Comprehensive EPA Restructuring Announced: Streamlining Processes, Enhancing Collaboration, and Prioritizing Science-Based Solutions
カートのアイテムが多すぎます
ご購入は五十タイトルがカートに入っている場合のみです。
カートに追加できませんでした。
しばらく経ってから再度お試しください。
ウィッシュリストに追加できませんでした。
しばらく経ってから再度お試しください。
ほしい物リストの削除に失敗しました。
しばらく経ってから再度お試しください。
ポッドキャストのフォローに失敗しました
ポッドキャストのフォロー解除に失敗しました
Comprehensive EPA Restructuring Announced: Streamlining Processes, Enhancing Collaboration, and Prioritizing Science-Based Solutions
-
ナレーター：
-
著者：
このコンテンツについて
In a video announcement, Zeldin revealed the establishment of the first-ever Office of State Air Partnerships within the Office of Air and Radiation. This new office aims to work collaboratively with state, local, and tribal air permitting agencies to improve processing of State Implementation Plans and resolve air permitting concerns.
The reorganization also includes the formation of an Office of Clean Air program designed to align statutory obligations and mission-essential functions. Additionally, changes are being made to the Office of Water, and a new Office of Applied Science and Environmental Solutions is being created to prioritize research and incorporate science into the agency's rulemaking processes and technical assistance to states.
As part of this overhaul, the EPA will add more than 130 new employees specifically tasked with addressing the backlog of new chemicals and pesticides awaiting review. The reorganization also aims to elevate issues related to emergency response, cybersecurity, water reuse, and conservation.
Just days before this announcement, on April 28, 2025, Zeldin outlined major actions to combat PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) contamination. These actions include designating an agency lead for PFAS, creating effluent limitations guidelines to prevent these "forever chemicals" from entering drinking water systems, and working with Congress and industry to establish a framework ensuring polluters are held accountable while protecting passive receivers.
Earlier this week, the EPA also released a list highlighting 100 environmental actions taken during the first 100 days of the Trump administration since January 20, 2025. Zeldin has framed these initiatives under his "Powering the Great American Comeback" campaign, which emphasizes what he describes as complementary goals of environmental stewardship and economic development.
However, not all reactions to Zeldin's leadership have been positive. In March, the Environmental Defense Fund criticized his plans, claiming they would "increase pollution" by rolling back environmental protections. The organization expressed concerns that his proposed changes would undermine rules such as the Good Neighbor Rule, Mercury and Air Toxics standards, and regulations that protect drinking water.
Zeldin has been actively engaging with other administration officials and state leaders, recently joining Vice President Vance in South Carolina and participating in a roundtable with Georgia Governor Kemp, local elected officials, and farmers to discuss environmental policies and their implementation at the state level.