EPA Research Updates
Coral reefs are among the most vital and diverse habitats in the world. However, climate change and human actions are severely threatening these magnificent ecosystems. EPA recently joined NOAA and the Nature Conservancy to release a guide for reef managers as they plan, design, and implement restoration projects.
Food waste is the single largest component in our daily trash. To help reduce food waste, EPA scientists developed the Excess Food Opportunities Map, an interactive map that identifies locations of nearly 1.2 million potential generators and recipients of excess food. For example, the tool can help connect someone who runs a large compost site with someone looking to dispose of organic waste.
During wildfires, local air quality information is essential to protect public health. Last fall, EPA worked with the U.S. Forest Service to provide air quality information in areas without permanent monitors using a network of commercial air sensors. This information was included in the AirNow Fire and Smoke Map, managed by EPA, to help people understand if smoke was affecting their air quality.
EPA’s long and rich history on the campus of the University of Las Vegas, Nevada (UNLV) wrapped up on September 30. The 50-year scientific partnership between EPA and UNLV allowed researchers to develop new science that helped EPA respond to catastrophic national events. The partnership also resulted in numerous publications, patents, and the mentoring of new scientists and volunteers.
Meet Our Researchers
Meet EPA Aquatic Ecologist Jordan West, Ph.D.
Dr. West's areas of expertise include freshwater and marine ecology, climate change impacts and adaptation, resilience and threshold theory, and translational science. Learn more about her work.
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