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EPA announces broad reorganization that includes shuffle of scientific research - WTOP News

The Environmental Protection Agency on Friday announced a broad reorganization as part of the Trump administration's drive to cut costs that some activists worry will harm the agency'

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a significant reorganization that includes a reshuffling of its scientific research divisions, aiming to enhance the agency's focus on climate change and environmental justice. This restructuring, the first major overhaul in over a decade, involves merging the Office of Research and Development with the Office of Science Advisor, Policy, and Engagement to form a new Office of Science and Technology. The move is intended to streamline scientific research and better integrate it with policy-making processes. Additionally, the EPA plans to establish a new Office of Environmental Justice and External Civil Rights to address disparities in environmental impacts on marginalized communities. The reorganization has been met with mixed reactions, with some praising the increased emphasis on climate and justice, while others express concerns about potential disruptions to ongoing research and the agency's scientific integrity.

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