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New OSWER Discussion Forum Question: What can EPA do to help communities understand the environmental conditions at former auto sector sites? And what can EPA do to help communities revitalize those sites?
February 1 - A new questions has been posted on the OSWER Discussion Forum about cleanup at former auto sector sites. As the auto sector restructures, EPA wants to know what role we can play in revitalizing the communities affected by these closures. more...

New OSWER Discussion Forum Question: What additional information would help you gauge how much progress has been made at a Superfund site?
January 1 - A new thread on the OSWER Discussion Forum wants to know what you think about the ways EPA measures progress at Superfund sites. There are currently nine different ways to measure progress at a Superfund site - which ones do you find the most/least useful? more...

EPA Seeks Public Input on Interim Guidance for Dioxins in Soil Cleanup Goals
December 31 - EPA is seeking public comment on draft interim preliminary remediation goals (PRGs) for cleanup of dioxins in soil. This action would strengthen EPA’s preliminary remediation goals at dioxin contaminated sites.. more...

EPA Identifies Three Industries for Financial Obligations in Cleanup of Environmental Releases
December 30 - EPA has taken a significant step in an effort to help reduce the need for federal taxpayers to fund the cleanup of environmental releases. EPA has identified three additional industry sectors for which it will begin the regulatory development process for any necessary financial assurance requirements. more...

EPA Hosts Video Competition to Promote ‘Three Rs’ of Consumer Waste
December 17 - EPA is sponsoring a video contest that challenges filmmakers to produce short, creative videos that highlight the “Three Rs” of individual consumption: reduce, reuse, and recycle. The agency is accepting submissions for the contest, called “Our Planet, Our Stuff, Our Choice,” through Feb. 16. more...

Community Engagement Initiative Now Available for Public Comment
December 15 - OSWER's Community Engagement Initiative is designed to make it easier for local communities and stakeholders to participate in government decisions on land cleanup, emergency response, and the management of hazardous substances and waste. We are encouraging the public to provide input on this plan. more...

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