Events

EPA Environmental Justice Webinar Series for Tribes and Indigenous People: Traditional Knowledge – Federal Agencies’ Considerations

Virtual Event

This webinar will discuss how some federal agencies are considering traditional knowledge in the implementation of their missions. This webinar is one of a two-part webinar mini-series on traditional knowledge. The second webinar, planned for October, will focus on how federally recognized tribes and indigenous peoples engage federal agencies on traditional knowledge. Webinar Details: Date […]

EPA and Dept of Army proposed rule to “Waters of the U.S.”

EPA and Army Take Action to Provide Certainty for the Definition of WOTUS On November 18, 2021, EPA and the Department of the Army (“the agencies”) announced the signing of a proposed rule to revise the definition of “waters of the United States.” This proposal marks a key milestone in the regulatory process announced in […]

EPA Potential Revisions to the Drinking Water Infrastructure Grant Tribal Set-Aside Allocation Formula

Virtual Event

EPA Potential Revisions to the Drinking Water Infrastructure Grant Tribal Set-Aside Allocation Formula The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is initiating consultation and coordination with federally recognized Indian tribes to inform potential revisions to the Drinking Water Infrastructure Grant Tribal Set-Aside (DWIG-TSA) allocation formula. The allocation formula is used to determine how DWIG-TSA funds are […]

Environmental Protection Agency to Host Tribal Listening Session on Draft Lead Strategy

Environmental Protection Agency to Host Tribal Listening Session on Draft Lead Strategy The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) developed and is seeking comment on a draft Strategy to Reduce Lead Exposure and Disparities in U.S Communities on Monday, March 7, 2022 at 3:00pm ET. The draft Lead Strategy lays out EPA’s approach to strengthen public health […]

Joint U.S. EPA and U.S. HHS Training on Lead Testing and Remediation in Drinking Water in Child Care and Early Childhood Facilities

Virtual Event

The U.S Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) invite you to register for our 3-part training series on Lead Testing and Remediation in Drinking Water in Child Care and Early Childhood Facilities. The 3-part series builds on each other and is designed to provide all the resources you will need […]

EPA’s Webinar: Reducing Pesticides in Water Systems Specific to Tribal Lands

Virtual Event

June 14, 2022 | 2-3:30 PM ET | Followed by a 30 minute Q&A Register EPA Region 6 (South Central), in collaboration with the Eight Northern Indian Pueblo Council’s Office of Environmental Technical Assistance and the EPA’s Center for Integrated Pest Management (IPM), is hosting a 4-part webinar series on reducing pesticides in water in Indian Country through IPM. […]

U.S. EPA Informational Webinar for Tribes on Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Funding Programs

Virtual Event

Tribal Governments are critical partners in achieving the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s mission to protect human health and the environment, especially as the climate changes. Consistent with the Agency’s policy on Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribes, EPA is offering your tribe the opportunity to consult on the financial assistance programs identified in the Inflation […]

Webinar: Food Sovereignty – Healthier Foods, Cultural Practices and Food Security

Virtual Event

Tribal Nations have been seeking to reestablish food sovereignty as a way to not only provide healthier and more traditional foods, but to also revitalize traditional food sources and mitigate the effects of potential human-made and natural disasters.  COVID certainly raised the level of awareness of how a disaster, in this case a pandemic, can […]

DOS, DOI, EPA Virtual Listening Session on Indigenous Peoples Conservation Advisory Network

Virtual Event

Dear Tribal Leader Letter More information about the Indigenous Peoples Conservation Advisory Network March 21 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern Zoom link March 22 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern Zoom link The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs, working with the U.S. Department of […]

Revised Definition of “Waters of the United States” (2023 Rule)

Virtual Event

Dear Tribal Partners, The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army (Army) published the final “Revised Definition of ‘Waters of the United States’” rule in the Federal Register on January 18, 2023; the rule will become effective on March 20, 2023. The agencies developed this rule with consideration of the relevant […]

Revised Definition of “Waters of the United States” (2023 Rule)

Virtual Event

Dear Tribal Partners, The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army (Army) published the final “Revised Definition of ‘Waters of the United States’” rule in the Federal Register on January 18, 2023; the rule will become effective on March 20, 2023. The agencies developed this rule with consideration of the relevant […]

Revised Definition of “Waters of the United States” (2023 Rule)

Virtual Event

Dear Tribal Partners, The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army (Army) published the final “Revised Definition of ‘Waters of the United States’” rule in the Federal Register on January 18, 2023; the rule will become effective on March 20, 2023. The agencies developed this rule with consideration of the relevant […]

Revised Definition of “Waters of the United States” (2023 Rule)

Virtual Event

Dear Tribal Partners, The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army (Army) published the final “Revised Definition of ‘Waters of the United States’” rule in the Federal Register on January 18, 2023; the rule will become effective on March 20, 2023. The agencies developed this rule with consideration of the relevant […]

EPA Webinar on Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund

Virtual Event

July 17 at 2:00 pm Eastern Register The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s $14 billion National Clean Investment Fund and $6 billion Clean Communities Investment Accelerator competitions are part of the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, a historic $27 billion investment made through the Inflation Reduction Act. Together, these grant competitions will help combat the climate crisis […]

White House Virtual Briefing

Virtual Event

You are invited to a virtual briefing to learn about new actions by the Biden-Harris Administration to protect access to clean, safe drinking water and create healthier communities. This briefing is scheduled for Wednesday, April 10th at 1:30 pm ET/10:30 am PT. Speakers will include senior officials from the White House, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and more. To confirm your participation, please RSVP here: https://pitc.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_IyrkiUFlRailRJJk9eXI4w#/registration (-> pxrnaodbb.cc.rs6.net)

EPA Informational Webinar | Solar for All Program

Virtual Event

Announcement April 29 at 3:00 pm Central Register Solar for All will expand existing low-income solar programs and launch new ones. The 60 selected applicants will serve households in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and territories, as well as increase access to solar for Tribes. EPA has selected 49 state-level awards […]

EPA Teleconference on upcoming NFO for the American Indian Air Quality Training Program

Virtual Event

The EPA's Office of Air and Radiation (OAR) is announcing a teleconference for Tribal environmental professionals and other interested parties to receive information and provide suggestions for the upcoming Notice of Funding Opportunity for the American Indian Air Quality Training Program. The event will be held on Wednesday, June 20, 2024, at 3:30 pm ET. […]

White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council Public Meeting

The Jackson Center 6001 Moquin Drive NW, Huntsville

October 9 at 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Central Register The WHEJAC will convene an in-person public meeting with a virtual option on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, from approximately 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Central Time. Meeting discussions will focus on several topics including, but not limited to, workgroup activities, panel discussions, updates from the […]

Environmental Protection Agency: EJScreen Office Hours & Training

Virtual Event

October 16 at 12:00 pm Eastern Join via Zoom link The EPA is holding a set of Office Hours for users of EJScreen, EPA’s environmental justice screening and mapping tool. These office hours will be a chance for the public to talk with EPA EJScreen experts about how to use and apply the tool, among other […]