Prescribed burn in Dow Field, Nichols Arboretum, Ann Arbor, Michigan. Training exercise for students in an ecological restoration course at the University of Michigan. PC: Bob Grese
This EPA publication focuses on the agency’s efforts to address environmental degradation and promote restoration of ecosystems across the United States. It reviews programs and policies aimed at cleaning up contaminated sites, restoring air and water quality, rehabilitating damaged lands, and supporting healthier communities. By combining regulatory actions with collaborative initiatives, the document illustrates how restoration contributes not only to ecological health but also to public safety, economic vitality, and long-term resilience.