Emma Pokon's appointment as EPA Region 10 administrator sparks both praise for her regulatory expertise and concerns over potential shifts toward industry-friendly environmental policies.
As the EPA announces another $61 million in grant cancellations—targeting environmental justice and DEI programs—supporters praise the move as a win for fiscal responsibility, while critics warn of setbacks in pollution control and community protections.
The EPA has announced the appointment of Kevin J. McOmber as the new Regional Administrator for Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and six federally recognized Tribes.
Sen. Patty Murray condemned the administration’s actions to roll back funding, stating, “These programs aren’t just about climate—they’re saving families money and providing affordable housing and transportation options.”
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum’s order prioritizes fossil fuel expansion by rolling back protections for public lands, wildlife, and endangered species.
Some of the nation’s most vulnerable natural resources are in jeopardy after Doug Burgum issued a seven-page directive weakening their protections to further fossil fuel development.
With oil and gas exploration ramping up, the demand for better waste disposal solutions is skyrocketing. But companies are working on new ways to recycle and reuse waste, which could be a game-changer.
The visit was part of a broader effort to engage with EPA employees across the country and reinforce the agency’s commitment to environmental protection.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin visited New York City last Thursday, stopping by the agency’s Region 2 headquarters in downtown Manhattan.