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Incorporating Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy into State and Tribal Implementation Plans
Tools and guides to encourage state, tribal and local agencies to consider incorporating Energy Efficiency (EE) and Renewable Energy (RE) policies and programs in their State and Tribal Implementation Plans (SIPs/TIPs).
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EPA Removes Hazardous Stockpile of Flammable Hand Sanitizer in Romulus, New York
EPA has removed approximately 230,000 gallons (920 tons) of expired, alcohol-based hand sanitizer and related waste from a warehouse at the former Seneca Army Depot in Romulus, New York, eliminating a significant fire and safety risk to nearby communities.
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NPDES Training
The NPDES permitting program offers training courses, workshops, and webinars to explain the regulatory framework and technical considerations of the NPDES permit program.
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Local Topics - Energy Efficiency in Non-Governmental Buildings
Learn about how local governments can encourage energy efficiency improvements in throughout the community.
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Local Topics - Energy Efficiency in Government Operations and Facilities
Local governments can reduce emissions and reduce energy costs by improving energy efficiency in their government buildings and operations. Find resources and tools here.
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State Energy Efficiency Benefits and Opportunities
Describes the benefits of energy efficiency and how to assess its potential for your state. Also, find details on energy efficiency policies, programs, and resources available for furthering energy efficiency goals.
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SO2 Designations - Round 1 Pechanga Band of Luiseno Mission Indians Tribal Recommendation and EPA Response
SO2 Designations - Tribal Recommendations and EPA Responses - Round 1 - Pechanga Band of Luiseno Mission Indians
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Energy Efficiency/Renewable Energy Roadmap Manual
The Roadmap clarifies existing Agency guidance on incorporating EE/RE policies and programs into State and Tribal Implementation Plans (SIPs/TIPs).
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Basic Information for Incorporating Energy Efficiency/Renewable Energy in State and Tribal Implementation Plans
Basic information for EE/RE laws and/or regulations
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EPA awards $30,277,000 to South Carolina for water infrastructure resiliency
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded $30,277,000 in supplemental appropriation funds to South Carolina to improve water infrastructure resiliency in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
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Radiation Protection
EPA sets limits on environmental radiation from use of radioactive elements. The Radiation Protection website describes EPA's radiation protection activities, regulations and supporting information.
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RadTown
Learn about radiation sources encountered in everyday life. RadTown presents lessons plans for teachers covering basic concepts of radiation, non-ionizing and ionizing radiation, radiation protection, radioactive atoms and radioactive decay.
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Clean Water State Revolving Fund PISCES Program: George F. Ames Performance and Innovation in the SRF Creating Environmental Success Program
The Clean Water State Revolving Fund’s Performance and Innovation in the SRF Creating Environmental Success (PISCES) program allows state programs to gain national recognition for exceptional projects funded by the CWSRF.
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Americium in Ionization Smoke Detectors
There is no health threat from ionization smoke detectors as long as the detector is not damaged and used as directed. Do not tamper with your smoke detectors, as it could damage the shielding around the radioactive source inside of them.
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Sustainable Purchasing Program Guidance: A Landscape Scan of Available Resources
These are summary profiles of some of the leading sources of sustainable purchasing guidance from around the globe.
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Caribbean RCRA Cleanup Facilities Contacts
Caribbean RCRA Cleanup Facilities Contacts
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Hypoxia Task Force Meeting Agendas and Related Information
The meeting summaries and agendas for the Hypoxia Task Force biannual meetings.