EPA's PIAEE Application Period is Now Open!

EPA is seeking Presidential Innovation Award for Environmental Educators (PIAEE) award applications that highlight environmental stewardship in a variety of areas, including agricultural practices, food waste, prevention of and/or response to natural disasters and environmental hazards, recycling, school gardens or green space (e.g., playground, park, or other community spaces), science, data analysis or other creative approaches, water infrastructure, water quality and/or litter within waterways. PIAEE recognizes outstanding teachers in grades K-12 who employ innovative approaches to environmental education and use the environment as a context for learning for their students. Up to two teachers from each of EPA's 10 regions, from different states, will be selected to receive this award. Teacher awardees will receive a Presidential award plaque and an award of up to $2,500 to be used to further the recipient's professional development in environmental education. The teacher's local education agency will also receive an award of up to $2,500 to fund environmental educational activities and programs. The application and eligibility information are available at: https://www.epa.gov/education/presidential-innovation-award-environmental-educators. Applications for the award program are due Saturday, January 9, 2027, by 11:59PM EST.  For more information regarding the PIAEE application period, please contact PEYA_PIAEE@epa.gov.

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Take Steps to Save a Life This Lung Cancer Awareness Month!

Did you know? Exposure to radon can cause lung cancer. A smoker who is also exposed to radon has a much higher risk of lung cancer.

View as a webpage / Share Indoor Air Quality Update Take Steps to Save a Life! November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Did You Know? Exposure to radon can cause lung cancer. A smoker who is also exposed to radon has a much higher risk of lung cancer. Exposure to secondhand tobacco smoke can also cause lung cancer. Learn the actions you can take to reduce exposures and save a life!  Radon in Homes Radon is an odorless, colorless, radioactive gas that, when left untreated, can build up inside a home. Nearly 1 in 15 homes in the United States have elevated levels of radon. Radon is the number one cause of lung cancer among non-smokers, according to EPA estimates. Overall, radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. Radon is responsible for about 21,000 lung cancer deaths every year. About 2,900 of these deaths occur among people who have never smoked. Download the infographic. Test Your Home for Radon The only way to know the radon level in your home is to test. Getting a radon test is easy. Find where you can get a radon test kit. Only hire a qualified professional to install a mitigation system in your home. Contact your state radon program for help finding qualified professionals in your state. Secondhand Tobacco Smoke Exposure Secondhand tobacco smoke is a mixture of the smoke given off by tobacco products, such as cigarettes, cigars or pipes, and the smoke exhaled by a smoker. Secondhand tobacco smoke is the third leading cause of lung cancer. It is harmful to everyone who inhales it – causing about 7,000 lung cancer deaths a year among non-smokers. Prohibit Smoking and Vaping in Your Home Prohibiting smoking and vaping inside or near homes, buildings, vehicles and other enclosed spaces is the only way to eliminate exposure to secondhand smoke and vaping aerosols and the health risks that may come with them. If you smoke or vape, do so outdoors and away from indoor spaces, at least 25 feet away from open windows or doors and building entryways. If you want to quit, find a list of resources. Learn More About Radon Radon Health Risks Secondhand Smoke Exposure Indoor Air Quality

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Advancing Cooperative Federalism: EPA Awards Cooperative Agreement to the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials to Support States and Territories on Environmental Health

EPA announced a new agencywide cooperative agreement with ASTHO to support their efforts to address environmental health challenges.

View as a webpage / Share News Release Advancing Cooperative Federalism: EPA Awards Cooperative Agreement to the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials to Support States and Territories on Environmental Health November 4, 2026 | Contact EPA's Press Office (press@epa.gov) WASHINGTON — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a new agencywide cooperative agreement with the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) to support their efforts to address environmental health challenges. “Protecting public and environmental health works best when federal, state, and territorial partners work together. This collaboration between EPA and ASTHO puts cooperative federalism into action by bringing public health and environmental expertise to the same table, delivering impactful and timely results to improve environmental outcomes for communities across the country.” said Associate Deputy Administrator Travis Voyles. “This cooperative agreement strengthens the partnership between ASTHO and EPA and supports state and territorial health agencies in addressing environmental health challenges and protecting the health of their communities,” said Dr. Meredith Allen, Vice President of Health Security, ASTHO. Under the agreement, EPA and ASTHO will continue collaboration on shared environmental health priorities, including water safety, wildfire smoke, data centers, PFAS, lead, and indoor air quality. Through this cooperative agreement, EPA scientists and engineers will provide critical technical assistance to enhance state and territorial capacity to address environmental health challenges through activities to support knowledge sharing and capacity building including webinars, in-person meetings, and technical training. The agreement also supports a recently signed Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between EPA, ASTHO, and the Environmental Council of the States (ECOS) to collaborate on environmental health projects, protect public health from environmental threats and hazards, and strengthen environmental health systems nationwide. These types of agreements help advance cooperative federalism and cross-agency partnerships and continue cooperative progress toward providing clean air, land, and water for all Americans. This work also supports EPA’s contributions to the Federal Lead Action Plan and President Trump’s Make America Healthy Again initiative by taking an integrated approach to addressing human health and environmental challenges. For more information on EPA’s collaborations with ASTHO and ECOS, visit Collaborative Projects with State Environmental Health Experts. Read the Press Release

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Correction: Register Now! OECD Webinar on Assessment of Children's Exposure to Chemicals

Learn more about OECD's work on assessment of children’s exposure to chemicals

View as a webpage / Share OECD Work on Assessment of Children’s Exposure to Chemicals November 12, 2026 | 7:00 - 9:00 AM ET Correction: This webinar will occur at 7:00 - 9:00 AM ET. Children can be exposed to chemicals in different ways and sometimes to a greater extent than adults. Their physical and physiological characteristics, patterns of food and beverage intake, and unique behaviors can influence their chemical exposures. Join this webinar to learn about work of the Children’s Health Subgroup of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Working Party on Exposure Assessment to improve the assessment of chemical exposures for children. The event will provide an overview of OECD methods, tools and case studies to improve regulatory assessment of children’s exposure to chemicals. The webinar will include presentations on considerations unique to children that influence chemical exposures such as mouthing behaviors, as well as exposure to chemicals through crafts and toys and personal care products. Participants will also learn how findings from a recent survey can help to identify additional information needs and shape future OECD work on children’s health and chemical exposure. Register for the Webinar Here

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Register Now! OECD Webinar on Assessment of Children's Exposure to Chemicals

Learn more about OECD's work on assessment of children’s exposure to chemicals

View as a webpage / Share OECD Work on Assessment of Children’s Exposure to Chemicals November 12, 2026 | 7:00 - 9:00 PM ET Children can be exposed to chemicals in different ways and sometimes to a greater extent than adults. Their physical and physiological characteristics, patterns of food and beverage intake, and unique behaviors can influence their chemical exposures. Join this webinar to learn about work of the Children’s Health Subgroup of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Working Party on Exposure Assessment to improve the assessment of chemical exposures for children. The event will provide an overview of OECD methods, tools and case studies to improve regulatory assessment of children’s exposure to chemicals. The webinar will include presentations on considerations unique to children that influence chemical exposures such as mouthing behaviors, as well as exposure to chemicals through crafts and toys and personal care products. Participants will also learn how findings from a recent survey can help to identify additional information needs and shape future OECD work on children’s health and chemical exposure. Register for the Webinar Here

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