Science & Technology
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EPA Lead (Pb) Research: Air
Highlights of lead research for clean air
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Tools and Methods for Contaminated Sediments Research
Researchers are developing advanced methods and tools to assess contamination and predict and document the performance of multiple cleanup methods.
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EPA Research in Oregon
EPA researchers are working hard to protect communities across the nation. Learn about some of the work EPA researchers are doing in Oregon.
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Citations for Elevated Temperature Landfill Research
Citations associated with the EPA research on elevated temperature landfills.
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Project Profile: Patterson Farms
This project profile for Dane County Digester, located in Vienna, WI, includes information about the farm's anaerobic digestion system, feedstock, benefits, and recognition.
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AgSTAR Project Development Handbook
A handbook for those considering biogas technology as a manure management option, it provides a step-by-step method to determine what biogas system is appropriate for a livestock facility
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Learning About Biogas Recovery
Describes the anaerobic digestion process and the benefits of anaerobic digestion. Anaerobic digestion is the process through which bacteria break down organic matter without oxygen.
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Developing a sustainable sewage treatment system for rural Alaskan villages
Description of research project and partnership developing a sustainable sewage treatment system for rural Alaskan villages
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AirToxScreen Frequent Questions
Listing of frequent questions about AirToxScreen and individual assessments
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New England Results of the 2014 National Air Toxics Assessment
Learn more about the New England results of the 2014 National Air Toxics Assessment.
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New England Results of the 2011 National Air Toxics Assessment
Learn more about the New England results of the 2011 National Air Toxics Assessment.
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Pending Petitions for Renewable Fuel Pathways
This page provides guidance on how a company may petition EPA for a new renewable fuel pathway.
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Technical Background for Offsite Consequence Analysis for Anhydrous Ammonia, Aqueous Ammonia, Chlorine, and Sulfur Dioxide
Presents the methodology and assumptions used to develop the chemical-specific tables for accidental releases of these toxic vapors, as required by the Risk Management Program.
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Appendix E: Supplemental Risk Management Program Guidance for Ammonia Refrigeration Facilities
Additional information for food processors, food distributors, refrigerated warehouses, and any other facility that has an ammonia refrigeration system. Includes details on exemption for farms, threshold quantity, and offsite consequence analysis.
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Chemical Safety Alert: Anhydrous Ammonia Theft
This extremely hazardous substance is largely used as an agricultural fertilizer, but is also a key ingredient in the illegal production of methamphetamines. It is stored as a liquid under pressure, but becomes a toxic gas when released.
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Chemical Safety Alert: Hazards of Ammonia Releases at Ammonia Refrigeration Facilities
Anhydrous ammonia is used as a refrigerant in mechanical compression systems, often liquefied under pressure which increases exposure risk due to potential for rapid release into the air as a toxic gas.
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RMP*Comp
You can use this free software program to complete the Off-site Consequence Analyses (both worst case scenarios and alternative scenarios) required under the Risk Management Program rule, so that you don't have to do calculations by hand.
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Risk Management Program (RMP) Reporting Center
The Center can answer any questions you have about the RMP*eSubmit reporting software, or EPCRA Tier2 Submit software.
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Join a Water Utility Decontamination Tabletop Exercise
Members of the water sector and supporting partners can request a decontamination exercise.
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1989 Report to Congress: Management of Hazardous Wastes from Educational Institutions
Report identifying the statutory and regulatory requirements, examining current hazardous waste management practices, and identifying possible ways for educational institutions to improve hazardous waste management.