Learn the Issues
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Facts About Formaldehyde
Formaldehyde is a chemical used widely by industry to manufacture building materials and numerous household products. It is also a by-product of combustion and certain other natural processes.
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E3 Sustainability Tools
More than 60 tools/resources assembled by E3 to help participants, stakeholders, and assessment teams address various area of improvement.
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I have a question about a word or phrase on the List N website. I’m not sure how something on List N helps me fight COVID-19.
List N: Disinfectants for Use Against SARS-CoV-2 View List N, a searchable and sortable list of products for use against SARS-CoV-2, the novel human coronavirus that causes COVID-19. List N is a list of products that EPA expects will kill SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, when used according to…
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Why aren’t hand sanitizers listed on List N?
List N: Disinfectants for Use Against SARS-CoV-2 View List N, a searchable and sortable list of products for use against SARS-CoV-2, the novel human coronavirus that causes COVID-19. List N only includes EPA-registered surface disinfectants. Hand sanitizers, antiseptic washes and antibacterial soaps are regulated by the Food and Drug Administration…
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Mercury in Consumer Products
A guide to which products may contain mercury, how to dispose of them and what health risks that pose consumers
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TSCA Chemical Data Reporting Fact Sheet: Non-Isolated Intermediates
This fact sheet provides information on the reporting exemption applicable to non-isolated intermediate chemical substances for purposes of the Chemical Data Reporting (CDR) rule (40 CFR 711).
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Controlling Bed Bugs Using Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
Several non-chemical methods can help control an infestation, such as heat treatment or freezing, or mattress and box spring encasements. When using a pesticide, follow label directions carefully and check for EPA registration.
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TSCA Section 21
TSCA Section 21 regulations collect data for use in conducting assessment of potential chemical risk are described.
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Risk Management for Cyclic Aliphatic Bromide Cluster (HBCD)
EPA's existing chemicals programs address pollution prevention, risk assessment, hazard and exposure assessment and/or characterization, and risk management for chemicals substances in commercial use.
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Risk Management for Carbon Tetrachloride
EPA's existing chemicals programs address pollution prevention, risk assessment, hazard and exposure assessment and/or characterization, and risk management for chemicals substances in commercial use.
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Reporting a TSCA Chemical Substantial Risk Notice
Section 8(e) states that Any person who manufactures a chemical substance and obtains information that the chemical is harmful to health or the environment shall inform the EPA.
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Regulation of Chemicals under Section 6(a) of the Toxic Substances Control Act
EPA's existing chemicals programs address pollution prevention, risk assessment, hazard and exposure assessment and/or characterization, and risk management for chemicals substances in commercial use.
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Coral Reefs
Coral reefs are among the most biologically diverse and valuable ecosystems on Earth. This web site describes the importance of coral reefs, threats to them, and ongoing efforts to protect them.
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Public Water System Service Areas
Community Water System Service Area Boundaries
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Conserving Resources through On‐Site Technical Assistance and Pilot Evaluations in Illinois
The Pollution Prevention Program reports the environmental results of grants. This document outlines one such project in Illinois.
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Using the Economy, Energy, and Environment (E3) Approach in Michigan
The Pollution Prevention Program reports the environmental results of grants. This document outlines one such project in Michigan.
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Establishing a Byproduct Synergy Program for Reuse of Manufacturing Byproducts in Michigan
The Pollution Prevention Program reports the environmental results of grants. This document outlines one such project in Michigan.
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Conserving Resources through On‐Site Technical Assistance in Ohio
The Pollution Prevention Program reports the environmental results of grants. This document outlines one such project in Ohio.
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FY 2020 and FY 2021 Source Reduction Assistance Grant Program Request for Applications
To assist state and tribal governments to encourage businesses to adopt environmental strategies and solutions that significantly reduce or eliminate waste from the source, EPA anticipates it will award approximately $4.69 million for the P2 Grant in 2018.
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E3 Sample Invitation Letter - from the City of Columbus
Sample letter to send to potential companies to participate in an E3 program.