Protecting Children Around the World from the Dangers of Lead Paint
There is no known safe level of lead exposure without harmful effects, and even low levels of lead exposure may cause lifelong health problems.
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There is no known safe level of lead exposure without harmful effects, and even low levels of lead exposure may cause lifelong health problems.
For me, being a Hispanic EPA employee means being a part of the next generation of change agents – following the footsteps of the minority leaders who have made such a difference at our Agency.
The Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medal is a wonderful way to acknowledge the hard work that federal employees do, day in and day out, and highlight some of our critical actions.
The Mississippi River flows through 10 states and four EPA Regions. Regions 4, 5, 6, and 7 are committed to begin working with the Mississippi River cities to reduce plastic pollution in the main artery in the heart of our country.
My love for using data to answer important questions is shared by researchers across the country and all around the world – answering any question you can think of about the environment.
As we face new challenges and setbacks at EPA, we find strength in our leaders, past and present, our circle continuously expands, and our work continues.
We believe that providing communities equitable access to participate in and lead scientific projects is key to our shared vision of public engagement in science.
Climate change and other environmental issues can seem daunting, but I’m hopeful that people will continue working and advocating to protect special places like Mojave National Preserve.
Learn about EPA's internal council that was created to identify ways we can enhance opportunities for recruitment of students from HBCUs.