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Whether we’re working on new rules, guidance, or funding — environmental justice is always a major concern in the transportation sector. No one should have to worry about health effects from the air where they live, work, study, or play. Visit epa.gov/mobile-source-.
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Need another great #AirQuality mystery featuring Coco the chameleon? Check out "Why is Coco Red?" airnow.gov/education/why- to learn about how wildfires can affect air quality and health. (also en español)
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❄️ Since the 1980s, unusually cold winter temperatures — especially very cold nights — have become less common, and 2000 to 2009 had twice as many record highs as record lows. Learn more at EPA's #ClimateChange Indicators site: epa.gov/climate-indica
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Need a great book to share with K-2nd graders on #WorldReadAloudDay? Read 's "Why is Coco Orange" (online and free) to explore #AirQuality, #Asthma and the #AQI airnow.gov/education/why- (also en
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While #NationalRadonActionMonth is ending, it’s never too late to #TestYourNest for radon. Keep #radon on your radar year-round!
Pollution from the transportation sector has been a long-standing obstacle to advancing #EnvironmentalJustice, but EPA is committed to addressing these inequities. Explore epa.gov/mobile-source- to learn more.
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❄️ Since 1973, the number of frozen days on all five Great Lakes has declined. Overall, the Great Lakes are frozen for eight to 46 *fewer* days now than they were in the early 1970s. Learn more at EPA's #ClimateChange Indicators site: epa.gov/climate-indica
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Don’t miss our Spanish-language webinar on #Radon and your health to close out National Radon Action Month on January 31 at 1pm. Join EPA, and . Register today: register.gotowebinar.com/register/17364
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Planning to buy or build a new home this year? #DYK new homes can be built with #radon resistant features? All homes, new and old, should be tested for radon before sale. Learn more and #TestYourNest: epa.gov/sites/default/
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Glacier National Park is one of the most visited national parks in the U.S. The total surface area of the park's 37 named glaciers decreased by about 34% from 1966 to 2015 due to warming temperatures. Explore at EPA's #ClimateChange Indicators site: epa.gov/climate-indica
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Test your nest for #radon this #NationalRadonActionMonth. Tessa T. Bird and Wren C. Hammer explain why & how.
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To close out National Radon Action Month, join EPA, , and on January 31st at 1 p.m. for a Spanish-language webinar about #radon and your health – register today! register.gotowebinar.com/register/17364
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Reducing risk of radon exposure takes collective knowledge and effort. Learn about state and national level radon risk reduction initiatives at CDC's free webinar on January 25 at 1 p.m. EST. Register at: cdc.gov/nceh/ehsp/ehne
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Many birds in North America are not spending winter as far south as they once did. This trend can be closely related to warming winter temperatures. Learn more at EPA's #ClimateChange Indicators site: epa.gov/climate-indica
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Every person in this country deserves a hazard-free home.
These historic grants will protect low-income families in privately-owned and public housing from lead-based paint and other hazards.
Read more on the unprecedented funding ➡️ hud.gov/press/press_re
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Curious about radon risk reduction at the state and national levels? Join CDC for a free webinar on January 25, 1 p.m. EST. Learn more and register at: cdc.gov/nceh/ehsp/ehne
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¡Es el #MesNacionalDeAcciónContraElRadón! ¿Conoce los riesgos de salud del radón y por qué es importante hacer la #PruebaEnSuNido para el #radón? ¡Ayúdenos a avisarle a sus familiares y amigos sobre la prueba en su nido! Para aprender más ➡️bit.ly/3Xs4HEh
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Want to be electric vehicle-charging savvy? It’s easy with our new, simple chart. epa.gov/greenvehicles/ #EVcharging🚘🔌
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You’ve taken down the lights. You’ve put away the decorations. But have you tested your home for #radon? No better time than #NationalRadonActionMonth! Learn how to #TestYourNest at epa.gov/radon/find-rad.
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🎵I can feel it coming in the air in May … oh yea🎵 This Air Quality Awareness Week, May 1-5, learn about the importance of healthy air and how EPA addresses poor air quality nationally. What topics will we highlight? Peek at: epa.gov/air-quality #AQAW2023 #WorkingTogether
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The brisk winter air 🥶can really dry out your skin. Save yourself some time and find a good moisturizer with sunscreen! #SunSafety is the best tool in your skincare routine! 💁♀️ Leave more about the effects of #UV radiation here:
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Pop quiz! Can you name the observable signs of #radon in the home? Trick question … there are none! Testing is the only way to tell. #TestYourNest and learn more in the Citizen’s Guide to Radon: epa.gov/sites/default/
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Cleaning up your home or business after a #flood? Check out EPA’s guidance on how to protect indoor air and your health during flood cleanup
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Have thoughts to share with Office of Air and Radiation about Inflation Reduction Act provisions? We want to hear them. Comment on non-rulemaking dockets by this Wednesday, January 18, 2023.
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Was your home recently affected by #floods? Learn how to safely clean up and protect your indoor air quality with short how-to videos:
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Shred the gnar this season without the #Sunburn! 🏂A quick application of #Sunscreen before you hit the slopes will save you from an awkward 😳#Sunburn. Check out more sun safety tips here: epa.gov/sunsafety/acti
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Nearly 80% of weather stations surveyed have experienced an increase in the proportion of rain to snow. This can affect water availability in spring, especially in western states, where snowmelt provides 75% of the water supply. See epa.gov/climate-indica
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#Radon kills about 21,000 people each year and is the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers. This #NationalRadonActionMonth, learn how to take action and #TestYourNest: epa.gov/radon
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EPA is holding a virtual public hearing on January 24 to provide the public an opportunity to present comments and information on the Agency’s proposed amendments to Clean Air Act section 111(d) Implementing Regulations. Sign up to speak by January 19.
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Graduation 🎓 around the corner? People asking, “So, what’s next❔” Thought about working with EPA to improve air quality 🍃? Join our webinar on Jan 12, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m., EST to learn about job opportunities for soon-to-be and recent STEM grads!
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Mark your calendars! Air Quality Awareness Week 2023 is May 1-5! This year’s theme is “Working Together for Clean Air”. To learn more about Air Quality Awareness Week, visit epa.gov/air-quality #AQAW2023 #WorkingTogether
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Office of Air and Radiation’s work to implement the Inflation Reduction Act will be better with your input. Comment on several Inflation Reduction Act provisions by January 18, 2023.
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#LakeIce is thawing up to 24 days earlier than it was 114 years ago. Reduced ice cover can affect shipping, hydroelectric power generation, fishing, plant and animal life cycles, and more. Learn more at EPA's Climate Change Indicators site: epa.gov/climate-indica
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Testing for #radon is easy and inexpensive, and it's the only way to know your home’s radon level. #TestYourNest epa.gov/radon/find-rad
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Football season 🏈 is winding down, but there is still plenty of climate change that needs tackling 🌎! Our webinar on Jan 12, 1:00 – 2:00, EST will cover how soon-to-be and recent STEM grads can join the EPA team!
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Still looking for a New Year’s resolution? Resolve to protect your family’s health by testing your home for #radon! Learn how to #TestYourNest at epa.gov/radon/find-rad
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January is #NationalRadonActionMonth! This month, we’ll be sharing information about the health risks of radon gas and why it’s important to #TestYourNest for #radon epa.gov/radon
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Happy New Year 🎇🎆 and Happy 2nd Anniversary to EPA’s Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) Phasedown! Learn more about the work EPA is doing to phasedown the use of HFCs and fight climate change!
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