In March 2026, ECOS President Chris Wells presented testimony to the U.S. House Committee on Energy & Commerce, Subcommittee on Environment, addressing Ready for Reuse: Legislative Proposals to Unleash the…
Land & Waste
Florida Secures Largest Conservation Easement in Program History
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection secured a permanent conservation easement for 61,525 acres of working forestland, the largest in the history of its Forever Florida program.
California Updates Natural & Working Lands Carbon Inventory
The California Air Resources Board released a carbon inventory, assessing carbon stored across the state’s ecosystems to help track carbon gains and losses.
Tennessee Recaps State Efforts to Promote Environmental & Economic Progress
Tennessee’s 2025 annual report highlights environmental efforts on water, brownfields, and environmental tourism.
Mississippi Seeks Bids for Shoreline Habitat Monitoring
Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality is looking for contractors as part of Gulf Coast habitat restoration efforts.
New Jersey Accomplishments Magazine Highlights Eight Years of Environmental Progress
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection highlights agency accomplishments in environmental protection through its magazine.
Indiana Greenlights CCR Permit Rule for U.S. EPA Review
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management’s proposed rule, which requires all facilities with Coal Combustion Residual (CCR) units to obtain a state permit, was recently approved by the state, allowing submission to EPA for review.
North Dakota Receives U.S. EPA Approval to Run CCR Program
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced final approval of North Dakota’s application to operate its own CCR permitting program.
Massachusetts DEP Celebrates 50 Years of Environmental Protection
Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection celebrated 50 years of work to protect human health and the environment in the state.
North Carolina Promotes Environmental Stewardship Program at Annual Conference
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality held its Environmental Stewardship Initiative Conference, sharing sustainability and pollution prevention best practices.
