Learn the Issues
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Public Participation Guide: Selecting the Right Level of Public Participation
Not all public participation is the same; there are numerous levels at which you might wish to engage with the public based on the project, the stakeholders, and the decisions to be made.
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CEC Council Sessions
Each year, the North American Ministers to the Commission for Environmental Cooperation meet at least once for the CEC Council Session to set the CEC’s overall direction, including budget, and activities pursued through the cooperative work plan.
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International Cooperation
Through collaborative efforts with partners from around the world, EPA is working to facilitate commerce, promote sustainable development, protect vulnerable populations and engage diplomatically around the world.
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Other Local EPA Projects and Programs in New Bedford Harbor
Learn more about other local EPA projects and programs in New Bedford Harbor.
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Criminal Press Releases - 2026
This is a list of press releases announcing results of EPA criminal cases adjudicated in U.S. courts for 2022.
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Legacy Documents for the New Bedford Harbor
Get the data and reports behind the New Bedford Harbor Cleanup decisions.
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Difference between an SPCC Tier I and Tier II qualified facility
In the SPCC regulations in 40 CFR Part 112, what is the difference between a Tier I and Tier II qualified facility? How did EPA establish the multi-tiered approach for qualified facilities? A Tier II qualified facility is one that has an aggregate aboveground oil storage capacity of 10,000 U.S…
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Small Community Advisory Subcommittee Members
The page will display members of the Small Community Advisory Subcommittee's annual list.
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What is a wellhead protection area and how can a facility determine if it is located in one?
Pursuant to 40 CFR §112.20, a facility that could reasonably be expected to cause substantial harm to the environment by discharging oil into or on the navigable waters or adjoining shorelines must prepare and submit a Facility Response Plan (FRP). Section 112.20(h)(2) and Part 112, Appendix F, Section 1.2 require…
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Municipal Ombudsman
The Office of the Municipal Ombudsman serves as a resource for communities navigating EPA's Water Programs.
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U.S. State of Wisconsin Coal Combustion Residuals Permit Program
information about Wisconsin application submitted for EPA approval for the state to permit coal combustion residuals units
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Stay Updated on the New Bedford Harbor
Stay updated! What you can do, New Bedford Harbor & Aerovox Public Information Opportunities, Public Meeting Agendas & Summaries, & Past meeting Presentations
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General Information about the New Bedford Harbor Cleanup
Find out why EPA is cleaning up the harbor; what is being done about the pollution; how much longer will this cleanup take.
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Harbor Cleanup Plans and Legal/Administrative Records
This page includes the Harbor Cleanup Plans and site Administrative Records. These records are also available at EPA New England's office in Boston and at the New Bedford Public Library.
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Lower Harbor Confined Aquatic Disposal (CAD) Cell
Lower Harbor Confined Aquatic Disposal (CAD) Cell related documents: CAD Cell Workgroup Meetings, Technical Workgroup Documents, CAD Cell Q&A, and Pre-design Historic Data and Investigations
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Fish Consumption Regulations and Recommendations
Safe seafood recommendations for fish and shellfish based on MA regulations and EPA recommendations
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Aerovox Mill Information
Learn more about the Aerovox Mill demolition.
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Environmental Education Resources for Teachers and Students
Background Information on Environmental Issues and Student Activities.
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2018 Environmental Achievement Awards Ceremony
EPA GreenChill Program Achievement Awards
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2020 GreenChill Recognition Recipients
2020 GreenChill Recognition Recipients