Pollution and waste threaten everyone’s health, but some communities are hit harder than others, and the Biden administration is looking to tackle these disparities. In this op-ed for Route Fifty, Abt’s Lisa McDonald explains how states can get ahead of federal mandates by identifying challenges in their communities now, using our work in Massachusetts as an example.
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Climate Change in North America
Closing the Gap: Surveying LA Renters to Improve Housing Access
Abt helped HACLA collect and analyze current Los Angeles rental data, showing rents were about 12% higher than federal estimates and providing evidence to support voucher subsidy levels that better reflect local housing costs and improve access to stable housing.
Regulating Harmful Contaminants for Healthier Communities
Abt supported the EPA in developing and implementing data-driven regulations for hazardous chemicals—particularly carbon tetrachloride—helping turn scientific evidence into enforceable protections that reduce risks to workers, nearby communities, and the environment.
From Exposure to Protection: Securing Safe Drinking Water
Abt helped the EPA develop data-driven regulations, treatment tools, and exposure models that strengthen protections against contaminants such as PFAS and lead, improving drinking water safety for millions of Americans.
Stronghold Federal at VETS 2026
Meet Stronghold Federal at VETS26 and connect with our team at Booth 106 to discuss federal health, data, and mission delivery.