The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection released its first Environmental Justice Action Plan, an agency self-assessment intended to serve as a roadmap for a more equitable and just set of services and initiatives to better serve overburdened communities across the state.
Archives for January 2026
New Mexico Launches Satellite-Based Water Leak Detection Program
The New Mexico Environment Department has unveiled a new satellite-based leak detection program named LeakTracer to accelerate the identification and repair of leaking drinking water systems in rural communities across the state.
Ohio Implements Cybersecurity Standards for Local GovernmentsÂ
Under Amended Substitute Ohio House Bill 96, local governments are required to adopt new cybersecurity programs that safeguards their data and IT resources, bolstering the mission of the Ohio EPA to ensure safe drinking water and properly treated wastewater within the state.
Connecticut Promotes Environment-Energy Nexus with Permit Processing Improvements
Connecticut DEEP Commissioner Katie Scharf Dykes joined Governor Ned Lamont in signing Executive Order 26-1, designed to improve the timeliness, transparency, and predictability of state licensing and permitting.
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.
ITRC Releases Updated PFAS Guidance
ITRC has expanded its PFAS-1 guidance to include new priority topics, new guidance on sorption-based treatment technologies, and new fact sheets and case studies.
U.S. Virgin Islands Hosts Science Saturdays to Connect with the Public
U.S. Virgin Islands DPNR posted a video on ocean research using underwater gliders for Science Saturday, its free monthly science education program.
New York Releases New Resources on PFAS
New York has announced a suite of new actions and resources to help communities address PFAS contamination.
Ohio Launches Chloride Grants to Reduce Road Salt Runoff
Ohio EPA has opened applications for Chloride Reduction Grants under the statewide H2Ohio water quality initiative.
