EPA proposes new clean water rules for meat and poultry polluters. What does this mean for Texas?
Texas is number one for water pollution, with slaughterhouses major contributor
Clean water
If we want a greener, healthier world we need to protect our rivers, lakes and streams.
Clean water is vital to ecosystems, to our health, and our quality of life. But too many of our rivers, lakes and streams are vulnerable to pollution. This pollution, along with outdated infrastructure – like lead pipes in our schools – puts our health at risk. We need to work together to protect our waters.
The Latest on Clean water
Statement: EPA tells power plants to clean up their act
Statement: White House launches new effort to protect clean water
Updates
Study from Johns Hopkins highlights the need to get the lead out in Chicago
Dangerous Play: Studies find harmful ‘forever chemicals’ in artificial turf fields
U.S Supreme Court won’t hear Alaska’s Pebble Mine Lawsuit
What You Can Do
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Why we’re supporting a ban on TCE
We’re asking the EPA to prioritize the health and safety of our families by quickly finalizing the ban on the consumer use of TCE.
EPA proposes 10-year deadline for replacing lead pipes
The EPA is proposing a 10-year deadline for most water utilities to replace lead pipes. More work is needed to ensure safe drinking water at schools as well.
Chicagoans want to get the lead out
Parents, environmentalists, policymakers and concerned citizens rally at Daley Plaza to support efforts to get the lead out of drinking water.
Why does PA gets an “F” when it comes to lead in school drinking water?
Updated 2023 mid-hurricane season resource guide: data, resources & interview opportunities
The Atlantic hurricane season lasts from June 1 through November 30. This resource guide can help members of the media cover it more thoroughly and accurately.