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Our actions impact the environment. Each thing we do can help or hurt our planet in many ways. EPA has tools to help you learn and understand the issues and help you reduce your environmental footprint. Learn more at EPA's Sustainability and Pollution Prevention (P2) sites, or in the Greener Living Frequent Questions.

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In Mississippi, Administrator Wheeler Announces Multi-Million-Dollar Initiative Dedicated to Sustainable Pest Control in Agriculture

U.S. EPA Fines BC Systems for Violating Chemical Accident Prevention Requirements at Arizona and California Facilities

Koppers Inc. settles with EPA for alleged oil spill prevention violations in West Virginia, Pennsylvania

Nearing Full Implementation, EPA’s Lean Management System Helps the Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention Deliver Results

Pacific Northwest Pollution Prevention Resource Center receives EPA grant to help auto repair shops use safer alternatives to toxic chemicals

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