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EPA’s Initiative to Boost Sustainability in Construction Materials and Products
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is poised to launch a grant program that’s geared toward enhancing the environmental product declarations (EPDs) for construction materials and products. This initiative, in alignment with the Inflation Reduction Act Section 60112, aims to bolster transparency and disclosure regarding embodied greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions data connected to these materials and products in the United States.
This grant program will be open to businesses engaged in the manufacturing, remanufacturing, and/or refurbishing of construction materials and products. Additionally, it’s available to U.S. states, territories, Indian Tribes, and nonprofit organizations that can provide support to these businesses.
The EPA anticipates awarding up to 40 grants, cooperative agreements, and/or pass-through cooperative agreements during the fiscal year 2024. A pass-through entity, as defined in the Code of Federal Regulations (2 CFR 200), is a non-Federal entity that provides subawards to subrecipients to execute part of a federal program.
The grants are categorized into five primary areas:
- Robust Data for EPDs: These projects seek to contribute new data or enhance existing data critical for producing robust EPDs.
- Robust Product Category Rule (PCR) Standard Development, PCRs, and Associated Conformity Assessment Systems: This category focuses on the development of robust and standardized PCRs, identifying the necessary data for EPDs, data collection methods, reporting standards in EPDs, and transparent and verification requirements for credible EPDs.
- Robust Tools & Resources for EPD Development: The projects within this category will work towards developing tools and resources that streamline the process of producing and disclosing robust EPDs, making it easier, faster, and more cost-effective.
- EPD Development and Verification: These projects will assist construction material and product manufacturers in creating robust EPDs. Some projects may involve manufacturers in producing such EPDs.
- Robust EPD Data Platforms and Integration: Projects in this category will support EPD reporting, availability, and verification. They will also aim to standardize various EPD systems and facilitate their integration into construction design and procurement systems.
The primary goal of this grant program is to enable fair comparisons between different construction materials and products by disclosing embodied GHG emissions based on comprehensive data. This will ultimately assist in the procurement of products with lower embodied carbon emissions, promoting sustainability in the construction industry.
This initiative arrives at a time when there is a growing emphasis on environmental sustainability and reducing carbon footprints across various industries, including construction. By providing support and resources for the development of EPDs and related infrastructure, the EPA seeks to encourage the use of construction materials and products that are more environmentally friendly.
This program is a significant step towards promoting sustainability in the construction sector and fostering the use of construction materials and products that have a reduced environmental impact. With the EPA’s support, businesses and organizations involved in the construction industry can contribute to a more environmentally conscious and sustainable future.
CLEVELAND — Not many movies stand the test of time, but “A Christmas Story” is a genuine classic.
The 1983 film only lasted a month in the box office but has since become a cult classic, drawing fans to the Cleveland home where it was shot all year long. One northeast Ohio native had a small but memorable part in the film and made lifelong friendships.
Drew Hocevar may be remembered for playing the “mean elf” in the film, but he’s anything but.
Known as the “male elf” in the credits, it’s the only acting role Hocevar has ever auditioned for. He was working at Higbees department store when he got the part.
“They just called me, and I got the elf part!” he said.
He said it was just something fun to do. Being a teacher is what really paid the bills. Hocevar is a former special education teacher and now volunteers as a mechanic working on the merry-go-round at the Western Reserve Historical Society.
Some of the artifacts he saved from the movie are on display at the museum.
“I snagged my hat and ran,” he said.
He said the rest of the costume was thrown away.
Hocevar’s cast-signed poster and bb-gun are on display at the museum
The museum has a few other special “A Christmas Story” displays, including Lego sculptures depicting memorable scenes from the movie including Hocevar’s scene of him pushing kids down a slide on a fake snow-topped mountain.
Over 40 years later he remains friends with some of the cast including his elf counterpart and recently had lunch with her.
The movie plays numerous times throughout the holiday season, but Hocevar said he tends not to watch. His friends, however, have a special name for Christmas Day.
“24 hours of Drew!” he said.
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Cleveland, OH – Warmer weather is set to move into Northeast Ohio just in time for Christmas, with rain chances remaining low this week. After a cloudy and drizzly start today, temperatures will gradually rise, offering a mild holiday season for residents.
According to the National Weather Service, Cleveland will see highs in the upper 30s today with patchy drizzle tapering off by the afternoon. Tonight, skies will remain cloudy with lows near 33°F. By Wednesday, Christmas Day, conditions improve with mostly cloudy skies and highs reaching a pleasant 40°F.
Looking ahead, Thursday will bring partly sunny skies and warmer temperatures, peaking near 48°F. Winds from the southeast will keep conditions calm, making it an ideal day for holiday outings. However, by Friday, a 30% chance of rain returns as temperatures climb into the upper 40s.
The warm-up continues into Saturday, with highs expected to reach the mid-50s. Showers are likely Saturday night into Sunday, so residents should prepare for wet conditions over the weekend.
Motorists should remain cautious today as morning drizzle could create slick spots on roads, including I-90 and I-71. While precipitation chances remain low, lingering fog and mist may reduce visibility early in the day.
Stay tuned for updated forecasts as Christmas approaches, and plan your holiday travels with these warming conditions in mind.
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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – A man was shot dead in Downtown Cleveland early Christmas Eve morning, police confirmed.
The Cleveland Division of Police said officers were called to East 13th Street and Superior Avenue for a gunshot victim.
The call came in at approximately 3:30 a.m. on Dec. 24, according to police.
Officers arrived to find a 42-year-old man who was shot lying unconscious in the street, said police.
Police said officers quickly rendered first aid until Cleveland EMS arrived.
Cleveland EMS said he was in critical condition as they took him to MetroHealth Medical Center where he was pronounced dead.
He has yet to be identified.
Police said no further information is being released at this time in the ongoing investigation.
Call the Cleveland Division of Police at 216-623-5000 and reference report #2024-370349 if you have any information on this incident.
This is a developing story. Return to 19 News for updates.
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