Learn the Issues
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Energy Efficiency / Demand Response Plan Plan Year 2 (6/1/2009 - 5/31/2010) Evaluation Report: Residential Appliance Recycling
The goal of this report is to present a summary of the findings and results from the evaluation of the Program Year 2 (PY2) Residential Appliance Recycling (AR) program.
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Light Systems and Demolition
Light systems in residential complexes need to be disposed of properly prior to demolition. Light systems that contain mercury or PCBs should be recycled or disposed of properly before demolition.
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Household Hazardous Waste and Demolition
Household wastes that are toxic, corrosive, ignitable, or reactive are known as Household Hazardous Waste (HHW). Household Hazardous Waste may be found during residential demolitions, and thus require special handling for disposal.
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PCBs in Caulk and Residential Demolition
Caulk containing potentially harmful polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) was used in many buildings in the 1950s through the 1970s.Learn how to handle PCBs found in caulk during demolition.
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Engaging in Smart Growth
These documents are case studies of communities engaging in smart growth.
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Consider a SmartWay Vehicle
Learn about SmartWay certified vehicles, the cleanest, most efficient vehicles on the road.
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Revised Assessment Guidance for Perchlorate
The recommended preliminary remediation goal for perchlorate when making site-specific cleanup decisions where there is an actual or potential drinking water exposure pathway.
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Letter from Peggy Harris (ASTSWMO) to Susan P. Bodine (EPA)
The support of the Association of State and Territorial Solid Waste Management Officials for the use of the Interim Munitions and Explosives of Concern Hazard Assessment Methodology.
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Letter from Susan Parker Bodine (EPA) to Alex Beehler (Department of Defense)
EPA's concurrence on the Interim Munitions and Explosives of Concern Hazard Assessment Methodology.
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Talking Points for Mathy Stanislaus Five Year Review Community webinar
Community Webinar Showcasing the Federal Facility Community Tools
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Anadarko Petroleum Corp. - Diamond BlackHornet Drilling Project Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Final Permit Documents Issued By EPA Region 4
Anadarko Petroleum Corp. - Phoenix Prospect Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Final Permit Documents
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Anadarko Petroleum Corp. - Bob Douglas Drilling Project Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Final Permit Documents Issued By EPA Region 4
Anadarko Petroleum Corp. - Bob Douglas Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Final Permit Documents
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Anadarko Petroleum Corp. - Diamond BlackHawk Drilling Project Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Final Permit Documents Issued By EPA Region 4
Anadarko Petroleum Corp. - Phoenix Prospect Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Final Permit Documents
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Frequent Information, Guidance Documents and Information About Energy Efficiency and Renewable Resources
This page contains a list of resources for EE/RE, and includes information available from EPA as well as other sources.
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Reduce the Environmental Impact of Your Energy Use
Suggests actions you can take to reduce the environmental impacts of your energy use, including being more energy efficient and switching to cleaner energy sources.
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Measure the Impact of Your Energy Use on the Environment
Available EPA tools you can use to learn more about the environmental impacts of your electricity use.
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About the U.S. Electricity System and its Impact on the Environment
Overview of the U.S. electric grid, with links to more information about each of the component parts. It also introduces the environmental impacts of electricity generation, delivery, and use.
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1999 CAA Fuels Administrative Settlement
CAA Fuels Administrative Settlement for 1999
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Implementing Wood-Burning Changeout Campaigns and Examples of Programs
Burn Wise changeout campaign to replace older heating appliances. with cleaner home heating.
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Cleanup of Columbia Smelting & Refining Works, Red Hook, Brooklyn, New York
The site is the former location of a secondary lead smelter called Columbia Smelting and Refining Works (Columbia), and the extent of lead-contaminated soil from the smelter, in the mixed-use neighborhood of Red Hook in Brooklyn, New York. The footprint of