EPA New England's Center for Environmental Industry and Technology (CEIT)

Boat Pressure Wash Water Control Technologies Virtual Trade Show
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Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management (CZM) , Pressure Wash Demonstration Projects:
As part of a comprehensive effort to assist marinas in tackling the pressure washing issue, CZM awarded $12,500 each to Cape Ann Marina in Gloucester and Arey's Pond Boatyard in Orleans for the installation of treatment systems that will remove pollutants from pressure wash water. Each of these facilities hosted a demonstration project that allowed the general public, marina operators, and state officials to view the funded systems.

Pressure Wash Information, Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management:
The State of Maine conducted a study in 2002 to determine what contaminants are in the bottom paint, wash water, and bottom sediments surrounding the wash area. The study was performed at boatyards and marinas with marine railways that typically perform pressure washing in the intertidal zone where wash water flows directly and into the water. The Maine study revealed that in addition to the expected high copper levels, lead levels were unexpectedly high.

University of California Cooperative Extension, Sea Grant Program

• Selecting a Hull Paint for Your Boat:
  Information on selecting paint for a boat hull.

• Boating Pollution Economics and Impacts:
  Discusses the benefits of preventing boating pollution. Even small amounts of pollution become a problem when they accumulate over time. Manufacturing, using and disposing of boating products and equipment all contribute to the environmental impacts and costs of pollutants.