U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

  • Automotive Trends Report Now Available

    We’re celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Automotive Trends report with record improvements in fuel economy and CO2 emissions.

    Discover the trends

  • Reducing Air Pollution at Ports

    Selected projects will receive nearly $3 billion from the Inflation Reduction Act to reduce diesel pollution in near-port communities around the country.

    Explore selected projects

  • Lead in Drinking Water

    EPA has announced a final rule requiring replacement of lead pipes with 10 years. The Lead and Copper Rule Improvements strengthen nationwide requirements to protect children and adults from the health effects from lead in drinking water.

    Learn about the final rule

  • Careers at EPA

    Science Careers at EPA

    From tackling the climate crisis to advancing environmental justice, what happens here changes the world. At EPA, you can be a changemaker.

    Learn more about Careers at EPA

  • Investing in America

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    EPA has an opportunity to move further and faster than ever before to build a healthier and brighter future for people and the planet.

    Learn how EPA is investing in America

  • Applying for EPA Grants

    Discover EPA-hosted webinars to learn how to apply for, or manage an EPA grant.

    Register to attend an EPA grant webinar

  • Find Investments in Your Community

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    Discover the historic investments made in the health, equity, and resilience of American communities through Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding and the Inflation Reduction Act.

    Explore the interactive map

  • Climate Change

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    Understanding and addressing climate change is critical to EPA's mission of protecting human health and the environment. Find resources and accurate information about climate change.

    Explore climate change resources

  • Drinking Water Resources

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    Learn how water gets to your drinking water tap every day, the different types of public water systems, and other basic information about drinking water safety.

    Explore drinking water resources

EPA Perspectives

Read commentary-style articles from EPA staff.

  • child holding a glass under the faucet

    Lead in Private Well Water and its Impacts on Children's Health

    There is no safe level of lead. Lead can be present in drinking water without any noticeable changes in color or odor. It is the responsibility of private well owners to test their water for lead and to take appropriate measures to mitigate exposure.

    • Date:
    • By: Sara Eaves
  • Hartley received her North Carolina Environmental Education certificate in 2018 from Michael Regan, current EPA Administrator, and former North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Secretary.

    From Teacher to Author: How Climate Literacy Guided My Career 

    Early in my career I realized that shifting the mindset of students in my classroom, especially on a social norm that valued consumerism over environmentalism, was a challenge with context and nuance far beyond my classroom walls.

    • Date:
    • By: Jenna Hartley

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Last updated on November 25, 2024