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EPA develops and enforces regulations that span many environmental topics, from acid rain reduction to wetlands restoration. Each topic listed below may include related laws and regulations, compliance and enforcement information, and policies and guidance.

Air

  • Criteria Air Pollutants (Lead, Particulate Matter, etc.)
  • Ozone Protection and Refrigerants
  • Transportation, Engine Emissions

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Cross-cutting Issues

  • Asbestos in Buildings, Materials
  • Lead in Paint, Water, Waste
  • EPA Certifications (608, 609, Lead, etc.
  • Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)

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Emergencies

  • Oil Spills, SPCC
  • Risk Management Plans (RMP)
  • Chemical Reporting

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Pesticides

  • Registration
  • Establishments
  • Worker Protection

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Land & Cleanup

  • Superfund
  • RCRA Corrective Action
  • Underground Storage Tanks (USTs)

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Toxic Substances

  • Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)
  • Chemicals and Hazardous Substances
  • Toxic Release Inventory (TRI)

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Waste

  • Solid Waste
  • Hazardous Waste

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Water

  • Drinking Water
  • Hydraulic Fracturing
  • Mountaintop Mining

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  • Find regulatory information by sector
  • Learn about major environmental laws
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Last updated on February 18, 2022