Google Seeks EPA Permit to Unleash Lab Mosquitoes on American Pests
Published Date: 4/20/2026
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Summary
The EPA got an application from Google to test a special type of mosquito that could help control pests. This test might affect people across the country, so the EPA wants your thoughts by May 20, 2026. If approved, this could change how we manage mosquitoes and might save money on pest control in the future.
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Analyzed Economic Effects
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Planned Experimental Mosquito Releases
The EPA received an application from Google to test Wolbachia pipientis wPip in live male Aedes albopictus mosquitoes. The request seeks releases of up to 16,000,000 Debug albo males over up to 800 acres with up to 8,480 mg total active ingredient in New Jersey in 2026, and up to 16,000,000 Debug albo males (up to 8,480 mg AI) per state in New Jersey, California, and Florida in 2027 and 2028; the applicant requests an EUP for three years in New Jersey and two years in California and Florida. EPA determined the application may be of regional and national significance and is soliciting public comment by May 20, 2026.
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