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Veolia Completes Most Comprehensive Industry Testing to Date on PFAS Waste Incineration

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This testing, conducted using the EPAs most current guidance, advances the scientific understanding of PFAS disposal and gives cities and industries more options for management of these compounds. PFAS contamination is a critical challenge due to its widespread presence and persistent nature. Headquartered in Boston, Mass.,

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Brita Champions Access to Safer Water

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Water contaminant reduction, specifically lead, remains a critical need for consumers and communities, as the EPA estimates that up to 9.2 million lead service lines, which deliver water to communities across the country, remain in the ground today.

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Case Study: Addressing PFAS in Drinking Water in Affected Communities in the State of New Jersey

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In 2018, we began our partnership with the Borough of Bellmawr , sampling and testing for PFOA, PFOS and PFNA; in 2020, sample results indicated high levels of PFOS (max 32 ppt) and PFOA (max 23 ppt) were present, meaning treatment was required.

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Marathon Petroleum’s MPLX Bluestone Plant Marks a First for U.S. Midstream Natural Gas Processing Sector

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natural gas processing sector ever to achieve the EPAs ENERGY STAR Challenge for Industry. Environmental Protection Agencys (EPA) ENERGY STAR program is celebrating the Bluestone natural gas plant in Pennsylvania as the first facility of its kind ever to achieve the ENERGY STAR Challenge for Industry.

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EPA Issues Interim Health Advisory Levels for Select PFAS

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July 12, 2022 /3BL Media/ - On June 15, 2022, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued interim Health Advisory Levels (HALs) for four per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) that replace those issued in 2016. KEYWORDS: antea group, PFAS, Clean Drinking Water, EPA. PAUL, Minn., ppt for PFOS. 2,000 ppt for PFBS.

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The Home Depot Receives Green Power Leadership Award From the EPA

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Environmental Protection Agency’s ( EPA ) annual Green Power Leadership Awards have recognized America’s leading green power users for their commitment to using renewable electricity and advancing the nation’s green power market. Originally published on Built From Scratch For more than 20 years, the U.S.

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EPA Issues Final Rule for Oil and Natural Gas Operations for New, Reconstructed, and Modified Sources and Emissions

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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a final rule aimed at reducing methane emissions from oil and natural gas operations. Quad 0c sets forth the guidelines for individual states to adopt, or alternatively, presents the requirements by which states can follow in establishing their own regulations. SAINT PAUL, Minn.,

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