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MATS Standards Proposed by EPA

Environmental Justice with Air & Noise Modeling

Protecting Vulnerable Communities from Pollution In the ever-evolving landscape of environmental concerns, air and noise pollution continue to pose significant challenges. Not only do these pollutants have the potential to harm the health of individuals, but they also highlight the need for environmental justice within industry. As a leading comprehensive EHS firm, Mostardi Platt recognizes the intricate […]

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The Clean Water Act Turns 50

In October of 1972, the Clean Water Act (CWA) was passed to establish the basic structure for regulating the discharge of pollutants in the water. Through the CWA the EPA has been able to implement pollution control programs such as setting standards for wastewater. Prior to the CWA, a similar act named the Federal Water

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PFAS Substances to be Classified as Hazardous

Two polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) –perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA) and Perfluorooctanesulfonic Acid (PFOS)– are under proposal by the EPA to be listed as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA). Both chemicals are found or used in making a variety of products including carpets, clothing, furniture fabrics and packaging for cookware. In

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HFCs Emitted from Commerical Grocerer

HFCs Emissions Limits to be Reduced

Proposal In an announcement made Thursday October 20, the EPA proposed to cut the emissions of widely used super pollutants -Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) from air conditioning and refrigeration. This is the most recent step in efforts to decline the use of greenhouse gases and combat the climate crisis. The new proposed rule would lower allowances for

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Compliance Testing

Compliance Testing and Air Emissions Permits

Compliance testing may be a requirement for facilities with state issued EPA Air Pollution Control Permits. Periodic Compliance Testing measures the various air pollutants that exit the stack. Standardized testing requirements can vary depending on a facility’s category of work. Standardized testing requirements may include: Solvents and Organic Flavoring- Volatile Organic Materials (VOM) Natural gas

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