Sustainable water and wastewater services are critical to providing the American public with clean and safe water and helping ensure the environmental, economic, and social sustainability of the communities utilities serve. Utilities across the country face tremendous challenges, such as aging infrastructure, an aging workforce, increasing mandates, and competing priorities within the communities they serve. The purpose of this document is to assist utility leaders with implementing proven and effective practices over time to improve their operations and move toward sustainability, at a pace...
Sustainable water and wastewater services are critical to providing the American public with clean and safe water and helping ensure the environmental...
You cannot see, smell or taste radon. But it still may be a problem in your home. When you breathe air containing radon, you increase your risk for respiratory issues. Radon has been classified as a known human carcinogen and has been recognized as a significant health problem by groups such as the Centers for Disease Control, the American Lung Association, the American Medical Association, and the American Public Health Association. As such, risks from in-home radon exposure have been a major concern for the EPA. The "Consumer's Guide to Radon Reduction: How to Fix Your Home" Contains...
You cannot see, smell or taste radon. But it still may be a problem in your home. When you breathe air containing radon, you increase your risk for re...
Children are often more vulnerable to pollutants than adults due to differences in behavior and biology, that can lead to greater exposure and/or unique windows of susceptibility during development. Learn more about children's health, the environment, and what you can do. Since its founding in 1970, EPA's mission has been to protect human health and the environment. This report, "Children's Environmental Health: 2008 Highlights," eighth in an annual series from the Office of Children's Health Protection and Environmental Education, highlights the Agency's recent work on protecting the health...
Children are often more vulnerable to pollutants than adults due to differences in behavior and biology, that can lead to greater exposure and/or uniq...
Communities of all sizes and in all climates are using green infrastructure to manage stormwater where it falls using the natural processes associated with soils and vegetation to capture, slow down, and filter runoff, often allowing it to recharge ground water. Green infrastructure manages stormwater to control flooding from small storms and improve water quality and offers a wide range of other environmental, economic, public health, and social benefits. This publication is those who help shape redevelopment projects in downtowns and infill locations where development has already occurred....
Communities of all sizes and in all climates are using green infrastructure to manage stormwater where it falls using the natural processes associated...
Approximately 53 million children and 6 million adults in the U.S. spend a significant portion of their days in more than 120,000 public and private school buildings. Many of these buildings are old, in poor condition, and may contain environmental conditions that pose increased risks to the health of children and staff. Reducing exposures to environmental hazards in schools can help children's health. Healthier school environments enable children to learn and produce more in the classroom which can improve their performance and achievements later in life. This publication is designed to...
Approximately 53 million children and 6 million adults in the U.S. spend a significant portion of their days in more than 120,000 public and private s...
This guide provides information and guidance for homeowners and renters on how to clean up residential mold problems and how to prevent mold growth. Molds can gradually destroy the things they grow on. You can prevent damage to your home and furnishings, save money, and avoid potential health problems by controlling moisture and eliminating mold growth.
This guide provides information and guidance for homeowners and renters on how to clean up residential mold problems and how to prevent mold growth. M...
Data communications for a Water Quality Surveillance and Response System (SRS) is the means of transmitting data between remote monitoring sites and a drinking water utility's control center. Within an SRS, the Enhanced Security Monitoring (ESM), Online Water Quality Monitoring (OWQM), and Automated Metering Infrastructure (AMI) components typically include data generated by SRS equipment located at remote utility locations that is transmitted to the utility control center. When alert conditions are detected, utility personnel are notified via a user interface screen, email, or text message...
Data communications for a Water Quality Surveillance and Response System (SRS) is the means of transmitting data between remote monitoring sites and a...
Across the nation, many states and regions have shown strong leadership in creating and implementing policies, programs, and measures that reduce CO2 emissions from the power sector, while achieving other economic, environmental, and energy benefits. These policies and programs can serve as a strong foundation for states developing strategies to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This publication provides an overview of existing state activities that reduce CO2 emissions from the power sector. Policies and programs range from market-based programs and CO2 emissions performance standards...
Across the nation, many states and regions have shown strong leadership in creating and implementing policies, programs, and measures that reduce CO2 ...
