Louisiana DEQ wrapped up its Environmental Ambassador Program (LEAP), which launched earlier this year.
Budget & Agency Management
ECOS FY2025 Budget Advocacy and Priorities
ECOS information on the FY25 federal budget development, including summaries of the President’s Budget request, U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Appropriations proposal, and U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations proposal…
ECOS Comments on U.S. EPA FY25-26 National Program Guidance
This letter provides ECOS and state feedback on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s FY2025-2026 National Program Guidance.
South Carolina Ushers in New Era in Environmental Protection
On July 1, South Carolina officially launched a new era in environmental protection with the launch of the Department of Environmental Services (SCDES). The creation of SCDES stems from a…
Rhode Island to Fund Resilience to Climate-Driven Challenges
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management last week announced the release of the Climate Resilience Fund Request for Proposals. Approximately $1M in funds, made available through the state’s Green…
Pennsylvania Supports Environmental Education on Climate, EJ, and Water
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection announced their Environmental Education Grants Program funding to support youth and community environmental education, including through climate mitigation projects.
Nebraska Saves Big on Petroleum Remediation Costs through Equipment Reuse
The Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE) recently published an annual report to the Legislature highlighting accomplishments including the purchase and reuse of equipment for its Petroleum Remediation Program,…
State Environmental Agencies Count Down to Earth Day
Since 1970, the United States has celebrated the modern-day environmental movement with annual Earth Day observances around the country. This April 22, state environmental agencies will mark the day in…
ECOS FY25: “Increased Federal Support Needed for State Implementation of Federal Programs”
This resource describes state need, challenges, and problem solving, and asks Congress for increased federal support for state implementation of federal programs.
Maryland Working to Support Recovery from Key Bridge Collapse
In the wake of the March 26 collapse of Key Bridge in Baltimore, the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) is working around the clock in a support role. The…
