EPA Employees Still in the Dark as Agency Dismantles Scientific Research Office

The article discusses the ongoing uncertainty among EPA employees as the agency moves to dismantle its Office of Research and Development (ORD). According to the report, EPA leadership has failed to provide clear answers to crucial questions, such as the timeline for the ORD's closure and the number of job losses expected. The ORD is responsible for conducting scientific research to support the EPA's policymaking and regulatory efforts. Its potential dismantling has raised concerns about the agency's commitment to evidence-based decision-making and the potential impact on the EPA's ability to protect public health and the environment. The article highlights the lack of transparency and communication from the EPA's leadership, leaving employees in the dark about the future of the ORD and their own employment status. This situation has been described as creating a climate of uncertainty and anxiety among the affected staff.