EPA Released Interim Framework for Advancing Consideration of Cumulative Impacts

EPA released a draft of the Interim Framework for Advancing Consideration of Cumulative Impacts. The guidance sets out the principles for EPA to consider cumulative impacts in EPA decisions, and includes examples of EPA actions that have engaged the principles set out in the framework. Alongside the framework, EPA released several tools, including a report on Cumulative Impacts Research from the Office of Research and Development containing recommendations for improving cumulative impacts research. Comments on the Interim Framework are due by Feb. 19, 2025. EPA specifically requested input from Tribes, to ensure meaningful engagement. Read the Interim Framework for Advancing Consideration of Cumulative Impacts.

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