water pollution News
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EPA to help citizen scientists learn more about air and water pollution in the U.S. Virgin Islands
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is encouraging individuals and community groups in the U.S. Virgin Islands to apply for grants that will allow “citizen scientists” to collect information on air and water pollution in their communities and seek solutions to environmental and public health problems. Citizen science is a form of research that enlists the public in collecting a ...
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Water pollution of the distribution network in Calgary, Alberta
25,000 liters of fuel have been poured into a service station in Calgary, Alberta, United States. The spill was detected when hydrocarbons were already present in the water distribution network in the municipality due to the strong odor given off. Carcinogens such as benzene, Toluene and Xylene products were found in the water system with 100 times the allowed values. With SST, the spill would ...
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EPA to help citizen scientists learn more about air and water pollution in New York City Communities
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is encouraging individuals and community groups in New York City to apply for grants that will allow “citizen scientists” to collect information on air and water pollution in their communities and seek solutions to environmental and public health problems. Citizen science is a form of research that enlists the public in collecting a wide range ...
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Swedrop trials in South Korea
Storm water pollution along roads and highways is well known and a big problem. Especially for bridges, where oil, heavy metals, PAH and more, is discharged into the flowing water below. The Swedrop solution is now beeing evaluated in South Korea, as an efficient and cost effective ...
By Swedrop AB
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New exhaust head literature from Bryan Steam
Bryan steam llc offers a new literature sheet featuring its steam exhaust heads for long term, maintenance-free service. the literature provides a full product description, as well as a chart detailing available models, maximum capacities, pipe/flange sizes, drain opening and other exhaust head specifications. Bryan steam exhaust heads are constructed of fabricated carbon steel and range in ...
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Today: EPA administrator to testify on EPA fiscal year 2012 budget
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lisa P. Jackson will testify before the U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works Committee today on EPA’s fiscal year (FY) 2012 budget. In February, President Obama proposed an FY 2012 budget of $8.973 billion for EPA. This proposal reflects President Obama’s commitment to ensuring the government lives within its means while ...
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Chile court stalls $1.4B thermoelectric plant
A Chilean appeals court has annulled the construction permit for the $1.4 billion Punta Alcalde thermoelectric plant. The court said Thursday that the 740-megawatt plant planned by the European company Endesa for the north of Chile endangers the rights of those nearby "to live in an environment free from contamination." A Chilean ministerial group had lifted a suspension of the project in ...
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FY10 Region III Wetland Program Development Grants
The Wetland Program Development Grants (WPDGs) for Regions, initiated in FY90, provide applicants an opportunity to carry out projects to develop and refine comprehensive wetland programs. The authority for the grant program is Section 104(b)(3) of the Clean Water Act (CWA) which restricts the use of these grant funds to improving wetland programs by conducting or promoting the coordination and ...
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Wastewater operator exam prep course
The Practical Applications industry-leading Wastewater Operator Training Exam Prep Course will be held for 8 weeks this Autumn. Participants will be introduced to every element of the state exam, run by the New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission (NEIWPCC). The course is held on Thursday mornings from 8:00 to 11:00 at Practical Applications’ South Boston training center, ...
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EPA launches web forum on how to best protect America’s waters
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public input on how the agency can better protect and improve the health of our waters. For a two- week period, EPA is holding a Web discussion forum on how the nation can better manage some of the most significant water pollution problems facing our nation. The feedback received on the online forum will help shape the discussion at EPA’s ...
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Northern Irish farmers offered training to reduce water pollution
In a bid to make sure farmers in Northern Ireland are complying with new rules to improve water quality in rivers and lakes in the country, the UK government has launched a new training scheme. The Nitrates Action Programme Regulations came into force in January 2007 and established measures to control the application and storage of livestock manures and fertilisers. The rules apply to all ...
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Orders from China and Dubai
Packing and preparations are currently ongoing for an order of 10 scrapers and four pipes that are to be shipped in cargo containers to the Harmony Creek Water Pollution Control Plant in Canada. The total order value is 3.5 million SEK and the client, NEXOM, is new to Hydria Water; the business deal has taken the form of a direct delivery to the contractor rather than to their reseller in Canada, ...
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Texas Evaluates Coastal Wetlands with $245,000 EPA Grant
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) are continuing to work on analyzing the condition of the wetland in Texas—as part of a national initiative. The survey will help build state and tribal capacity to monitor and analyze wetland conditions while promoting collaboration across jurisdictional boundaries. TCEQ will use a $245,000 ...
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Water Pollution Control in China Industry Research Report - Now Available from IBISWorld
Revenue for the Water Pollution Control industry in China is expected to total $890.7 million in 2012, says IBISWorld. In the five years through 2012, industry revenue has been increasing at an annualized rate of 16.2% due to strong and increasing demand from private firms and the government. San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) January 30, 2013 Revenue for the Water Pollution Control industry in China is ...
By IBISWorld
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Bacardi agrees to purchase, protect and pay fine to settle EPA water pollution case
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Bacardi Corporation have reached an agreement that spells out the resolution of Clean Water Act violations at Bacardi’s rum manufacturing facility in Cataño, Puerto Rico. Under the agreement, a consent decree approved by the U.S. District Court for Puerto Rico, Bacardi has paid a $550,000 penalty, and will donate and preserve land valued at $1 ...
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Water Pollution Control in China Industry Research Report – Now Available from IBISWorld
Revenue for the Water Pollution Control industry in China is expected to total $890.7 million in 2012, says IBISWorld. In the five years through 2012, industry revenue has been increasing at an annualized rate of 16.2% due to strong and increasing demand from private firms and the government. Demand for the Water Pollution Control industry comes mainly from local governments responsible for ...
By IBISWorld
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Ocean Alpha introduces new technology to curb water pollution in Ghana
Ocean Alpha, a Chinese company which specialises in USV (Unmanned Surface Vehicles) has launched its state of the art technology to remedy the deteriorating state of Ghana’s water bodies and also to limit the rate at which our water bodies are being polluted. Minister of Ghana water resources visted oceanalpha booth and admire our technology The company showcased their products at the ...
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NEW TRENDS IN INDUSTRIAL POLLUTION CONTROL
NEW TRENDS IN INDUSTRIAL POLLUTION CONTROL If you have both air and water pollution control needs, how do you know that your treatment approach is optimizing performance and operating costs? As you undertake pollution abatement projects, how can you really be sure that you’re protected against creeping project costs, missing compliance requirements, and project management headaches? An ...
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Commission urges Luxembourg to implement Court ruling on water pollution
The European Commission is urging Luxembourg to implement a Court ruling and comply with measures to combat water pollution caused by nitrates. Luxembourg was condemned by the European Court of Justice in June this year for its failure to adopt action plans for zones vulnerable to nitrate pollution, as required by EU law. Despite the judgement, Luxembourg still does not fully comply with the ...
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EPA withdraws water permit fee incentive rule
EPA is withdrawing a rule intended to provide financial incentives for states to use fees when administering a clean water permit program. The agency issued the rule in September 2008. EPA will continue to encourage states to establish and expand their permit fees for their National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) programs. Any funds that would have been used for incentive ...
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