Yesterday, Steve Johnson was sworn in as the 11th Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency.
Upon being confirmed by the U.S. Senate, Johnson said, "I am both honored and humbled that President Bush has given me the opportunity to lead the Environmental Protection Agency. Together, we have made great strides in cleaning the air, water and land.
"The success of EPA is inseparable from the productivity and creativity of the Agency's professional staff and I look forward to our work ahead."
In a statement to EPA employees Johnson added, "during EPA’s 35 years, our experiences have taught us what works, as well as what can be done better to improve our environment and protect public health. We have learned that sound scientific research and analysis are the foundation for our work and the genesis of our future successes. In order to advance the credibility of our actions, I will continue to promote transparency as a key to successful decision-making.
"To face the new challenges of national and global concern, I will encourage EPA to fully integrate innovation, flexibility and collaboration at the local, state, national, and international levels. The United States has proven to the world that environmental success and economic growth can go hand-in-hand, and I will further this progress in EPA’s actions.
"I know that our mission cannot be realized without your continued commitment and dedication. I am grateful for each of you and the work you do to leave the next generation with a safer, healthier environment in which to live, work, and play."
Source: EPA
