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USDA Rural Development celebrates Earth Day by Promoting water-quality projects in 32 states

Posted Wed, 2013/04/24 - 11:53am by RCAP

WASHINGTON (USDA) – As part of USDA's Earth Day celebration, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced April 22 support for projects that will improve water and wastewater services for rural Americans and benefit the environment across the country. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) remains focused on carrying out its mission, despite a time of significant budget uncertainty. The announcement is one part of the department's efforts to strengthen the rural economy.

Join EPA on Twitter on April 8 to discuss climate change

Posted Fri, 2013/04/05 - 3:11pm by RCAP

During Earth Month, EPA will focus on climate change during a series of environmental Twitter chats. On Monday, April 8 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern, the Twitter chat will focus on the impacts of climate change on water. EPA will also be discussing how EPA's programs focus on adaptation and mitigation by the water sector. To participate, follow twitter.com/EPAlive and use the hashtag #EPAchat.

More information on EPA's Earth Day activities

EPA's activities for Earth Day

Posted Fri, 2012/04/20 - 10:22am by RCAP

Earth Day is April 22, and EPA is excited to share many opportunities with you to celebrate and engage!

Join the conversation! We've created a place for you to talk about environmental issues and share environmental tips you use every day.

First watch the video

Then start a discussion or join an existing one

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