U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Public Listening Sessions on Potential Revisions to Water Quality Standards Regulations

Water quality standards are the foundation of the water quality-based approach to pollution control. Standards are also a fundamental component of watershed management.

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Draft Plan EJ 2014 to integrate environmental justice and promote continuous, meaningful engagement with communities and stakeholders.

Plan EJ 2014 intends to “expand the conversation on environmentalism and work for environmental justice" and help us integrate environmental justice into all of our programs. Tell us your thoughts.

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New proposed rule on electronic reporting for the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program.

Help EPA shape the requirements and guidelines for electronic data reporting. Read the latest discussion, share your opinion.

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EPA Releases Second Round of Independent Testing of Dispersants

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