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Greenbytes: November 8, 2006 Edition
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As this issue of Greenbytes is readied for the virtual presses, we are all very excited and busy attending to the many final, last minute details for next week’s Brownfields 2006 Conference. This remarkable national conference is being held here in our hometown, Boston, for the first time. In fact, this is only the second time that the Brownfields community of dedicated professionals will meet anywhere near the Northeast (the last time was nine years ago, in Atlantic City, N.J.).
We are expecting the conference to be a huge success – both in the sense of interesting and useful for all attendees, and also in the sense of scale. More than 6,000 individuals pre-registered to attend, and we anticipate hundreds more registering on site. Our feature in this Greenbytes is a lengthy run down of some of the conference highlights. For a full list, simply visit Brownfields2006.org .
All through the month of October we asked New England citizens to take the “Change a Light’ pledge. EPA staff worked closely with our colleagues at the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development to work with residents of subsidized housing in several states to improve energy efficiency. Remember: by changing one or several light bulbs in your home from a traditional incandescent bulb to an energy efficient compact fluorescent bulb, you will be making a contribution to our efforts to reduce greenhouse gases and to America’s energy independence.
We also celebrated World Water Monitoring Day with folks throughout New England. EPA was able to donate additional equipment so many groups working to collect water samples and report results, helping scientists and policy makers alike.
One last point on this year’s Brownfields 2006 Conference: we are extremely proud to be able to report that we’ve spent a lot of time and effort to “green” the conference. Some of our efforts may be noticeable to attendees, such as our push to make recycling available and our focus on electronic registration to save paper. But, some of the green changes are probably less obvious: using improved computer support to reduce duplicate mailings, or composting food waste from conference facilities. It all boils down to our desire to walk the talk and recognizing that, by being conscious about our everyday actions, we can reduce our environmental impact.
We hope to see many of you next week here in Boston at the Brownfields 2006 Conference, and we look forward to working together to reclaim once-abandoned sites and put them back into use for our communities.
Brownfields Revitalization in New England
By Robert Varney
Regional Administrator
This year marks the 12th anniversary of EPA’s Brownfields Program, and we are pleased to mark this anniversary by hosting the Brownfields 2006 conference right here in Boston on Nov. 13-15.
Started as an agency initiative in 1994, EPA’s Brownfields Program has evolved into a highly successful collaborative effort among a wide range of federal, state and local partners, helping communities assess contamination and determine the costs of cleaning up sites for redevelopment.
We are proud of our successful brownfields redevelopment efforts here in New England, beginning with the two original pilot projects in Boston, Mass., and Bridgeport, Conn. Our efforts have resulted in numerous revitalized sites that had previously been abandoned and stigmatized by the possibility of environmental contamination.
New England is now both rich in history and in showcase redevelopment projects that have improved the quality of life across this region. As we move into another decade of brownfields redevelopment, we celebrate the revolutionary progress produced by many urban and nonprofit groups to improve the quality of life and provide job training across the region.
During these past 12 years, EPA has invested over $130 million in hundreds of New England communities, states, agencies and nonprofit groups. These investments have leveraged another $524.9 million in funding from government and private sources for cleanup and redevelopment, while also leveraging thousands of new jobs. EPA estimates that every acre of reclaimed brownfields saves 4.5 acres of green space and every green space created, on average, doubles the value of surrounding properties.
Our brownfields redevelopment successes are as varied as the New England landscape. There’s the conversion of a former contaminated rail yard into a popular visitors’ center in rural Vermont, which includes a replica of a historic bridge that crossed the Connecticut River. Or, a contaminated property in an economically distressed neighborhood of Providence, R.I., that is being cleaned up and redeveloped into two special needs schools and a community center. Or, improved quality of life for senior citizens in Nashua, N.H., after a major asbestos assessment and cleanup allowed the expansion of their center to include housing, a billiards room, library, craft area, ballroom and gym.
EPA is proud of our partnerships with local communities, government agencies and private investors that have helped transform brownfields sites in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont into schools, housing, playing fields, new businesses and green space. For more information on the Brownfields Program in New England, please visit our website at www.epa.gov/ne/brownfields.
Feature:
Brownfields 2006 Primer
With next week’s Brownfields 2006 Conference on deck, we are providing a detailed look at some of the exciting events you can look forward to. The conference will feature over 150 educational sessions, nearly 300 exhibit booths, a Technology Demonstration Theater, and a multitude of other learning opportunities including poster presentations and mobile workshops. Individual sessions will focus on a wide variety of topics such as:
- Community and economic development
- Environmental assessment and cleanup
- Financing and investment
- Information innovations
- Planning and design approaches
- Public health and worker safety
- Public policy, laws and regulations
- Real estate and deal making
- Redevelopment strategies and end uses
- Stakeholder involvement and environmental justice
- The greening of redevelopment.
A “Brownfields Transaction Forum” (Monday Nov. 13, 11:30 a.m.) promises to be a great feature for anyone who is ready to roll up their sleeves and work to redevelop a site. The forum will bring together brownfield property owners with developers, investors and financiers to network and craft redevelopment deals. You might be able to meet with site owners about properties available for purchase and lease, talk with brokers and developers seeking properties, or look at detailed listing information and market data. The forum will also cover educational sessions to learn how to purchase, sell, lease, and obtain financing for brownfield deals.
If you’re new to these issues, consider getting in by Sunday Nov. 12 for a “Brownfields 101” overview. This session should be especially pertinent for local governments or nonprofits looking to spark brownfield revitalization in their community, but not sure where to begin, or site owners who want to learn how the redevelopment process works. Recognizing that many attendees of this year’s conference will have limited or no experience with brownfield projects, we are pleased to offer this two-hour pre-conference workshop to help you jumpstart the learning experience. You’ll learn how a brownfields project is planned, designed, and implemented from both cleanup and redevelopment perspectives. The workshop is divided into four phases that will include both presentations and plenty of time for discussion and Q&A. Experienced professionals from both the public and private sectors will lead this workshop and be available to answer your questions.
Also for those arriving on Sunday, the National Environmental Justice/Community Brownfields Caucus will meet. The caucus is open to all conference participants, and will provide those of you focused on EJ issues a chance to meet and greet. Also, caucus organizers hope to finalize two or three brief position papers on emerging issues in brownfields revitalization.
If every American home changes just one light bulb to an ENERGY STAR bulb, greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to nearly 800,000 cars would be removed from the atmosphere.
Other sessions to look out for:
Leading Practices Smart Growth Symposium
November 13-14
The inaugural Leading Practices in Smart Growth Symposium will be presented by ICMA University with support from the Smart Growth Network and EPA. The symposium overlaps with mobile workshops and educational sessions held on the first day and a half of Brownfields 2006.
Green Buildings and Brownfields: Practical Project Implementation
November 13, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
What are green buildings and how do they relate to brownfields redevelopment? Taking a green approach to overall development can realize significant capital cost savings related to infrastructure as well as protecting the environment and public health. This special training session focuses on the practical implementation aspects of green building, the connections between brownfield redevelopment and green design, and specific strategies to achieve integrated design. All are welcome to attend and pre-registration is not required.
Brownfields Design Charrette
November 15, 9:00a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Walkable, clean, green communities can improve the physical health and emotional well-being of residents. In this hands-on charrette, participants will work with the facilitators from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, the Harvard School of Design, and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry to produce healthy redevelopment plans for a real brownfield site.
EPA Workshop on All Appropriate Inquiry
November 15, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
The new due diligence standards for commercial property transaction have arrived! Come hear about the new federal standards for All Appropriate Inquiries. As of Nov. 1, if prospective property owners want to qualify for protections from Superfund liability, they must conduct "all appropriate inquiries" in accordance with the new federal standards before purchasing property. The federal government officials responsible for developing the new regulations will provide a free training session on the new standards on Wed. Nov. 15 from 1:00 - 4:00. Do not miss this chance to learn about the new requirements that will have just become effective. All are welcome to attend and pre-registration is not required.
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AIR QUALITY:
$4 Million to Improve Indoor Air Quality
Most Americans spend about 90 percent of their time indoors, primarily in homes, schools, and office buildings. To combat indoor air pollution, EPA recently awarded approximately $4 million in 30 cooperative agreements to improve indoor air quality by reducing asthma triggers, secondhand smoke, radon and other contaminants through demonstrations, trainings, education, and outreach projects.
More information: Indoor Air Cooperative Agreements
Acid Rain Program Shows Continued Success and High Compliance
EPA recently released its annual Acid Rain Program 2005 Progress Report. The program, begun in 1995, has achieved significant reductions in acid deposition in the United States by decreasing sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions, and can boast a high level of compliance. In 2005, overall compliance with the Acid Rain Program was nearly 100 percent. The program has also been able to reduce acid in U.S. lakes and streams, formation of fine particles while improving air quality, and human health. In March 2005, EPA issued the Clean Air Interstate Rule (CAIR) which will build upon the Acid Rain Program to further reduce SO2 and NOx emissions. When fully implemented, CAIR will reduce SO2 emissions in 28 eastern states and the District of Columbia by more than 70 percent and NOx emissions by more than 60 percent from 2003 levels.
More information: Acid Rain Program 2005 Progress Report
Companies Set Aggressive Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Goals
EPA welcomes 21 new organizations to its Climate Leader partnership, which recognizes their pledge to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Thirteen more companies are setting new targets for significantly reducing their emissions. The Climate Leaders partnership is the largest public corporate greenhouse gas goal-setting program and represents a broad range of industry sectors.
More information: EPA's Climate Leaders program
EPA Releases List of Best Workplaces for Commuters
The annual list of “Best Workplaces for Commuters” from the Fortune 500 companies was recently issued. In 2006, 133 companies employing more than 700,000 workers qualify for this list. The top 20 employers are ranked by the percentage of domestic employees who are eligible for commuter benefits, such as subsidized transit passes, telework, carpool programs, and emergency rides home.
More information: Best Workplaces for Commuters
EPA Voluntary Programs Cut Emissions and Save Consumers Billions
EPA’s 12 voluntary climate protection programs prevented 63 million metric tons of carbon equivalent emissions in 2005, up from 57 million in 2004. The "Energy Star and Other Climate Protection Partnerships 2005 Annual Report" includes information on the savings from the government's Energy Star program. Other voluntary climate protection programs included in the report are the Climate Leaders Program, the Green Power Partnership, Methane Programs and initiatives that develop clean energy solutions and minimize emissions of other non-carbon dioxide gases.
More information: Energy Star and Other Climate Protection Partnerships 2005 Annual Report
CHILDRENS HEALTH ISSUES:
New Data Show Decline in Children's Exposure to Pollutants
EPA's compilation of information from federal children’s environmental health databases was recently updated. “America’s Children and the Environment” shows that the percentage of children living in counties that do not meet the air quality standard for fine particulate matter has declined from 1999 to 2004; that in 2003, children under six were less likely to be regularly exposed to secondhand smoke at home than they were in 1994; and that the concentration of lead in young children's blood had gone down by 89 percent over a period of 25 years. These data demonstrate trends of environmental contaminant levels in air, water, food, and soil; concentrations of contaminants measured in the bodies of children and women; and childhood illnesses and health conditions such as asthma that may be influenced by exposure to environmental contaminants.
More information: America's Children and the Environment
COMPLIANCE:
New Tool Will Help Colleges Improve Environmental Compliance and Results
A Compliance Assistance Center will be developed to help colleges, universities and grade schools understand and comply with environmental laws. The center will join a network of 14 other EPA-supported centers for various economic sectors, including hospitals and health care centers, auto service and repair facilities. The center is part of an agreement between EPA and the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO).
More information: EPA's compliance assistance centers
CONSUMER NEWS:
Top Fuel Economy Lists Released for 2007 Autos
The federal “2007 Fuel Economy Guide” was recently released, helping consumers make well-informed choices when purchasing new vehicles. Fuel economy estimates, which appear on the window stickers of all new cars and light trucks prior to sale, are determined by tests that manufacturers and EPA conduct according to EPA specifications. This year's label values are based on the same test methods that have been used in recent years. However, to ensure these estimates continue to remain as reliable as possible, in February EPA proposed changing the methods to better reflect what drivers are experiencing on the road. EPA expects to finalize these changes in time to take effect with 2008 models.
More information: Fuel economy for 2007 autos s
ENERGY ISSUES:
New Computer Energy Efficiency Requirements
EPA recently announced new Energy Star specifications for computers and related equipment that are expected to prevent greenhouse gas emissions equal to the annual emissions of 2.7 million cars, and save U.S. households and businesses more than $1.8 billion in energy costs over the next 5 years. Under the new specifications, which go into effect on July 20, 2007, only the most energy-efficient computer related equipment will earn the Energy Star label.
More information: Energy Star specification for computers
Home Energy Efficiency Efforts Pay Off in Big Savings
In 2005, the Partnership for Home Energy Efficiency (PHEE) was created to help American homeowners improve the energy efficiency of their homes, save money, and help address the rising costs of energy. According to the PHEE report, consumers were able to save close to $150 million due to better building techniques and energy efficiency improvements in more than 325,000 homes and apartment units across the country. The PHEE report highlights record-breaking numbers of Energy Star qualified homes built in 2005 (167,000 - up from 132,000 in 2004), increased certification opportunities for energy efficiency contractors through the Building Performance Institute, and an additional $1 billion in utility bill savings for homeowners through the purchase of more energy-efficient products and appliances during 2005, compared to 2004.
More information: Partnership for Home Energy Report
EPA Proposes Gasoline- and Money-Saving Rules for Gas Distributors
EPA recently proposed a set of new air toxics standards that would prevent the loss of gasoline into the air as it is delivered to service stations – preventing the escape of about 46,000 tons of emissions of volatile organic compounds per year, including 3,400 tons per year of the carcinogen benzene. The standards protect public health and save the industry $6 million per year after adding the required controls. EPA will take comment on the proposal for 30 days after the notice is published in the Federal Register.
More Information: Proposed Air Toxics Standards for Gasoline Distribution Facilities
How HEAT Can Save Money This Winter
The Energy Star Program demonstrates that there are four simple recommendations to "H.E.A.T" smartly while reducing home energy consumption and environmental impact this winter.
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Home Sealing. Seal air leaks and add insulation – paying special attention to your attic and basement, where the biggest gaps and cracks are often found. This will keep warm air inside where it belongs and help your equipment perform more efficiently.
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Equipment Maintenance. Dirt and neglect are the number one causes of system failure. Get a check-up of your heating system to make sure it's performing efficiently and safely. Clean or replace your system's air filter to help lower energy bills and maintain better indoor air quality.
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Ask for Energy Star. Look for the Energy Star label when purchasing products. If just one in 10 households bought Energy Star qualified heating and cooling products, the change would keep 18 billion pounds of greenhouse gas emissions out of our air.
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Thermostat Use. Install a programmable thermostat to save energy during times when you're home or away. When properly used, a programmable thermostat can save as much as $150 a year in energy costs.
More information:
- Ideas to improve your home's energy efficiency
- Energy and money saving ideas for businesses
- Guidance for manufacturing facilities
GRANT OPPORTUNITIES:
Grant Solicitation to Advance Methane Recovery and Use as a Clean Energy Source
EPA is requesting proposals to fund projects and activities that support the Methane to Markets Partnership. The partnership is an international initiative to reduce global methane emissions by promoting methane capture-and-use projects in four major sectors including agriculture (animal waste management), coal mining, landfills, and oil and gas systems. EPA is requesting proposals for projects that support the partnership broadly, but that may include the following types of activities: directly identify, characterize, or implement methane capture-and-use projects - including technology transfer, feasibility and pre-feasibility studies, training and capacity building, or database development for potential sites. EPA seeks proposals from international governments, as well as public or private non-profit organizations. The estimated project period for awards is May 2007 through May 2009. Proposals are due by Dec. 4.
More information: Methane to Markets grant
Research Fellowship Opportunities for College Students
EPA recently awarded fellowships to support some of the nation’s most promising masters and doctoral students under the Science to Achieve Results (STAR), and Graduate Research Opportunities (GRO), programs. This year more than 1,500 total applicants competed for 112 STAR and 30 GRO fellowships. EPA is now accepting applications from students for the 2007 STAR and GRO graduate fellowship programs (the deadline for preliminary applications is Nov. 20). Applicants for the GRO undergraduate program have until Nov. 16 to submit their preliminary applications to the EPA. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or be lawfully admitted to the United States for permanent residence.
More information: Application information for the 2007 STAR and GRO fellowship programs
Winners of the 2006 STAR and GRO fellowship awards
Students Plant a Green Future for the Environment and the Economy
Forty-two student design teams have received $420,000 in EPA grants to research and develop sustainable environmental solutions. The grants were awarded through EPA’s People, Prosperity and the Planet (P3) sustainability design competition and encourage university teams to develop projects that are environmentally protective, use natural resources efficiently, and are economically competitive. There will be demonstrations of student projects on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., next April when the 42 teams will compete for the EPA's P3 Award which is given to the highest-rated student designs. EPA is now requesting applications for the 2007 P3 National Student Design Competition for Sustainability.
More information: The P3 student teams and projects
To apply, view the eligibility criteria and for general information on the P3 program
PARTNERSHIPS:
Growing Renewable Fuels to Keep America Going
EPA recently launched the new SmartWay Grow & Go program, an expansion of the successful SmartWay Transport Partnership. The new Program promotes the environmental benefits of renewable fuels and is aiming to have 25 percent of EPA's SmartWay Transport partners using renewable fuels by 2012, and 50 percent by 2020. Renewable fuels are available today and provide environmental benefits. The SmartWay Grow & Go program also supports efforts to increase domestic energy supplies, encourage efficiency and conservation, and develop alternative and renewable sources of energy.
More information: SmartWay Grow & Go
EPA, Utilities Move to Address CFCs in Older Appliances
EPA and eight utilities have launched a new, voluntary Responsible Appliance Disposal program to promote environmentally responsible disposal of household appliances such as refrigerators and freezers that often contain chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), a chemical that depletes the ozone layer. The new partnership is geared towards helping utility companies encourage homeowners to properly dispose of older refrigeration units while ensuring that CFCs are captured and destroyed or recycled. The program also promotes the recovery and proper disposal of PCBs, mercury, and used oil contained in appliances.
More information: Responsible Appliance Disposal program
EPA Invites Public Participation in Development of Nanotechnology Stewardship Program
More than 500 organizations and individuals have been invited by EPA to participate in the design and development of a stewardship program that will help the agency better understand the potential risks and benefits of nanotechnology, a science of creating or modifying materials at the atomic and molecular level to develop new or enhanced materials and products. The program will complement the agency's new and existing chemical programs under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) and will provide a firm scientific foundation for regulatory decisions by encouraging the development of key scientific information and any appropriate risk management practices.
More information: Nanoscale Materials Stewardship Program under TSCA
More Companies Making Environmental Pledges
32 new facilities have been welcomed to the National Environmental Performance Track program. The program recognizes facilities that work with their communities, set three-year goals for continuous improvements in environmental performance beyond regulatory compliance, and have internal systems in place to manage their environmental programs. Performance Track members come from a wide range of industries, such as paper, personal care products, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, resorts and government agencies, among others and must meet all environmental regulatory requirements and make additional commitments to the environment.
More information: National Environmental Performance Track program
PESTICIDES & TOXICS:
Guidance on Pesticide Product Warranty Statements Available
A document that provides guidance and examples of pesticide warranty statements has been posted on the U.S. EPA’s Office of Pesticide Programs (OPP) web site. The examples posted reflect warranty statements for pesticide products that are considered both acceptable and unacceptable by EPA. Consumers should be aware that some warranty disclaimer statements contain potentially false or misleading language, or words and phrases that are in some way objectionable. These examples do not represent any change in EPA policy concerning warranties and disclaimers of liability for pesticide products.
More information: The warranty guidance document
RECYCLING & WASTE MANAGEMENT:
Recycling Trends Up and Trash Down
Americans are recycling more and throwing away less according to a new EPA report. The report shows that municipal waste and individual waste generation has declined steadily from 2004 to 2005 and that recycling and composting trends are generally up. EPA has collected and reported on data going back to 1960 on the generation and disposal of waste in the United States.
More information: Executive Summary of the report
Kudos for Recycling Coal By-Products
Eleven organizations the U.S. EPA’s Coal Combustion Products Partnership and three individuals from have received EPA awards for their achievements in using the by-products generated from burning coal in coal-fired power plants. The Coal Combustion Products Partnership is a voluntary partnership, with more than 150 private and public partners working to increase the beneficial use of coal ash and using these by-products safely preserves our natural resources, conserves energy, saves money, and promotes environmental sustainability.
More information: Coal Combustion Products Partnership
WATER ISSUES:
New Rule Boosts Protection of Underground Drinking Water
A new EPA rule will better protect drinking water by targeting utilities that provide water from underground sources and requires greater vigilance for potential contamination by disease-causing microorganisms. The rule’s strategy includes surveying public water systems for deficiencies, monitoring source-water systems, implementing corrective actions, and monitoring systems for compliance. Systems must begin to comply with the new requirements by Dec. 1, 2009.
More information: Ground Water Rule
USDA and EPA Sign Water Quality Credit Trading Agreement
A partnership agreement between USDA and EPA will establish and promote water quality credit trading markets through cooperative conservation. The credit trading program uses a market-based approach that offers incentives to farmers and ranchers who implement conservation practices that improve water quality. They can earn credits to then trade with industrial and municipal facilities that are required by the Clean Water Act and other laws to reduce water pollution in wastewater. The agreement features a pilot project within the Chesapeake Bay basin to showcase the effectiveness of environmental markets.
More information: Water Quality Trading Agreement
Specifications Will Add to Water Efficiency
EPA issued its first set of specifications to certify professionals in the water efficiency market. Under the agency's WaterSense program, a voluntary public-private partnership that identifies and promotes high-performance products and programs that help preserve the nation's water supply, specifications will set technical requirements for certifying landscape irrigation professionals, and certification programs that meet the EPA's requirements will earn the WaterSense label. The programs will test for the ability to design, install, maintain and audit water-efficient landscape irrigation systems, and will allow professionals to become WaterSense partners.
More information: WaterSense Certification Programs for Irrigation Professionals
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Massachusetts Military Reservation Plume Cleanup Team -
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S. Weymouth Naval Air Station Restoration Advisory Board (S. Weymouth, MA) -
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New Bedford Harbor Superfund Site Public Meeting (New Bedford, MA)
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Connecticut River Fish Tissue Contaminant Study
NPDES - Recent Vermont permits
NPDES - Recent New Hampshire permits
NPDES – Draft permits for Mass.
No Discharge Zones in New England - updated map
Pesticides Worker Protection Information in Hmong, Khmer, Portuguese
Connecticut state information - updated
Massachusetts state information - updated
Maine state information - updated
New Hampshire state information - updated
Rhode Island state information - updated
Vermont state information - updated
Combustion information - updated
Wetlands in CT - information on Rt. 11
Public Notices - Clean Water Act Enforcement, NPDES
Car Free Transportation Alternatives
GE - Housatonic site - new data and reports
Brownfields - What’s New and Grants workshops
Eastern Surplus Superfund Site - 5 year review
Nyanza site - Addendum to 5 year review
Atlas Tack - Site activity update
New Bedford Harbor - updated newsletters
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