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Laboratory Services and Applied Science Division

The state-of-the-art laboratory is occupied by by the Region 4 Science and Ecosystem Support Division (SESD).

Ecosystem Processes Division (EPD) Laboratory

The Ecosystems Research Division of EPA’s National Exposure Research Laboratory, conducts research on organic and inorganic chemicals, greenhouse gas biogeochemical cycles, and land use perturbations that create stressor exposures and potentia risk

Where GLI Data Comes From

Explains what states provide data to the GLI Clearinghouse and how the Clearinghouse is updated.

Geoengineering

Geoengineering refers to activities intended to cool the Earth or remove greenhouse gases from the air and has health and environmental impacts. This area summarizes geoengineering, what EPA is doing, and frequent questions, including on contrails.

EPA Region 4 Intergovernmental Review Process

Executive Order 12372 & EPA's implementing regulation 40 CFR Part 29 require that all interested state, area-wide, regional, and local agencies be given the opportunity to review & comment on proposed Federal assistance within their area(s) of jurisdiction

Search Products that Meet the Safer Choice Standard

All products earning EPA's Safer Choice label were evaluated under the Safer Choice Standard

Frequent Questions About Information for Do-It-Yourselfers & the RRP Rule

Find answers to frequent questions for do-it-yourselfers (DIYers) about the RRP Rule.

Frequent Questions About Enforcement & Inspections Under the RRP Rule

Find frequent questions and answers about enforcement and inspections under the Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule.

Frequent Questions About Training Provider Accreditation Under the RRP Rule

Find answers to frequent questions for accredited training providers under the RRP Rule.

Frequent Questions About Authorized State and Tribal Programs Under the RRP Rule

Find answers to frequent questions about authorized state and Tribal programs
under the RRP Rule.

Frequent Questions About Renovator Certification & Training Under the RRP Rule

Find answers to frequent questions about renovator certification and training under the RRP Rule.

Frequent Questions About the Lead-Safe Certified Firm Logo Under the RRP Rule

Find answers to frequent questions about the Lead-Safe Certified Firm Logo under the RRP Rule.

Frequent Questions About Recordkeeping & Reporting Requirements Under the RRP Rule

Find answers to frequent questions about the recordkeeping and reporting requirements under the RRP Rule.

Frequent Questions About Firm Certification Under the RRP Rule

Find answers to frequent questions about firm certification under the RRP Rule.

Frequent Questions About Pre-Renovation Education Under the RRP Rule

Find answers to frequent questions about the pre-renovation education requirements under the RRP Rule.

Frequent Questions About Renovations Covered by the RRP Rule

Find answers to frequent questions about renovations covered by the RRP Rule.

Frequent Questions About Work Practice Standards Under the RRP Rule

Find answers to questions about specific work practice standards under the RRP Rule.

Frequent Questions on General Information About the RRP Rule

Find answers to general frequent questions about the RRP Rule - who is covered, certification and training requirements, recordkeeping, state programs and how homeowners can verify or locate certified firms.

Frequent Questions About Lead-Based Paint Program Fees

Answers to frequent questions about fees associated with EPA's Lead-Based Paint Program.

Frequent Questions About Applying for Certification or Accreditation

Answers to frequent questions about applying for individual and firm certification and training provider accreditation under EPA's Lead-Based Paint program.