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Office of Environmental Management
June 16, 2026
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Bradburne's Keynote Emphasizes Role of Planning in Portsmouth’s ‘Bright’ Future
Southern Ohio's environmental cleanup mission is officially paving the way for an advanced energy and AI boom. ⚡
By decontaminating and clearing legacy facilities at the Portsmouth Site, EM is creating vital space for small modular reactors and world-class AI infrastructure. This community-driven collaboration is building the next-generation workforce while driving long-term economic revitalization. Read the full story to discover how this cleanup site is powering the future of southern Ohio.
Cleanup Efforts Expand Across Oak Ridge National Laboratory's Central Campus
Oak Ridge’s environmental cleanup mission is officially clearing the path for the next generation of scientific discovery. 🔬
OREM and UCOR have begun deactivating a former waste treatment facility to reduce operational risks and modernize the campus footprint. By removing legacy hazards and prepping outdated structures for demolition, crews are freeing up vital space for cutting-edge research. Read the full story to discover how this cleanup momentum is paving the way for the future of innovation at Oak Ridge.
Wildfire Mitigation and Preparedness are Year-Round Priorities for Los Alamos
Los Alamos's environmental cleanup mission is strengthening its defenses against wildland fires. 🌲
EM-LA and N3B are executing year-round wildfire mitigation and vegetation management to protect legacy waste storage areas. By accelerating off-site waste shipments to permanent disposal facilities and collaborating with local Pueblos and regional partners, crews are significantly reducing environmental risks. Read the full story to discover how these proactive safety measures are protecting the surrounding community and securing the site.
Updates and Maintenance Ensure Safe, Efficient Used Nuclear Fuel Storage at SRS
Savannah River Site’s environmental cleanup mission is officially modernizing the safety and efficiency of used nuclear fuel storage. ⚙️
By replacing vital purification resins and upgrading the basin's control system from analog to digital, SRS crews are drastically reducing operational risks. The installation of innovative "water wall doors" has also transformed a week-long maintenance job into a task completed in mere minutes, dramatically reducing radiation exposure for workers. Read the full story to discover how these cutting-edge upgrades are transforming safety and operations at the site.