Learn the Issues
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Hazardous Waste Cleanup Program Vision/ Mission/ Goals for 2030
new corrective action 2030 goals
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A Toolbox for Corrective Action: Resource Conservation and Recovery Act Facilities Investigation Remedy Selection Track
The purpose of this toolbox is to help EPA Regional staff and their partners to take advantage of the efficiency and quality gains from the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Facilities Investigation Remedy Selection Track (FIRST) approach.
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Technical Hazardous Waste Cleanup Training
webpage hosting trainings related to hazardous waste corrective action
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Guidance for Cleaning Up Groundwater, Soil and Air at Hazardous Waste Cleanup Facilities
This is a collection of resources that provide guidance on how to manage media-specific contamination at corrective action facilities. These are places the experience leaks of hazardous waste
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Factsheet: What is Indoor Air Quality?
The factsheet discusses what is indoor air quality, common sources and factors that can impact indoor air quality, and best practices for improving and maintaining good indoor air quality.
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Building Assessment Survey and Evaluation Study
The BASE study used a standardized protocol to collect extensive indoor air quality data from 100 randomly selected public and commercial office buildings in 37 cities in 25 States.
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Will an Ozone Generator protect me and my family from COVID-19?
No, do not use ozone generators in occupied spaces. When used at concentrations that do not exceed public health standards, ozone applied to indoor air does not effectively remove viruses, bacteria, mold, or other biological pollutants. Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's website for best practices to protect…
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What kind of filter should I use in my home HVAC system to help protect my family from COVID-19?
Minimum Efficiency Reporting Values, or MERV, reports a filter's ability to capture particles. Filters with MERV-13 or higher ratings can trap smaller particles, including viruses. Many home HVAC systems will have a MERV-8 filter installed as the default. Upgrading to a MERV-13 rated filter, or the highest-rated filter that your…
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Can running the HVAC system in my home help protect me from COVID-19?
By itself, running your HVAC system is not enough to protect yourself and your family from COVID-19. However, when used along with other best practices recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, operating the HVAC system can be part of a plan to protect yourself and your family…
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Will an air cleaner or air purifier help protect me and my family from COVID-19 in my home?
When used properly, air purifiers can help reduce airborne contaminants including viruses in a home or confined space. However, by itself, a portable air cleaner is not enough to protect people from COVID-19. When used along with other best practices recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, operating…
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Spotlight on the Tribal Indoor Air Quality Summit Workgroup in Midwest Region 5
The Tribal IAQ Summit Workgroup uses a collaborative approach to increase the impact of tribes’ efforts to manage indoor air quality and improve community health for tribes in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin.
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List of Pesticide Regulatory Consultants
The listed companies provide services to assist applicants related to pesticide registration. The inclusion of any business in this listing does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement by the Environmental Protection Agency.
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Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions Asthma FAQs Indoor AirPlus FAQs IAQ in Schools FAQs Mold FAQs Radon FAQs Frequent Questions about Indoor Air and Coronavirus (COVID-19) Search Frequent Questions for immediate answers to the most common questions or send a question to our customer care team. Air Cleaners What is a HEPA…
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Do You Suspect Your Office Has an Indoor Air Problem?
Information about indoor air quality in office buildings
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Map of Hazardous Waste Cleanup Progress
This webpage contains a map showing cleanup progress at Resource Conservation and Recovery Act corrective action facilities over the years.
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Baselines for Hazardous Waste Cleanup Program Facilities
This page discusses corrective action facilities, how they vary, the various lists of baseline facilities and associated historical documents.
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Learn about Hazardous Waste Cleanups
Defines the hazardous waste cleanup process under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
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Energy, Weatherization and Indoor Air Quality
Climate change presents many challenges, including the production of severe weather events. These events and efforts to minimize their effects through weatherization can adversely affect indoor environments.
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Volatile Organic Compounds' Impact on Indoor Air Quality
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are emitted as gases from certain solids or liquids. VOCs include a variety of chemicals, some of which may have short- and long-term adverse health effects.
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Bois Forte Indoor Air Quality Program
The Bois Forte Indoor Air Quality Program acted swiftly and aggressively to tackle mold and moisture problems in its community members’ homes after several residents became ill as a result of environmental exposures.