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Many Firsts, but First of Many: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
I am happy to work at an agency that empowers me to embrace and connect with my Hispanic heritage at work. At EPA, my background and native language are an asset, and I feel my value and impact as a Hispanic employee every day.
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Celebrating Urban Parks During National Park Week
Spending time in nature can lower our blood pressure, improve our cardiovascular health, and reduce stress. Regardless of our circumstances, we all deserve and need parks wherever we live.
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Using Pesticides Properly Can Protect People, Plants and Animals
On this forty-ninth anniversary of the Endangered Species Act, I am reminded that by using pesticides properly, we not only protect our environment, and some of our most vulnerable species, we also protect ourselves.
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Celebrating 50 Years of Protecting the Ocean
During their travels, marine animals may face plastic pollution, impacts of climate change, and other threats. Their future survival can hinge on environmental laws that protect the ocean.
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AANHPI Heritage Month: Coming Full Circle on Environmental Justice
Today, we are living through a historic moment for environmental justice. We have come full circle – from a time when environmental justice did not have a name to today when it is at the center of the Biden-Harris Administration’s agenda.
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Celebrating Our Environment During National Park Week
Climate change and other environmental issues can seem daunting, but I’m hopeful that people will continue working and advocating to protect special places like Mojave National Preserve.
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Feeding You & Me: Honoring Farmworkers During National Farmworker Awareness Week
EPA celebrates National Farmworker Awareness Week from March 25-31 to honor farmworkers and shine a spotlight on their critical contributions to our country.
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EPA scientists work with Tribal Nations to protect communities from radon and promote healthier air quality
Learn how EPA scientists are doing research that benefits vulnerable communities.