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We Need to Tend Innovation Like We Tend a Fire
At EPIC, we believe in using innovative data and technology to tackle environmental challenges faster. We advocate for government involvement in fostering tech innovation to better manage resources. Discover the five key building blocks of a healthy tech ecosystem to help technology thrive across public, private, and non-profit sectors.
Smart Permitting Agenda
New Data to Answer Questions about Drinking Water Access, Affordability, and Quality
CBC: Canadian residents are racing to save the data in Trump's crosshairs
Jessie Mahr, Director of Technology, was featured in a CBC article about Canadians that are supporting data and tool preservation efforts through the Public Environmental Data Partners. She notes that "without those tools you're not able to have an informed understanding of who is suffering and then where to provide them with funding or programs that would improve their lives."
Inside Climate News: ‘Canary in a Coal Mine’: Data Scientists Restore a Climate Justice Tool Taken Down by Trump
Jessie Mahr, Director of Technology, was featured in Inside Climate News, about importance of federal environmental tools to say, ‘Do we have an understanding of the challenges that Americans face?’ And to then effectively prioritize interventions and effectively use the hundreds of government programs and funding sources that are available to address those concerns.
Bloomberg: Trump’s Climate Data Purge Hurts Americans’ Health and Wallets
Jessie Mahr, Director of Technology, was featured in a Bloomberg article about which datasets and tools that are being removed from public access by the Trump Administration, and the importance of these tools in environmental stewardship, public health initiatives and economic activity.
E&E News: Groups archive environmental justice data scrapped by Trump
Jessie Mahr, Director of Technology, was featured in E&E News article about climate and environmental datasets and tools that are being removed from public access by the Trump administration.
Data-Driven Trust: what we can and cannot see in water data
Imagine turning on your tap and wondering if the water is safe to drink. You're not alone—studies show erosion of trust in drinking water is a global concern. A recent study found that more than half of adults worldwide expect to be seriously harmed by their drinking water within the next two years.
A New Era For Water Management: Harnessing GIS Innovations and Collaboration for a Resilient Future
10 Fundamentals for Smart Permitting
The Trump-Vance Administration is excited about permitting reform, so are we! And, to get there, we want to see smart permitting. Efficient and effective permitting should be about getting to “yes” or “no” on projects faster—and we know there are hundreds of ways to do that without minimizing scientific rigor, transparency, and public participation. We’ve researched dozens of federal and state policies and technologies that have sped up permitting. Here we synthesize our 10 fundamental recommendations for improving the environmental review and permitting process.
Mapping at the Intersection: Environmental Justice & Conservation
Earlier this year, Gabe Watson and EmmaLi Tsai participated in a workshop hosted by Defenders of Wildlife to help researchers create better maps at the intersection of environmental justice and conservation. Decisions from the workshop resulted in this user guide & website, which walks users through a more collaborate and inclusive approach to conservation that considers biodiversity, climate change, and environmental justice. To put the framework and shared principles into practice, the guide also features a case study using the National Wildlife Refuge System to show where future land acquisition should be prioritized.
VA’s PEEP is a Gold Star Example of Permit Efficiency
Optimizing for Outcomes: Digital Services are the Perfect Environmental Partners
Despite their commitment, many agencies face outdated tools and limited resources, hindering progress. Discover how Digital Service teams, with their collaborative, flexible approach, can provide the expertise necessary to modernize and accelerate environmental initiatives.
Joint Public Comment: The National Environmental Policy Act: Relevance to Open Government and Public Participation
5 Key Areas Technology Should and Should Not Be Used in Permitting
Technology has the potential to speed up environmental permitting by enhancing transparency, data management, and public engagement. To truly streamline the permitting process, it’s essential to combine digital solutions with policy and process improvements.
5 Bizarre Things About Permitting That Don't Have To Be
Unlocking a New Era for Ecological Restoration, Nature-based Solutions, and Resilience
Scaling Ecological Restoration & Nature-Based Solutions: A permitting innovation agenda for the next presidential administration
What is permitting, and why does it matter?
