The Environmental Protection Agency is launching an effort under the Toxic Substances Control Act to streamline its review of new chemicals that have applications in batteries, electric vehicles, semiconductors and renewable energy generation.
“From job creation to energy security — clean energy sectors will power the future of our country,” Assistant Administrator for the Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention Michal Freedhoff said in a statement. “Streamlining our review of new chemical substances that make up electric vehicle batteries and that can be used in other vital emerging markets will allow manufacturers to super-charge production, bolstering our economy and advancing the Biden-Harris Administration’s goals to protect the environment and combat the climate crisis.”
The initiative covers mixed…
EPA launches initiative to speed review of new chemicals for electric vehicle, clean energy sectors
