US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Join us on February 25 to learn about drinking water supply planning and treatment technology deployment for emergency response. What this webinar will cover: ?? Developing an emergency drinking water supply plan ?? Coordinating with local partners to provide drinking water during emergencies ?? Deploying an inexpensive and versatile water treatment system during emergencies Register to attend the 2PM ET webinar?? https://spgv.io/6040bjQ -webinar-series

At EPA's meteorological wind tunnel facility in North Carolina, experts in our Office of Research and Development use scaled models to simulate the spread of harmful airborne material released in urban and industrial settings. Measuring how air flows around scaled model buildings and where pollution goes helps determine how exposure to pollutants affects public health. https://spgv.io/6040w3I #EPAresearch

Our upcoming EPA Tools and Resources Training webinar will share our recently developed and released national geospatial dataset, Community Water System Service Area Boundaries, which can tell you which water system serves you, the source of your drinking water, and give you insights into how to obtain information about your water quality and service. This same data set can help public health and resource managers in planning and affordability analyses of drinking water investments and can inform public health and emergency response efforts to protect the public and critical infrastructure during emergencies. ?? February 13 at 3 PM ET Learn more about the webinar, and to register, visit: https://spgv.io/6044VLa #EPAresearch

Saving eelgrass, the most important plant you’ve likely never heard of ?? Wade out into the shallow coastal waters in almost any part of the world, and you may stumble across an underwater meadow. The waving fronds tickling your ankles aren’t seaweed, but something completely different - seagrass. These small plants may seem insignificant, but together they can form vast meadows visible from space. Eelgrass, the most dominant species of seagrass in the EPA New England Region (Region 1), is an unsung carbon-sequestering superhero. Meadows are in decline from threats like pollution and #ClimateChange. This WBUR and Pulitzer Center article highlights the work being done to study, preserve, and restore seagrass beds by Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, National Park Service, and EPA. ??https://spgv.io/6049zRV #EPAdivers #Seagrass #Eelgrass #FeelGoodFriday

When people experience a disaster – like a wildfire – they can have a variety of reactions. Leaning on your support network and using healthy coping skills can help. Check out the resources below to learn what you can do to protect your family’s mental health during wildfires and other stressful events. ?Coping with the Stress of Wildfire Smoke Fact Sheet: https://spgv.io/6046Kdr ?Video on Protecting Family Mental Health During Wildfires: https://spgv.io/6047KdT ?Proteja la salud mental de la familia durante los incendios forestales: https://spgv.io/6048Kdp California Air Resources Board FEMA South Coast Air Quality Management District

? The webinar scheduled for 1pm ET today has been canceled. ? ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from our 21st Annual EPA #DrinkingWater Workshop speakers! Join our next Small Drinking Water Systems webinar on January 28 to learn about #lead chemistry, communication, and local engagement. This special extended lead webinar will cover: ?? Chemistry 101 ?? Pipe scale sampling and analysis ?? Corrosion control best practices ?? Local engagement strategies for lead service line replacement ?? Public advisories and increasing transparency with water systems and customers Register to attend ?? https://spgv.io/6046Kje

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?? Congratulations to 24 U.S. small businesses who are receiving a total of nearly $2.4 million in Phase I funding as part of our EPA Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program! These businesses will use this funding to develop and commercialize their novel green technologies. This year’s Phase I recipients are developing technology solutions for various environmental challenges including promoting clean and safe water resources, reducing emissions from small point sources, developing technology to help first responders train for disaster response, supporting the circular economy, and reducing pollution through safer chemical alternatives. ???? Learn more about the projects ?? https://spgv.io/6049K39 U.S. Small Business Administration

If your area is affected by #wildfire smoke, check your HVAC filter every few days and change it if needed. A clean filter will remove particles more effectively, better protecting your indoor air. Use a higher-efficiency filter (ideally MERV 13) if you can! FEMA California Air Resources Board South Coast Air Quality Management District

EPA has released a draft scientific evaluation of the potential human health risks associated with the presence of toxic PFAS chemicals in biosolids, also known as sewage sludge. The findings show that there may be human health risks associated with exposure to the “forever chemicals” PFOA or PFOS with all three methods of using or disposing of sewage sludge – land application of biosolids, surface disposal in landfills, or incineration. Once finalized, the assessment will help EPA and our partners understand the public health impact of forever chemicals in biosolids and inform any potential future actions to help reduce the risk of exposure. https://spgv.io/6041KMb