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Health · United StatesUS drinking water PFAS levels may be double reported amounts
A new study suggests US drinking water may contain twice the reported levels of PFAS, also known as 'forever chemicals'. Researchers used computer models to analyze EPA data, finding current reporting methods capture only 44% of average concentrations for 25 PFAS chemicals.
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Politics · United StatesEPA proposes rollback of methane rules for oil and gas
The US Environmental Protection Agency announced plans to propose changes to rules targeting methane pollution from oil and gas operations. The proposal includes rescinding the Super Emitter Program, with the EPA administrator stating it will save billions in regulatory costs.
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Health · United StatesData center growth could cause 1,300 premature deaths, report says
A new report from the Environmental Protection Network highlights potential public health consequences of the expanding data center industry, citing federal actions that could increase pollution and health costs.
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Climate · United StatesUS appeals court rules Trump administration wrongly ended $20bn climate fund
A US appeals court ruled the Trump administration improperly terminated a $20 billion Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, siding with nonprofits selected to distribute clean energy grants. The decision was paused to allow the EPA to appeal to the Supreme Court, leaving funds frozen for now.
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