Corporation Counsel James E. Johnson announced today that New York City has joined a federal lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) over its failure to act – despite a court mandate. Continue Reading →
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Study Finds, Over Twenty Harlem Middle And High Schools Threatened By Road Pollution
Harlem is a neighborhood bounded on nearly all sides by highways, which presents health risks for students at local schools, a new report says. Continue Reading →
Call For Applications Trump Administration To Support Community Revitalization, Local Food Initiative
Today, in support of the Trump Administration’s Executive Order on Promoting Agriculture and Rural Prosperity in America, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced an opportunity to apply for technical assistance for communities. Continue Reading →
EPA Takes Step To Further Protect Children From Exposure To Lead-Contaminated Dust
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Andrew Wheeler, along with Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson (left), announced new, tighter standards for lead in dust on floors and window sills to protect children from the harmful effects of lead exposure. Continue Reading →
Green Tips, An Eco-Friendly Fitness Routine From Harlem To Hollywood
It’s that time of year when you may be trying to get back into shape. Way to go! Did you know that your workout might be impacting the environment? Continue Reading →