read more
#EPA #LeadPipes
The EPA watchdog found that the agency distributed $3 billion to replace lead pipes based on unverified data, potentially leading to inaccurate funding allocations. States like Texas and Florida received more than expected, prompting concerns about fair distribution. read more
#EPA #SensorPlaneDelay
A whistleblower criticizes the EPA for delays in deploying a sensor plane after an Ohio derailment, potentially missing crucial data. read more
#OhioDerailment #EPA
The EPA did not declare a public health emergency following a fiery train derailment in Ohio due to a lack of documented health problems and ongoing chemical exposures. Residents report respiratory issues and rashes, but the EPA maintains that no emergency declaration is warranted. read more
#EPA #publichealth
EPA chose not to declare Ohio train derailment a public health emergency due to ongoing chemical exposure as officials lacked data while monitoring contamination, leading to public health concerns. read more