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epa regulation

Protecting People and Planet: EPA Takes Action on Harmful Chemicals

January 1, 2026

The EPA has decided to control the use of five common chemicals called phthalates. These chemicals are used to make plastics flexible. The EPA says these chemicals can harm workers and the environment. EPA head Lee Zeldin said the agency used solid science to make this decision. He said the chemica

politics

Global Shifts: UK's Palestinian Recognition and EPA's Rollback

July 30, 2025

The UK is considering recognizing Palestine as a state by September, but only if Israel takes steps towards peace. This move follows France's similar announcement, putting more pressure on Israel to ease restrictions in Gaza. The situation there is dire, with severe food shortages and rising hunger-

politics

Zeldin's EPA Plan: Balance Economy and Environment

January 17, 2025

Lee Zeldin, nominated to lead the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), has a plan. He wants to cut back on federal regulations that he thinks are hurting the economy. But he promises to keep protecting the environment and people's health. Zeldin has experience working with both parties to pass law

politics

Scientists Warn Congress: Trump's Return Could Hurt Science

January 15, 2025

More than 50, 000 scientists and advocates have sent a petition to Congress, urging lawmakers to protect science and scientists under the incoming Trump administration. The petition, organized by the Union of Concerned Scientists, worries that Trump's policies could roll back decades of progress in

environment

EPA's Power Plant Rules: Balancing Costs and Cuts

January 10, 2025

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has set new standards for power plants to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Some experts believe that these reductions can be achieved with only a small increase in costs. This means that while the environment might benefit, the financial impact on power comp