Hispanic Heritage Month: My journey en La EPA
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.
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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 newly created Office of Environmental Justice and External Civil Rights will ensure federal funding makes it to communities that have been left out for far too long.
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.
As teachers, staff, and students all get ready to head back to the classroom, it’s also important to ensure that our schools welcome these important people back into a healthy learning environment.
The Inflation Reduction Act is the most aggressive action in tackling the climate crisis in U.S. history. This law will reduce harmful air pollution, advance environmental justice, and save families money on their energy bills.
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.
Oceans are much more than just a temporary escape from the daily grind or a nice background for vacation photos. We need your help to protect this important resource.
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.
A bed bug infestation can feel like the end of the world, but you have options. Discover pest management strategies and what works for bed bug control.
Brownfields job training grant opportunities are now available! We anticipate awarding approximately 25 grants nationwide at amounts up to $500,000 per award - a historic investment for communities across the nation.
Today, we are living through a historic moment for environmental justice. We have come full circle – from a time when environmental justice did not have a name to today when it is at the center of the Biden-Harris Administration’s agenda.
Protecting children now ensures that we protect future generations. After all, kids comprise nearly a quarter of the U.S. population, but they are 100% of the nation’s future – and many environmental exposures in childhood can have lifelong health impacts.
EPA’s role in preventing, preparing for, and responding to natural disasters and environmental emergencies such as hurricanes is integral to our mission to protect human health and the environment.
EPA has a responsibility to work with the international community to ensure a healthy future, protect the global commons, support a robust and sustainable economy that creates good-paying jobs, and advance strong environmental governance.