Learn the Issues
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Clean Water in Indian Country
Tribes are eligible for delegation of certain Clean Water Act programs to restore and maintain the chemical, physical and biological integrity of the nation's surface waters.
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Indicators: Acidification
Acidification is a broad term that refers to the process by which aquatic ecosystems become more acidic. Acid rain and acid mine drainage are major sources of acidifying compounds, lowering the pH below the range where most living organisms function.
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Indicators: Cyanotoxins (microcystin)
Algal toxins are toxic substances released by some types of algae (phytoplankton) when they are present in large quantities (blooms) and decay or degrade. High nutrient levels and warm temperatures often result in favorable conditions for algae blooms.
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Revitalization Webinars
Review webinars aimed to highlight the role revitalization plays in addressing abandoned or orphaned sites in the LUST backlog.
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Expedited Site Assessment
The expedited site assessment (ESA) process is a framework for rapidly characterizing underground storage tank (UST) site conditions for corrective action decisions.
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The Subsurface Fate of Ethanol: A Look at the Emerging Oxygenate Alternative to MTBE
Learn about what is know about the fate of ethanol, a fuel oxygenate, in the subsurface.
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Notice of Corrosion Risks in Underground Storage Tanks Storing Diesel Fuel
Review a notice for owners of underground storage tank systems storing diesel fuel regarding corrosion.
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Questions and Answers About Corrosion in Underground Tanks Storing Diesel Fuel
Find the answers to questions about storing diesel in underground storage tanks.
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Occidental Chemical Company Facility Documents, Reports, and Graphics
RCRA, Hazardous Waste for Occidental Chemical Company Facility - Montague, Michigan
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Drinking Water Regulations and Contaminants
This page contains regulations which are legally enforceable standards that apply to public water systems.
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Learn Before You Burn Wood - What You Can Do
Within this site you will find information for consumers to make informed decisions about what it means to burn wise. State & local agencies learn to improve air quality in their communities through changeout programs and education.
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Cafeteria and Food Services Model Contract Language
Model federal contract language for procurement of cafeteria and food services.
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SDWA Economic Analysis
This page provides information on EPA’s approach to economic analysis when developing standards for drinking water contaminants.
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Soak Up the Rain: Trees Help Reduce Runoff
Learn about the importance of trees in helping to reduce runoff and find resources to help select trees.
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Recommendations: Update History
This page identifies changes to the Recommendations of Specifications, Standards, and Ecolabels for Federal Purchasing page and process.
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Framework Development Overview
This page explains the history of how the Framework for the Assessment of Environmental Performance Standards and Ecolabels was developed.
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Framework for the Assessment of Environmental Performance Standards and Ecolabels for Federal Purchasing
This page includes background information on the Framework for the Assessment of Environmental Performance Standards and Ecolabels.
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Selling Greener Products and Services to the Federal Government
This is a list of resources for vendors who want to sell EPP to the Federal Government.
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Palmer River Source Tracking, Water Quality Trends Summary, and Watershed Plan
Palmer River Source Tracking, Water Quality Trends Summary, and Watershed Plan: A technical direct assistance project funded by the U.S. EPA Southeast New England Program (SNEP)
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Frequent Questions about Sustainable Marketplace and Green Products
This page addresses FAQs on a wide variety of subjects.