Learn the Issues
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Buying Green for Consumers
This page provides consumers with information and resources related to greener products and purchasing.
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Incorporating Electronics Stewardship Goals into Federal Information Technology Leases and Seat Management Contracts, 6/18/2012
This document explains how a federal agency or facility can meet its federal electronics stewardship goals when using information technology leases or seat management contracts.
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Key Environmental Attributes for Electronics Acquisition, 6/19/2012
This document outlines some key environmental attributes to consider when acquiring electronics.
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Outreach Materials for the Collision Repair Campaign
The Collision Repair Campaign offers outreach materials to help collision repair shops reduce toxic air exposure. Materials include a DVD, poster, training video, and materials in Spanish (materiales del outreach en español).
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FY 2013 Pollution Prevention Grant Program Request for Proposals
The Pollution Prevention (P2) grant program funds state and tribal technical assistance projects to help businesses identify better environmental strategies and solutions for reducing or eliminating waste at the source.
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Underground Injection Control in EPA Region 7 (IA, KS, MO and NE)
Region specific UIC contact information is provided.
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Indiana Harbor Canal
Indiana Harbor Canal PCBs removal
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Oneida Wastewater Treatment Plant NPDES Permit WI-0071323-4
EPA is public noticed a draft NPDES permit for the discharges from the Oneida Wastewater Treatment Plant within the boundaries of the Oneida Indian Reservation located in Oneida, Wisconsin (Outagamie County).
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Waubun Wastewater Treatment Facility NPDES Permit
documents for National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit in minnesota
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Health and Safety Plan - May 2001
Lindsay Light Sites, Chicago, Illinois
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Pesticide Program Dialogue Committee Meeting: May 31-June 1, 2023
We support tribal pesticide programs through cooperative agreements with individual tribal pesticide regulatory agencies. We work cooperatively with tribal governments on enforcing pesticide laws.
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La EPA anuncia $555 mil para proteger los cuerpos de agua contra desbordamientos en Puerto Rico
EPA anunció la disponibilidad de aproximadamente $80 millones a través del programa de subvenciones municipales para “Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Reuse”.
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Settlement Update
The United States proposed settlement with Norfolk Southern was lodged by the Department of Justice for the East Palestine Train Derailment.
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Is our East Palestine City Park safe for activities?
Yes. Results show that levels of dioxin and semi-volatile organic compounds are well below any levels that we would consider restricting activities, and all are either at or below typical background levels for soil in the United States. In addition, the village has cleaned all recreational equipment, including the pool…
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Newsletter: East Palestine Train Derailment Response, 4-25-2023
April 25 newsletter in html for East Palestine Train Derailment Response
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Should I get tested?
We have heard residents’ concerns about potential exposure to vinyl chloride. EPA air monitoring data results show vinyl chloride below levels of health concerns. Available biological tests do not accurately assess exposure to vinyl chloride at levels present from this incident.
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If I get a urine test, what does that indicate?
If I get a urine test, what does that indicate? Urine tests show the level of thiodiglycolic acid–a break-down product of vinyl chloride. A complete lab report will show your thiodiglyocolic acid results compared to the normal range commonly found in people in the United States. But this test does…
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What else can cause urine to test positive for thiodiglycolic acid?
Thiodiglycolic acid is commonly found in general populations who have not been exposed to vinyl chloride. Some sources can include: Certain foods including raw onions, meat, poultry, and seafood. Some medications, including Zyrtec, and vitamins. Alcoholic beverages. Smoke including from wood fireplaces, cooking, and cigarettes. Some household products including paints…
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Can I grow a garden at home or plant crops?
Yes. You can continue to use your land as you normally would. Residential soil sampling results are within typical ranges for the area. Follow normal measures like peeling root vegetables and washing leafy greens.
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Can I use the East Palestine City Park?
Yes. Results show that levels of dioxin and semi-volatile organic compounds are well below any levels that we would consider restricting activities, and all are either at or below typical background levels for soil in the United States. In addition, the village has cleaned all recreational equipment, including the pool…