Environmental Protection Agency

Bill Jones, CEO of Sissy’s Log Cabin and Arkansas Game and Fish commissioner, has been named to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s National Environmental Education Advisory Council. The council advises the EPA on environmental education activities, programs and policies under the …

The Environmental Protection Agency on Thursday announced more than $27 million in funding to help reduce lead in Arkansas drinking water. The funding will go toward finding and replacing lead pipes (also known as lead service lines) that deliver water …

Hundreds of the nation’s farmers, ranchers and agricultural producers gathered on the South Lawn of the White House Friday, where they were greeted by President Donald Trump, who praised their contribution to American security and economic might.  Speaking from the …

A University of Arkansas faculty member was awarded nearly $1.9 million from the Environmental Protection Agency to aid in a study of biochar and its effect on water quality. Created when organic material (forest residue, agricultural waste, etc.) is burned …

Have you considered the benefits of active commuting? Whether biking, walking, scootering or even rollerblading, all can benefit your health and the environment. Active transportation such as walking and biking offers numerous benefits beyond getting from one place to another. …

The Environmental Protection Agency announced Monday that an Arkansas coalition of municipal planners has been named the recipient of a $100 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant award for energy innovation. Metroplan, the central Arkansas urban planning agency, teamed with the …

There are dozens of construction projects currently underway across The Natural State, and with these projects comes opportunities in communities for job growth, convenience and housing, in addition to economic development. Along with several hospital projects underway – including the …