(New York, N.Y.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has issued a complaint against CRM Rental Management, Inc. of Rome, N.Y. for not informing residents of its buildings about potential lead-based paint in their apartments. It is estimated that three-quarters of U.S. residential dwellings…
Ever looked a manta ray in the eye? I never thought I’d get to either.Their eyeballs are bigger than you might expect. If you’ve had a pet, you’ll most likely understand where I’m going with this and if not, well call me crazy.We had a moment.Through my scuba mask, between about a foot of…
(New York, N.Y.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has ordered the Buffalo Sewer Authority in Buffalo, New York to comply with federal Clean Water Act requirements for combined sewer systems to protect people’s health and water quality. Combined sewer systems carry domestic sewage,…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- Battling Insects that Cause Trouble in Paradise (Feb 23, 2012) Nothing in life is perfect, not even tropical paradises, thanks to invading pests like the Japanese beetle and the Oriental fruit fly, but ARS Entomologists have…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- New Courses/Training for Professionals for 2012 Explores opportunities related to continuing education for invasive species management professionals. Weed Day (California) -- Jul 19, 2012 University of California - Davis Aquatic…
NOAA's Fisheries Service said today it was authorizing Idaho, Oregon and Washington to permanently remove the specific California sea lions eating the imperiled salmon and steelhead that congregate below Bonneville Dam as they head up the Columbia River to spawn. The authorization becomes…
For the first time in four years, no area of the country faces a high risk of major to record spring flooding, largely due to the limited winter snowfall, according to NOAA's annual Spring Outlook, which forecasts the potential for flooding from April to June.
By Lina YounesThe Magic School Bus books have provided amazing educational experiences for children of all ages. For almost 25 years, this book series has explored interesting adventures and field trips featuring Ms. Frizzle and her class aboard the Magic School Bus. Several years ago, EPA and…
Por Lina YounesLos libros del Autobús Mágico han brindado fantásticas experiencias educativas a los niños de todas las edades. Durante unos 25 años, esta serie ha explorado las interesantes aventuras y excursiones de la Srta. Frizzle (Srta. Rizos) y sus alumnos a bordo del autobús escolar…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- Many New Upcoming Invasive Species Related Conferences added (U.S. and International), including : Insect Decline: The Causes and the Role of Agriculture in Mitigation -- Apr 25, 2012 2012 Agriculture Stakeholder Conference:…
(Boston, Mass. – March 14, 2012) – The US Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) and the Massachusetts Dept. of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) have worked collaboratively at the request of the Boston Public Health Commission, City of Boston response agencies and the Mayor’s Office to…
By Laureen BurtonSpring is around the corner and with the season’s warming weather we often open up our windows and take on the task of spring cleaning. As a toxicologist for EPA’s Indoor Environments Division, I’m often asked if I have any indoor air quality tips that people might use during…
Each week we write about the science behind environmental protection. Previous Science Wednesdays.By Phil SayreYou may have heard of nanotechnology, but then again, maybe you haven’t. Despite the ubiquity of nanotechnology—it is now widely used in products ranging from clothing (which…
Each week we write about the science behind environmental protection. Previous Science Wednesdays.By Monica LinnenbrinkNow I can look great and feel good about using my favorite mascara. Why? Because EPA researchers are collaborating with L’Oréal to help end the need for animal testing. EPA is…
WASHINGTON - Science, imagination, education, healthier kids and a cleaner environment came together when Scholastic Inc. and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) teamed up to create “The Magic School Bus Gets Cleaned Up” – a special edition book based on the award-winning Scholastic…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- State Noxious-Weed Seed Requirements Recognized in the Administration of the Federal Seed Act (Updated 2012) This publication (updated annually) contains information about the various State labeling requirements and prohibitions of…
(New York, N.Y.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today announced it has added the Eighteen Mile Creek site in Niagara County, New York to the Superfund National Priorities List of the country’s most hazardous waste sites. Sediment in some areas of the creek is contaminated with harmful…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- Wisconsin -- Updated Aquatic Invasive Species Report (2010-2011) and 2012 Annual Invasive Species Awareness Month (Jun 2012): Wisconsin's Annual Invasive Species Awareness Month "Slow the Spread by Boat and Tread" --…
By Stephanie ThorntonIt’s never a good feeling to wake up in the middle of the night to the sound of rushing water. First, my foggy brain thought a neighbor might be taking an oddly-timed shower. Then I considered whether it was possible for a toilet to suddenly be that loud. As I groggily made my…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- CalWeedMapper CalWeedMapper is a new Web site for mapping invasive plant spread and planning regional management in California. Users generate a report for their region that synthesizes information into three types of strategic…
(New York, N.Y.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has issued a complaint against CRM Rental Management, Inc. of Rome, N.Y. for not informing residents of its buildings about potential lead-based paint in their apartments. It is estimated that three-quarters of U.S. residential dwellings…
Ever looked a manta ray in the eye? I never thought I’d get to either.Their eyeballs are bigger than you might expect. If you’ve had a pet, you’ll most likely understand where I’m going with this and if not, well call me crazy.We had a moment.Through my scuba mask, between about a foot of…
(New York, N.Y.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has ordered the Buffalo Sewer Authority in Buffalo, New York to comply with federal Clean Water Act requirements for combined sewer systems to protect people’s health and water quality. Combined sewer systems carry domestic sewage,…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- Battling Insects that Cause Trouble in Paradise (Feb 23, 2012) Nothing in life is perfect, not even tropical paradises, thanks to invading pests like the Japanese beetle and the Oriental fruit fly, but ARS Entomologists have…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- New Courses/Training for Professionals for 2012 Explores opportunities related to continuing education for invasive species management professionals. Weed Day (California) -- Jul 19, 2012 University of California - Davis Aquatic…
NOAA's Fisheries Service said today it was authorizing Idaho, Oregon and Washington to permanently remove the specific California sea lions eating the imperiled salmon and steelhead that congregate below Bonneville Dam as they head up the Columbia River to spawn. The authorization becomes…
For the first time in four years, no area of the country faces a high risk of major to record spring flooding, largely due to the limited winter snowfall, according to NOAA's annual Spring Outlook, which forecasts the potential for flooding from April to June.
By Lina YounesThe Magic School Bus books have provided amazing educational experiences for children of all ages. For almost 25 years, this book series has explored interesting adventures and field trips featuring Ms. Frizzle and her class aboard the Magic School Bus. Several years ago, EPA and…
Por Lina YounesLos libros del Autobús Mágico han brindado fantásticas experiencias educativas a los niños de todas las edades. Durante unos 25 años, esta serie ha explorado las interesantes aventuras y excursiones de la Srta. Frizzle (Srta. Rizos) y sus alumnos a bordo del autobús escolar…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- Many New Upcoming Invasive Species Related Conferences added (U.S. and International), including : Insect Decline: The Causes and the Role of Agriculture in Mitigation -- Apr 25, 2012 2012 Agriculture Stakeholder Conference:…
(Boston, Mass. – March 14, 2012) – The US Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) and the Massachusetts Dept. of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) have worked collaboratively at the request of the Boston Public Health Commission, City of Boston response agencies and the Mayor’s Office to…
By Laureen BurtonSpring is around the corner and with the season’s warming weather we often open up our windows and take on the task of spring cleaning. As a toxicologist for EPA’s Indoor Environments Division, I’m often asked if I have any indoor air quality tips that people might use during…
Each week we write about the science behind environmental protection. Previous Science Wednesdays.By Phil SayreYou may have heard of nanotechnology, but then again, maybe you haven’t. Despite the ubiquity of nanotechnology—it is now widely used in products ranging from clothing (which…
Each week we write about the science behind environmental protection. Previous Science Wednesdays.By Monica LinnenbrinkNow I can look great and feel good about using my favorite mascara. Why? Because EPA researchers are collaborating with L’Oréal to help end the need for animal testing. EPA is…
WASHINGTON - Science, imagination, education, healthier kids and a cleaner environment came together when Scholastic Inc. and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) teamed up to create “The Magic School Bus Gets Cleaned Up” – a special edition book based on the award-winning Scholastic…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- State Noxious-Weed Seed Requirements Recognized in the Administration of the Federal Seed Act (Updated 2012) This publication (updated annually) contains information about the various State labeling requirements and prohibitions of…
(New York, N.Y.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today announced it has added the Eighteen Mile Creek site in Niagara County, New York to the Superfund National Priorities List of the country’s most hazardous waste sites. Sediment in some areas of the creek is contaminated with harmful…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- Wisconsin -- Updated Aquatic Invasive Species Report (2010-2011) and 2012 Annual Invasive Species Awareness Month (Jun 2012): Wisconsin's Annual Invasive Species Awareness Month "Slow the Spread by Boat and Tread" --…
By Stephanie ThorntonIt’s never a good feeling to wake up in the middle of the night to the sound of rushing water. First, my foggy brain thought a neighbor might be taking an oddly-timed shower. Then I considered whether it was possible for a toilet to suddenly be that loud. As I groggily made my…
Posted by USDA's National Invasive Species Information Center -- CalWeedMapper CalWeedMapper is a new Web site for mapping invasive plant spread and planning regional management in California. Users generate a report for their region that synthesizes information into three types of strategic…