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EPA releases strategy to protect people’s health and the environment in communities overburdened by pollution

Posted Wed, 2011/09/21 - 12:14pm by RCAP

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the release of Plan EJ 2014, a three-year, comprehensive plan to advance environmental justice efforts in nine areas, including rulemaking, permitting, enforcement, and science.

EPA accepting applications for environmental education grant funding

Posted Mon, 2011/03/07 - 11:20am by RCAP

WASHINGTON (EPA) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is accepting grant applications for $1.9 million in funding for environmental education projects and programs. The purpose of the grants is to promote environmental stewardship and help develop knowledgeable and responsible students, teachers and citizens. EPA expects to award at least 20 grants nationwide ranging from a minimum of $15,000 to a maximum of $100,000 and will accept applications until May 2, 2011.

EPA Seeks Applicants for $1.2 Million in Environmental Justice Grants to Address Local Health and Environmental Issues

Posted Wed, 2011/02/02 - 11:43am by RCAP

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is accepting grant applications for $1.2 million in funding to support projects designed to research, educate, empower and enable communities to understand and address local health and environmental issues. Eligible applicants from non-profit, faith-based and tribal organizations working in the community of the proposed project are encouraged to apply.