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Draft of the Martin Peña Initative Plan
This action plan is being developed so that EPA Region 2 can implement a strategy that focuses its programs and regulatory authorities in activities that comprehensively address the environmental issues affecting the Martin Pena communities.
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Prevalence of Bronchial Asthma and Dermatitis in Pediatric Populations in Communities Adjacent to the Martin Peña
Presentation on the Prevalence of Bronchial Asthma and Dermatitis in Pediatric Populations in Communities Adjacent to the Martin Peña
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A Citizen's Report on Strengthening Our Heritage in the Middle Rio Grande
The summary and final document of the Middle Rio Grand citizen report on the Middle Rio Grande Conservation Initiative
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New Mexico Fish Consumption Advisories
Fish consumption advisories
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Prevalence of Gastrointestinal Symptoms Among Residents of the Caño Martin Peña Communities in San Juan, Puerto Rico
This document describes the symtoms associted with residents among the caño martin peña communities in San Juan Puerto Rico
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Polychlorinated Biphenyls in Stormwater and Sediments in the Middle Rio Grande
A presentation on Polychlorinated biphyenyles (PCBs) found in the Middle Rio Grand.
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The Road to Cleaner Cars… (Text Only)
A text version of the infographic, The Road to Cleaner Cars.
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Do indoor air quality (IAQ) problems affect certain types of schools?
All types of schools -- whether new or old, big or small, elementary or high school -- can experience indoor air quality problems. Schools across the country have an array of indoor air problems. Biological problems, such as mold and mildew, are particularly pronounced in the Southeast where humidity levels…
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What factors in schools contribute to poor indoor air quality (IAQ)?
Several factors in schools can contribute to poor IAQ. Some of the most common problem include: Radon Classroom pets Excess moisture and mold Dry-erase markers and similar pens Dust and chalk Cleaning materials Personal care products Odors and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from paint, caulk, and adhesives Insects and other…
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Why manage indoor air quality (IAQ) in schools?
When IAQ problems exist, students, teachers, or staff may display certain health symptoms, or building occupants may complain about comfort issues related to temperature, humidity, or ventilation. School building occupants exposed to poor IAQ may experience a range of symptoms, and some students, teachers, and staff may be particularly susceptible…
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What about air quality in portable classrooms?
Portable classrooms have been a feature of many school districts for years. From a district's perspective, the two advantages of portable classrooms are low initial cost and short time between specification and occupancy. They are intended to provide flexibility to school districts, enabling quick response to demographic changes and providing…
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What about radon in schools?
Radon problems in schools are often remedied by increasing the ventilation. However, this will not necessarily remedy an IAQ problem. Some indoor pollution issues cannot be corrected by increasing ventilation. Increasing the ventilation in areas with high humidity or elevated outdoor air pollutants may, in fact, make an existing IAQ…
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Urban Waters and the Passaic River/Newark (New Jersey)
Passaic River/Newark (New Jersey) location landing page
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Water Quality in the Middle Rio Grande
Presentation from the Rio Grande Seminar held on My 2nd, 2008
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EPA y el Caño Martín Peña
Presentation on the Caño Martín Peña
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Soil Hydrologic Assessments for Caño Martín Peña
A briefing on he Caño Martín Peña work for the Corporación del Proyecto ENLACE del Caño MartínSoil hydrologic assessments
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Soil Sampling in Martín Peña Community Gardens
A presentation about soil sampling in Caño Martín Peña
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Summary of the Puerto Rico Urban Garden Soils and Plants Study
A final report regarding the Martin Peña Channel prepared by Karen Bradham for Region 2’s Evelyn Huertas
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Public Participation Guide: Proposed Popa Falls Hydropower Project, Okavango River, Namibia
The proposed hydropower project at Popa Falls case study illustrates the importance of carefully considering the scope of a public participation process when an environmental assessment is preliminary and when trans-boundary project impacts are a factor.
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New Orleans/ Lake Pontchartrain Urban Waters Newsletters
Newsletters for the New Orleans/ Lake Pontchartrain UWFP location