EPA’s move to ‘modernize’ libraries spurs concerns

In response to a congressional mandate that the Environmental Protection Agency restore closed libraries, the agency said it will proceed with modernizing its library network, leading some people to believe the EPA will not resume physical library operations. Molly O’Neill, assistant administrator for EPA’s Office of Environmental Information, issued a statement Monday that said, “EPA continues to modernize its library network to enhance access to information for EPA employees and the public.”