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The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has published the anticipated SubSection (H) regulatory updates - soon too be opubslied in the Federal Register (next week). They were on time, September 23rd. They nailed it and they did a pretty good job. And the three big things you need to pay attention to: 1. Every major commercial 15 LB and larger system 5 ton and larger is impacted. 2. ALDS required on 1500 LB and larger syetms - MUST HAVE AN ANNUAL Calibration. You can just buy it and hang it on the wall - every 12 months it expires 3. The Light commercial exemption DOES not apply to you - why because it only applies to small businesses - read what a small business is or email me [email protected] 4. Reporting and record keeping for 15 LB an larger systems 5,. Cylinder tracking - its in there just a little messy 6. Reclaim usage - It’s in there. I will write more later, I am reading it and waiting for the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to respond to a few questions. Roya Payne important note, any blend that has an HFC in it falls into this S(h) responsibly but if its a pure old obsolete gas, like R-11 it falls under the tough old rules, where monthly inspections are required. If your wondering if your ready, you probably aren’t, i dont know anyone ready. So if you want to doubt me then read the 696 pages of this release and the 1200 pages already posted https://lnkd.in/eZ_yTdrg

$65.4M penalty for air violations + $177M in required compliance measures That one hurts AND will make other industrial companies take notice EPA came in strong on this one and as part of the consent decree mandated an environmental management system "The Management System must electronically monitor and track actual emissions against PTE and the applicable Emissions Limits from startup of production through operation at all applicable facilities." The $64.5M penalty doesn't reflect the true cost of not having a management system because consultant fees, legal fees, executive time, operation time, opportunity costs, and loss of brand/customers is on top of this penalty. It makes the investment in an environmental compliance platform very, very cheap ?? https://lnkd.in/eDbd7P2K

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Good news for manufacturers of point-of-use reverse osmosis (RO) systems! IAPMO R&T has been licensed by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to certify your products to the WaterSense? label. Gain speed to market for your products by leveraging IAPMO's streamlined certification process, saving your business valuable time and resources. For more information on having your products certified by IAPMO R&T, visit our official webpage today: https://lnkd.in/grfUWh4A.

?? Maintaining the Standard: The Importance of Our EPA Certification at TG Oil Services ?? At TG Oil Services, our certification by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is a cornerstone of our commitment to responsible and sustainable practices. This certification not only ensures compliance with stringent regulations but also underscores our dedication to protecting the environment through safe and effective handling and transportation of used oil and oily water. ??? Being EPA-certified highlights our capability to manage hazardous waste in ways that ensure environmental safety and public health. This achievement is not just a credential—it is an ongoing responsibility that we take very seriously. ?? This commitment to environmental excellence allows us to provide services that not only meet industry standards but exceed them, giving our clients the utmost confidence in our operations. ?? Trust TG Oil Services for your waste management needs. Our EPA certification guarantees that you are choosing a partner who values and protects our world as much as you do. #TGServices #EPAcertified #EnvironmentalCompliance #Sustainability #SafetyFirst

Amidst the pivotal Ohio v. EPA Supreme Court case, the EPA has decided to partially deny petitions for revising the "Good Neighbor Plan," aimed at reducing harmful emissions. This plan is crucial for ensuring cleaner air downwind by requiring significant emission reductions from upwind states. The implications of this decision reach far, affecting industries and environmental standards nationwide. ????? Learn more about the decision and its impact on the drilling industry in our latest article. This unfolding story highlights the intersection of environmental policy and industrial responsibility. Stay informed with The Driller. ????? #EnvironmentalPolicy #CleanAirAct #DrillingIndustry #EPA #GoodNeighborPlan #SustainableDrilling #TheDriller https://lnkd.in/gBpA_HXC

EHS Professionals! Gear Up for the Midwest Environmental Compliance Conference! EHSers! ? Mark your calendars for the upcoming Midwest Environmental Compliance Conference (MECC) happening September 24-25 at the Overland Park Convention Center in Overland Park, KS. This year's conference promises to be packed with valuable insights. One session I'm particularly excited about is NAAQS Update: PM2.5 (Primary and Secondary) and New Significant Impact Levels. Presented by Mary Hauner-Davis of Burns & McDonnell, this session dives into the latest proposals for revised PM2.5 National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). Here's what you can expect: -Impactful Updates: Get the inside scoop on how many areas might be designated as nonattainment and the implications of the new Significant Impact Levels (SILs) for permitting. -Designation Details: Learn about the specific designation process and its potential consequences for designation, permitting, compliance, and enforcement. -PM2.5 NAAQS Breakdown: Mary will discuss the current PM2.5 Annual NAAQS, including concerns about the chosen standard, SIL issues, and the validity of readings impacted by monitor bias and wildfires. Staying ahead of evolving air quality regulations is crucial for EHS professionals. This session will equip you to navigate the upcoming PM2.5 NAAQS changes and help your company comply. Download the full MECC agenda here to explore all the informative sessions offered: https://lnkd.in/gDVS6ejv Don't miss out on early bird pricing – register today before September 4th: https://lnkd.in/gcrkqzYk I'm looking forward to seeing you in Overland Park! #MECC2024 #EnvironmentalCompliance #AirQuality #PM2.5 #NAAQS #EHS #Sustainability #ComplianceLife #OverlandPark

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The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is holding two webinars later this month to explain updates made to the Effective Utility Management (EUM) Primer. EUM is a utility management framework that is the most widely used by water utilities in the country. These webinars — on 9/23 & 9/27 — will discuss the changes made to the primer as well as teach the first steps to implement EUM at your utility. Register for the 9/23 session here ?? https://lnkd.in/gdk4QXer Register for the 9/27 session here ?? https://lnkd.in/gXjY2Z_C #utilitymanagement #waterutilities #waterandwastewater #waterwebinars

??? OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT ON THE US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)‘s proposed Public Interest General Applicability Waiver of the #BABA Act provisions for the EPA Clean Ports Program. ??? DEADLINE TO SUBMIT COMMENTS IS MONDAY APRIL 15! ?? More on the waiver here: https://lnkd.in/dJfhHuJY — From the EPA: For its new Clean Ports Program, the EPA has proposed a Public Interest General Applicability Waiver of Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act provisions because market analysis shows that there is a limited number of manufacturers and supply of mobile port equipment that would meet the BABA criteria. EPA is requesting comment on its proposed limited public interest waiver for certain zero-emission (battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell) mobile port equipment (e.g., cranes, drayage trucks, yard trucks, other cargo handling equipment, locomotives, and vessels) to be funded in the $3 billion Clean Ports Program. Industry input and interagency research indicates that certain zero-emission mobile port equipment eligible under the Clean Ports Program may not meet the BABA requirements for manufactured products. Specifically, EPA is proposing: To waive the 55% domestic content requirement for zero emissions mobile port equipment. Only the final assembly of zero emissions mobile port equipment must occur in the United States to be considered “produced in the United States” during the waiver period. A supplemental de minimis waiver, waiving all aspects of BABA compliance for ten percent of material costs attributable to zero emissions mobile port equipment, that may be used for recipients of the Clean Ports Program only on zero emissions mobile port equipment. You can view the proposed waiver on EPA’s BABA Waivers webpage. We welcome your comments and feedback on this proposed approach. As part of the waiver process, the EPA opened a 21 day comment period on the proposed waiver. Please submit comments on the waiver by email to [email protected] using the subject line “Comment on Proposed Waiver of BABA Requirements for Clean Ports Program.” Please note that any comment you submit in response to this waiver request will be treated separately from any materials that you submit as part of an application for Clean Ports Program funding. The EPA would appreciate feedback as soon as possible and no later than the close of the comment period on Monday, April 15, 2024 at 11:59 PM (ET).