Learn the Issues
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SMCRA-CWA Coordination in the Field
Presentation: IAP in 2005‐intent was to combine all applications into one 404/401/SMCRA
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The EPA’s Efforts to Reduce Nutrient Pollution
EPA’s Efforts to Reduce Nutrient Pollution
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What work still needs to be done at the derailment site?
Although contaminated soil has been excavated and removed from the derailment site, some additional work remains. Soil sampling continues to check all areas where cleanup operations took place. Stream assessments continue, and culvert clean out has started. Groundwater and drinking water sampling also continues. Expect these investigations and possible additional…
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Previously Issued EPA Nutrient Reduction Policies and Supporting Documents
Previously Issued EPA Nutrient Reduction Policies and Supporting Documents
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How is the current creek assessment different from the assessment done over the summer?
Over the summer, stream assessments were done to determine if there were remaining impacts to the streams from the derailment. Contamination was found in some areas and the current work is meant to clean out culverts and get more detail on what remains in the sediment to inform any future…
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Nutrient Data
Nutrient Data
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Newsletter: East Palestine Train Derailment Response, 10-17-2023
Newsletter May 16 for East Palestien Train Derailment Response
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EPA Explains...Greening the Holidays
A reduce, reuse, recycle poster for the holidays.
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How much waste was removed as part of the cleanup efforts?
In late October, EPA announced the completion of major derailment site excavation. Remaining contaminated soil and debris were removed for off-site treatment or disposal. Contact water continues to be treated in an on-site wastewater treatment system prior to removal for off-site disposal. As of November 13, over 174,000 tons of…
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Pollution Prevention (P2)
Pollution prevention (P2) is any practice that reduces, eliminates, or prevents pollution at its source. The P2 website provides information on the law, grants, and technical assistance for businesses or organizations that want to adopt P2 practices.
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Surface and Source Water Tools
Surface and Source Water Tools
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City of Flint Response to May 16, 2016 EPA Flint Safe Drinking Water Task Force Recommendation on Maintenance of pH in Distribution System
City of Flint Response to May 16, 2016 EPA Flint Safe Drinking Water Task Force Recommendation on Maintenance of pH in Distribution
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S.H. Bell Chicago Air Monitoring Data
EPA has required environmental air monitoring of the S.H. Bell Company facility in Chicago, Illinois. Monitor data and monitor placement.
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2023 Regional PFAS Roadmap Listening Sessions
Learn about engagement sessions for communities to share feedback directly with EPA Regional and PFAS Council leaders to inform the implementation of the actions described in the Roadmap.
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The Oswego River RAP Stage II
Describes current programs, remedial options, results of investigations, and recommends future remedial strategies.
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Best Management Practices (BMP) and Treatment Technologies Clearinghouse
Best Management Practices (BMP) and Treatment Technologies Clearinghouse
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Inter-Agency Engagement on Nutrient Reduction
Information related to Inter-Agency Engagement on Nutrient Reduction.
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Renewed Call to Action to Reduce Nutrient Pollution and Support for Incremental Actions to Protect Water Quality and Public Health (2016)
EPA Memo: Renewed Call to Action to Reduce Nutrient Pollution and Support for Incremental Actions to Protect Water Quality and Public Health - September 2016
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Peer Review Comments and Responses on National Nutrient Strategy
Peer Review Comments and Responses on National Nutrient Strategy
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Public Comments and Responses on National Nutrient Strategy
Public Comments and Responses: National Nutrient Strategy