Flurry of environmental regulations expected in coming months
While these new rules have been expected in the wake of the recent domestic energy boom and flurry of production activity, they are also thought to serve as part of President Obama's legacy of environmental focus.
Arizona mine runoff draws federal concern
The Lead Queen and Trench mines outside of Tucson, Arizona, have been polluting nearby creeks with high-iron runoff.
Ansonia Copper and Brass Factory to be redeveloped
Progress at Ansonia Copper and Brass Factory reveal the economic benefits of remediation.
EPA issues new national standards on coal ash
With the most recent ruling from the EPA, companies will be able to treat coal ash similarly to regular garbage, with states left to develop their own standards.
New Jersey manufactured gas plant to undergo full remediation
A shuttered manufactured gas plant in New Jersey will undergo full remediation.
Contaminated Savannah waterfront property to be revitalized
The property boasts a desirable location in the Port of Savannah, close to downtown.
Small pipeline leak prompts infrastructure review
The Michigan Petroleum Pipeline Task Force has confirmed a small leak in the Line 5 pipeline.
Great Lakes could soon receive extensive cleanup funds
The Senate is set to vote on The Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Act, which will provide upwards of $300 million for cleanup efforts.
Saudi Arabia Can’t Stop the U.S. Fracking Boom
World oil producers have put oil prices into a free fall, refusing to pare back…
EPA finalizes hazardous material recycling rule
This week, the Environmental Protection Firm (EPA) modified a 2008 rule involving the recycling of…
Potential oil train incidents raise environmental and safety concerns
Hydraulic fracturing has led to a boom in production, and a significant increase in the amount of oil, natural gas and processing chemicals being transported by rail.
Chemical Footprint Project aims to address corporate chemical management
Just like similar efforts help organizations evaluate their carbon, water and waste footprints, the Clean Footprint Project will measure the quality of chemical management.
Heavily contaminated Naval superfund site shows progress
The former Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, Connecticut, is one of the most heavily contaminated sites in the country.
Major Brooklyn site poised for remediation
Borough President Eric Adams recently called for several major Brooklyn sites to undergo remediation.
San Francisco waterfront site to be revitalized
Remediation and redevelopment plans put forth by The Port of San Francisco describe housing for at least 1,000 residents, as well as waterfront public parks.

