EPA Reorganization for Efficiency and Environmental Protection

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced a reorganization that will save $300 million annually, focus on protecting air, land, and water, and streamline chemical and pesticide reviews. The plan aligns with President Trump's efficiency initiative.

Health Risks of Chemicals in Plastics

Chemicals found in plastics, specifically di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP), have been linked to heart disease mortality, with over 356,000 deaths in 2018 alone. Global regulations are needed to reduce exposure to these toxins.

Iranian Port Explosion

A massive explosion in the Iranian port of Shahid Rajaee killed over 500 people and caused extensive damage. The cause was attributed to poor storage of chemicals in containers at the port.