Learn the Issues
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The Current: Fall 2023
The WaterSense Current is a quarterly update dedicated to news and events related to WaterSense.
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Technical Data and Reports on Nitrogen Dioxide Measurements and SIP Status
EPA collects data from the states and regions on their air quality and state implementation plan (SIP) progress. This information is compiled in a database, and used to create reports, trend charts, and maps.
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Guidance for Tracking Progress Under the Regional Haze Rule
regional haze quidance
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Guidelines for Eating Fish that Contain Mercury
Learn about how to minimize exposure to methylmercury while eating fish. Read about fish advisories, how to use them to consume fish safely, and use the national fish advisories locator to find them in an area near you.
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Regulatory Exclusions and Alternative Standards for the Recycling of Materials, Solid Wastes and Hazardous Wastes
Determining the Level of Regulation for Hazardous Waste Recycling, Recycled Materials that are not Subject to RCRA Hazardous Waste Regulation, Materials Subject to Alternative Regulatory Controls, Materials Subject to Full Hazardous Waste Regulations.
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EPA Releases Proposal to Help Cleanup of Millions of Abandoned Tires, Promote Energy Dominance
EPA issued a proposal to help clean up millions of abandoned tires throughout the U.S., addressing health and safety concerns related to tire piles in American communities.
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Enbridge Consent Decree Section IX. Reporting Requirements
Consent Decree deliverables, such and plans and reports that are submitted pursuant to the terms of the Consent Decree, are posted below.
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Enbridge Spill Response Timeline
Timeline of events in EPA's response to the Enbridge oil spill in Michigan
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Wisconsin Title V and NSR Program Evaluation
wisconsin Title V and NSR Program Evaluation air permitting New Source Review
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Manistique River AOC Boundary Map
This page presents various maps of the Manistique River AOC.
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Remediation and Restoration Projects for Manistique River AOC
Table describing remediation work on Manistique River AOC.
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Ashtabula River Area of Concern Draft Final Delisting Report
Identifies several remedial alternatives and details a Recommended Environmental Dredging Plan. Includes the Ashtabula River Partnership charter and bylaws.
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Newsletter: East Palestine Train Derailment Response, 10-31-2024
Newsletter, Oct. 31, 2024 for East Palestine Train Derailment Response
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Newsletter: East Palestine Train Derailment Response, 3-21-2023
East Palestine Newsletter, 1st edition, serving East Palestine, Negley, Darlington and surrounding communities
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How is waste leaving the derailment site tracked?
EPA on-scene coordinators are assigned to track liquid–and solid–waste trucks entering and leaving the derailment site. They log every truck, oversee the loading and covering of waste, truck washing and weighing, and the proper placement of placards. Responders take pictures throughout the process. All trucks go to approved and regulated…
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What is the East Palestine Potable Water Sampling Work Plan?
In February, EPA required Norfolk Southern to investigate drinking water sources through a work plan approved by responding agencies. The work plan is being used to monitor drinking water near the derailment site, and recently changed to include more areas for water sampling. These new areas were chosen based on…
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Can I grow a garden at home and eat the produce?
Yes. You can continue to use your yard as you normally would. Residential soil sampling results are within typical ranges for the area, and garden plants are generally considered safe to eat. Follow normal measures like peeling carrots and root vegetables and washing leafy greens.
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Is the air monitoring equipment detecting chemicals of concern?
Yes, the air monitoring and sampling equipment are capable of detecting many chemicals of concern in the community and currently detections are below levels of concern. Some of the monitoring equipment may not detect a portion of the chemicals at lower levels–specifically n-butyl acrylate. However, there are independent tools used…
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What are preliminary data and how are they different from validated results?
Preliminary data are the initial results received from samples sent to the laboratory. The general findings from this data may be used before validation if there is an immediate health or environmental threat. Data validation is the formal process by which experienced chemists assess the quality of the preliminary data…
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What’s the difference between air sampling and air monitoring?
Air monitoring and air sampling are two different methods of looking at air quality. Air monitoring uses electronic devices to provide real-time readings of contaminants in the air. Air sampling involves trapping air over a period of time in a container that is then sent to a laboratory for analysis…