PFAS Emissions and Environmental Impact Overview

This group includes documents discussing PFAS emissions, their sources, and related environmental protection efforts, particularly in the context of legal cases and public health initiatives.

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The email discusses the EPA's decision to reject final Superfund rules, as reported by the Elko Free Press, and is forwarded by Laura Skaer to Tate Bennett and others. 2017
ED_002061_00059466
Tate Bennett
1
The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation is inviting state and federal agency staff to participate in joint sessions at the 2017 ASTSWMO Annual Meeting to discuss the EPA Superfund Task Force Recommendations. 2017
ED_002061_00115861
Albert Kelly
2
The email correspondence from the Environmental Protection Agency discusses scheduling a meeting with Hugh Hewitt and other individuals regarding a briefing on a Superfund site in Orange County, with October 18 proposed as the meeting date. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email exchange between Mary Draves of Dow and Kenneth Wagner from the EPA discusses the logistics of sending an electronic copy of a book related to the T-River project, following a recent tour and discussion on adaptive management of a remediation site. 2017
ED_002061_00172991
Bill Wehrum
2
The email from the EPA discusses a media request regarding lead contamination data near public housing sites, correcting previous information about the number of National Priorities List and Superfund Alternative Approach sites near HUD buildings and outlining prioritized actions for specific sites. 2017
ED_002061_00011377
13 Tier
4
The EPA's August 10, 2017, EHS State Regulatory Alert discusses updates on water management regulations in Florida and hazardous waste management rules in Kentucky, including new permit application timetables and fee structures. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Albert Kelly discusses Honeywell's appreciation for the CERCLA Task Force's recommendations and invites the Task Force to participate as speakers at the upcoming Mega-Superfund Site Symposium on September 7, 2017, in Philadelphia. 2017
ED_002061_00117476
Albert Kelly
2
The email from Liz Bowman instructs colleagues at the EPA and TCEQ to distribute a final news release welcoming national news outlets to Superfund sites, along with attached photos, while requesting proofreading and sending to a national list. 2017
ED_002061_00011465
13 Tier
2
The email from Mandy Gunasekara connects Peter from Crowell with Kell Kelly, who is leading Superfund reform efforts at the EPA, following a discussion at an ELI dinner. 2017
ED_002061_00114987
Albert Kelly
1
The email from Robert Hood of CH2M to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses recommendations for the Superfund Task Force aimed at improving the Superfund program's efficiency and cost-effectiveness. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The document outlines a proposal from the Pre-RD Group for a pre-remedial investigation and baseline sampling related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, emphasizing the need for updated data to refine remediation strategies and support allocation among potentially responsible parties (PRPs) while aligning with EPA Superfund reform goals. 2017
ED_002061_00115593
Albert Kelly
11
The email from Bob Martineau of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation discusses ongoing cleanup efforts at the DOE Oak Ridge complex, highlighting a new landfill proposal and the state's collaborative approach with the EPA rather than pursuing legal action. 2017
ED_002061_00115622
Albert Kelly
2
The email discusses the U.S. EPA's Superfund Division's decision to take back the feasibility study (FS) for the Portland Harbor site from the potentially responsible parties (PRPs) and complete it themselves, as communicated by Steve Ells to Craig Zeller and others. 2016
ED_002061_00115935
Albert Kelly
1
The Ohio EPA is prioritizing the identification and prevention of PFAS exposures in water systems, actively addressing contamination from sources like Chemours/DuPont and WPAFB, while implementing treatment measures and planning further sampling around affected areas. 2016
ED_002061_00175913
Kenneth Wagner
2
The document contains comments from various industrial trade associations to the EPA regarding the proposed rule on Hazardous Waste Generator Improvements, addressing definitions and regulations related to hazardous waste management. 2015
ED_002061_00090564
Patrick Davis
77
The document is a court order regarding a motion to dismiss counterclaims made by Teck Cominco Metals, Ltd. against the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation in a CERCLA case concerning hazardous substances contamination of Lake Roosevelt. 2009
ED_002061_00163963
Justin Schwab
11
The document from the Environmental Protection Agency discusses best practices for coordinating cleanup and natural resource restoration processes at Superfund and hazardous waste sites to improve efficiency and effectiveness. 2008
ED_002061_00116212
Albert Kelly
23
The EPA's Office of Research and Development highlights the significant research and community engagement activities of the Robert S. Kerr Environmental Research Center in Ada, OK, focusing on groundwater contamination remediation and ecosystem restoration, while also noting its economic impact on the local community. 2007
ED_002061_00172820
Kenneth Wagner
2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 5 is forwarding a Memorandum of Agreement to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to support a consolidated approach to site cleanup under Wisconsin's NR700 rules, enhancing redevelopment efforts in the state. 2006
ED_002061_00173713
Kenneth Wagner
17
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is finalizing a proposal to exempt electroplating sludge from Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Hazardous Waste Regulations to reduce disposal costs for PCB manufacturers and other industries. 2006
ED_002061_00090459
Patrick Davis
3
The IPC expresses disappointment to the EPA regarding the decision not to proceed with a proposed rule that would exempt electroplating sludge (F006) from hazardous waste regulations, hindering recycling efforts and environmental benefits. 2006
ED_002061_00090460
Patrick Davis
3
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is coordinating with the Lower Willamette Group to finalize the Feasibility Study for the Portland Harbor Superfund Site, incorporating feedback from various stakeholders to ensure timely publication of a Proposed Plan by March 2016. 2001
ED_002061_00115936
Albert Kelly
2
The document outlines NW Natural's ongoing efforts and collaboration with the EPA to implement the Record of Decision for the Portland Harbor Superfund Site, specifically focusing on the remedial design work for the Gasco site and the development of technical evaluations to support the project. 2001
ED_002061_00087349
Byron Brown
2
The email from Jahan Wilcox at the EPA discusses a press inquiry regarding the perceived weakening of enforcement at the NYC Superfund site, while referencing quotes from Administrator Scott Pruitt emphasizing his commitment to enforcement against polluters despite rolling back certain environmental regulations. 1990
ED_002061_00019894
13 Tier
4
The City of Portland, led by Mayor Ted Wheeler, is supporting the reinstatement of the Superfund tax to alleviate the financial burden on taxpayers for cleaning up hazardous waste sites and expedite the cleanup process managed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). 1980
ED_002061_00088062
Byron Brown
2
The document discusses the Woodbrook Road Superfund site in New Jersey, detailing TRC's fixed-price remediation agreement with Texas Eastern Terminal Company (TETCO) and the involvement of EPA Region 2 in overseeing the cleanup process, highlighting TETCO's voluntary financial commitment to address PCB contamination despite not being responsible for it. 1971
ED_002061_00114062
Albert Kelly
2
the need to address environmental contamination at the Eastern Michaud Flats Superfund Site in Pocatello, Idaho, where FMC Corporation and J.R. Simplot Co. are involved in ongoing remediation efforts under the oversight of the EPA and Idaho Department of Environmental Protection. 1949
ED_002061_00090515
Patrick Davis
4
Esri's Laura D. McNulty expresses gratitude to EPA officials for a meeting, emphasizes the importance of location in environmental protection, and offers support for the Superfund and Brownfields strategy while inviting them to an upcoming conference. 1906 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The document outlines travel and dining recommendations for a government official visiting Sydney, including logistics for hotel check-in, sightseeing suggestions, and a proposed schedule adjustment for a Sydney Harbor cleanup event. 1906 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA has assessed thirty-three Superfund sites affected by a storm, finding that twenty-eight show no damage while seven are flooded, with inspections planned for the San Jacinto Waste Pits Superfund Site to ensure the integrity of its temporary armored cap. 1906 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Laura D. McNulty of Esri expresses gratitude to EPA representatives for a meeting and discusses collaboration on the Superfund and Brownfields strategy, emphasizing the importance of geographic information technology in achieving the agency's goals. 1906 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA has assessed thirty-three Superfund sites in areas affected by a storm, finding that twenty-eight sites show no damage while seven have been flooded, with inspections planned for the San Jacinto Waste Pits Superfund Site to ensure the integrity of its temporary cap. 1906 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The document outlines a proposed itinerary for a government official's visit to Sydney, including dining recommendations, sightseeing activities, and potential meetings related to environmental issues and the Labor Party, with a focus on the Sydney Harbor cleanup initiative. 1906 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The document outlines travel and dining recommendations for a government official visiting Sydney, including logistics for hotel check-in, sightseeing suggestions, and a proposed schedule adjustment related to a Sydney Harbor cleanup event. 1906 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The document is a privileged and confidential settlement communication from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding an administrative settlement agreement and order on consent for pre-remedial design investigation and baseline sampling at the Portland Harbor Superfund Site, as part of proceedings under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA).
ED_002061_00114022
Albert Kelly
41
The document is a petition for a writ of certiorari to the Supreme Court of the United States concerning a Montana Supreme Court decision that allows landowners to pursue common-law restoration claims at Superfund sites, potentially conflicting with EPA-ordered cleanups, which raises significant legal questions regarding the jurisdiction of the EPA under CERCLA.
ED_002061_00114741
Albert Kelly
129
The RACER Trust is overseeing the cleanup and redevelopment of a former General Motors site in Ewing Township, NJ, aiming to achieve non-residential regulatory closure while facilitating a mixed-use redevelopment plan that requires further remedial actions by the buyer to meet New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection standards.
ED_002061_00086816
Byron Brown
1
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 10 has issued an Administrative Settlement Agreement and Order on Consent for pre-remedial design investigation and baseline sampling at the Portland Harbor Superfund Site, under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA).
ED_002061_00115102
Albert Kelly
41
The document discusses the Sierra Club's lawsuit against the EPA regarding the environmental and health challenges posed by PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), highlighting the agency's efforts to coordinate actions to address contamination and support affected communities.
ED_002061_00176093
Kenneth Wagner
15
The RACER Trust is overseeing the cleanup and redevelopment of a former General Motors site in Ewing Township, NJ, aiming to achieve regulatory closure for non-residential use while facilitating a mixed-use redevelopment plan that requires further remediation to meet stricter residential criteria set by the NJDEP.
ED_002061_00086859
Byron Brown
1
The document outlines the estimated costs and scope of Phase 1 pre-design studies for a project involving sediment and fish contamination assessments, prepared by the EPA, with a total estimated cost ranging from $9,870K to $16,734K.
ED_002061_00086394
Byron Brown
2
The Environmental Protection Agency and the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation are addressing the U.S. Department of Energy's proposal to build a second landfill for hazardous waste disposal at the Oak Ridge Reservation, highlighting concerns over the adequacy of the required remedial investigation and feasibility study.
ED_002061_00115623
Albert Kelly
5
The document from the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development discusses the state's brownfields redevelopment programs and their economic impact in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
ED_002061_00177477
Kenneth Wagner
15
The document is an amicus brief submitted by the United States Department of Justice in the Supreme Court of Montana regarding Atlantic Richfield Company's petition against the Montana Second Judicial District Court, focusing on the prohibition of landowners' claims for restoration damages under Section 113(h) of CERCLA related to the ongoing EPA cleanup of the Anaconda Smelter Site.
ED_002061_00114974
Albert Kelly
33
The document outlines the Portland Harbor Pre-Remedial Design Investigation Work Plan, detailing various study elements such as sediment sampling, fish tissue analysis, and surface water sampling, conducted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to assess contamination and inform remediation efforts in Portland, OR.
ED_002061_00115104
Albert Kelly
13
The document provides a summary of the professional experience and qualifications of James R. Kuipers, a consulting engineer with over 30 years of expertise in mining and environmental engineering, who has worked with various public interest groups and government entities, including involvement in Superfund activities for the Anaconda Deer Lodge County, Montana.
ED_002061_00086234
Byron Brown
15
The document discusses the Interstate Technology & Regulatory Council (ITRC) and its PFAS Team's efforts to provide technical resources and training for regulators and stakeholders in response to PFAS contamination, as part of the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
ED_002061_00269047
Richard Yamada
8
The document is a privileged and confidential settlement communication from the EPA regarding an administrative settlement agreement and order on consent for pre-remedial design investigation and baseline sampling at the Portland Harbor Superfund Site.
ED_002061_00114023
Albert Kelly
40
The document is an administrative settlement agreement and order on consent from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the Portland Harbor Superfund Site, outlining the responsibilities for pre-remedial design investigation and baseline sampling under CERCLA.
ED_002061_00116283
Albert Kelly
40
The document pertains to the Sierra Club's legal case against the EPA regarding the Portland Harbor Superfund Site, focusing on proposed sediment sampling locations as part of settlement negotiations.
ED_002061_00115291
1 Tier
5
The document discusses a meeting led by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state officials, focusing on transforming the state-federal relationship in environmental protection, with specific action areas identified for cooperative federalism, including Superfund and Brownfields initiatives.
ED_002061_00178526
Kenneth Wagner
2
The document outlines stewardship practices for handling, storage, planting, and disposal of treated seed, emphasizing dust minimization, weed elimination, awareness of honey bees, and proper disposal to prevent contamination of commodity grain channels, as referenced by the American Soybean Association.
ED_002061_00064656
Tate Bennett
1
The document outlines a cross-federal agency workshop on PFAS sponsored by the Toxics & Risk Subcommittee, aimed at enhancing understanding and collaboration among federal agencies regarding PFAS science and policy, held on February 5-6, 2018, at the NIH Campus in Bethesda, MD.
ED_002061_00269049
Richard Yamada
10
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) conducted eight environmental studies between 2008 and 2016 at the Portland Harbor Superfund Site to assess contaminants in sediments and fish tissue, leading to a preliminary evaluation for potential remediation areas.
ED_002061_00116431
Albert Kelly
34
The document outlines a strategy by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to evaluate and accelerate the cleanup of National Priorities List (NPL) sites, recommending specific actions to target sites lacking progress and establish metrics for tracking remediation efforts.
ED_002061_00115925
Albert Kelly
25
The email expresses Sara Majka's disappointment with the EPA's response to an AP article on Superfund sites, urging the agency to adopt a more professional approach in future communications and suggesting a name change for transparency reasons.
ED_002061_00026669
13 Tier
1
The document is a draft work plan from the EPA detailing the scope and objectives for pre-remedial design investigation studies in the Portland Harbor, focusing on data collection and analysis to assess current conditions and risks related to sediment and fish tissue contamination.
ED_002061_00115340
Albert Kelly
2
The memorandum from the United States Environmental Protection Agency discusses the integration of information related to early and interim actions at Superfund sites, specifically addressing the use of trichloroethylene (TCE) in decision-making processes.
ED_002061_00090511
Patrick Davis
4
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued an Administrative Settlement Agreement and Order on Consent for a pre-remedial design investigation and baseline sampling at the Portland Harbor Superfund Site under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA).
ED_002061_00116284
Albert Kelly
42
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) conducted eight environmental studies between 2008 and 2016 at the Portland Harbor Superfund Site to assess contamination levels in sediments and smallmouth bass tissue following the completion of the remedial investigation.
ED_002061_00115157
Albert Kelly
10
The document is a confidential draft related to settlement negotiations in the case Sierra Club v. EPA, detailing sediment sampling locations for the Portland Harbor Superfund Site as part of a Feasibility Study and Remedial Investigation.
ED_002061_00116432
Albert Kelly
20
The document is an administrative settlement agreement and order on consent from the United States Environmental Protection Agency regarding the pre-remedial design investigation and baseline sampling for the Portland Harbor Superfund Site under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act.
ED_002061_00116500
1 Tier
42
The document outlines the objectives of a settlement involving the EPA, focusing on site investigation, data collection for remedial actions, and cost recovery related to environmental remediation efforts at a contaminated site.
ED_002061_00115099
Albert Kelly
1