February 16, 2007—US and European Union scientists and researchers plan to work more closely in solving common environmental problems and sharing information on emerging issues such as nanotechnology under a new agreement finalized February 9 in Brussels.
Among the collaborative research topics included in the EPA-EC Implementing Arrangement are efforts to address the linkages between environmental pollution and human health, as well as uses and impacts of nanotechnology in environmental monitoring, soil remediation, and water quality.
Other topics include: sustainable chemistry and materials; environmental information systems; development of environmental and sustainability indicators; environmental technologies; air quality management; decision support tools; and environmental modeling.
To view the agreement visit the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s International Affairs Web page.
