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- May 24, 2012 - Webinar on How to Negotiate Your Contract with Waste Haulers
- May 30, 2012 - Funding & Financing Local Government Clean Energy Programs, Part II: Getting it Funded: Finding Funding for your Clean Energy Programs
- May 30, 2012 - Today's Energy Supply – Yesterday's Grid
- May 31, 2012 - Webinar on New Energy Use Assessment Tool for Water and Wastewater
- June 6, 2012 - National Science Foundation Offers Up To $12 Million for Arctic Sustainability Grants
- June 13, 2012 - EPA/NIEHS Children's Centers 2012 Webinar Series
- June 13, 2012 - Funding & Financing Local Government Clean Energy Programs, Part III: Keeping it Going: Financing Options for your Clean Energy Programs
- June 14, 2012 - Free Webinar on Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engine Regulations
- June 19, 2012 - NetDMR Training Webinar
- June 20, 2012 -National Science Foundation Offers Up To $12 Million for Arctic Sustainability Grants
- June 20, 2012 - Free Webinar on Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engine Regulations
- June 21, 2012 - NetDMR Training Webinar
- July 11, 2012 - EPA/NIEHS Children's Centers 2012 Webinar Series
- July 25, 2012 - Grid Reliability – Impacts to Tribal Renewable Projects
- August 8, 2012 - EPA/NIEHS Children's Centers 2012 Webinar Series
- September 26, 2012 - DOE Office of Indian Energy's START Program Status Updates
May 31, 2012 - Webinar on New Energy Use Assessment Tool for Water and Wastewater Systems
Providing safe drinking water is energy-intensive and electricity costs represent up to 60 percent of a water system's operating budget. Reducing energy consumption can reduce these costs. EPA has developed a free, downloadable, Excel-based energy use assessment tool to help water systems to analyze baseline energy consumption and cost and highlight areas of inefficiency to identify and prioritize energy improvement projects. A webinar on how to perform an energy use assessment at small- to medium-sized water and wastewater systems will be held Thursday, May 31, 2012 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. ET. Register for this webinar at: https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/334111822.
Download the Energy Use Assessment Tool at: http://water.epa.gov/infrastructure/sustain/energy_use.cfm.
June 14, 2012 - Free Webinar on Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engine Regulations
This webinar summarizes EPA's National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) and New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for stationary reciprocating internal combustion engines (RICE) and changes EPA expects to propose by May 22, 2012, as well as compliance issues in rural Alaska and for sand and gravel mining, oil and gas production, and electric power production. Identical webinars will be presented on June 14 and 20 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. Facilities with stationary emergency engines must track use to avoid exceeding limits on non-emergency use. Some non-emergency stationary engines will be subject to emission limits and stack testing in 2013; initial notifications were due August 2010 for diesel engines and February 2011 for gasoline and gas-fired engines (see http://epa.gov/region1/rice/).
Register for June 14 at https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/759945362 ; or for June 20 at https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/514296986. You can also register for these webinars through EPA's national RICE webpages at http://www.epa.gov/ttn/atw/area/arearules.html and http://www.epa.gov/ttn/atw/rice/ricepg.html.
June 19, 2012 - NetDMR Training Webinar
NetDMR is a national tool to help you electronically file Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) to EPA or a state each month. Once registered in the secure Environmental Information Exchange Network, NetDMR allows NPDES permittees in participating states and tribes to electronically sign and submit their DMRs. NetDMR improves data quality and reduces costs for the regulated community and agencies. EPA will host two webinars on June 19th and June 21st from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM each day, Eastern time, with different NetDMR topics covered on each day. On June 19, 2012, the webinar covers an introduction to NetDMR, how to create an account, and how to manage access, and on June 21st, data entry of DMRs, importing DMRs, and official copy of record. Register at https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/526770873. For additional information on NetDMR, including a map showing where NetDMR is operating or planned, visit http://www.epa.gov/netdmr.
June 20, 2012 - Free Webinar on Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engine Regulations
This webinar summarizes EPA's National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) and New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for stationary reciprocating internal combustion engines (RICE) and changes EPA expects to propose by May 22, 2012, as well as compliance issues in rural Alaska and for sand and gravel mining, oil and gas production, and electric power production. Identical webinars will be presented on June 14 and 20 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. Facilities with stationary emergency engines must track use to avoid exceeding limits on non-emergency use. Some non-emergency stationary engines will be subject to emission limits and stack testing in 2013; initial notifications were due August 2010 for diesel engines and February 2011 for gasoline and gas-fired engines (see http://epa.gov/region1/rice/).
Register for June 14 at https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/759945362 ; or for June 20 at https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/514296986. You can also register for these webinars through EPA's national RICE webpages at http://www.epa.gov/ttn/atw/area/arearules.html and http://www.epa.gov/ttn/atw/rice/ricepg.html.
June 21, 2012 - NetDMR Training Webinar
NetDMR is a national tool to help you electronically file Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) to EPA or a state each month. Once registered in the secure Environmental Information Exchange Network, NetDMR allows NPDES permittees in participating states and tribes to electronically sign and submit their DMRs. NetDMR improves data quality and reduces costs for the regulated community and agencies. EPA will host two webinars on June 19th and June 21st from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM each day, Eastern time, with different NetDMR topics covered on each day. On June 19, 2012, the webinar covers an introduction to NetDMR, how to create an account, and how to manage access, and on June 21st, data entry of DMRs, importing DMRs, and official copy of record. Register at https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/526770873. For additional information on NetDMR, including a map showing where NetDMR is operating or planned, visit http://www.epa.gov/netdmr.
Archived event
- November 1, 2011 - Expanding the School Siting Conversation: A Webinar Series (session run for 1 hour)
- November 10, 2011 - NPDES Pesticides General Permit Requirements and How to Submit an Application Webinar
- October 6, 2011 - Addressing Mold and Moisture in Tribal Schools Webinar
- October 11, 2011 - Watershed-based Plan and the Watershed Approach to Addressing Nonpoint Source Pollution
- October 18, 2011 - Expanding the School Siting Conversation: A Webinar Series (session run for 1 hour)
- October 25, 2011 - Expanding the School Siting Conversation: A Webinar Series (session run for 1 hour)
- February 23, 2011 - Webcast to Assist Applicants with Applications Process for Environmental Community Grants (CARE)
- February 25, 2011 - Webinar on Air Pollution Prevention and Control (CAA 101)
- February 29, 2012 - USFWS/USBIA Webinar on the National Fish, Wildlife and Plants Climate Adaptation Strategy for Tribes
- March 2, 2011 - Webcast to Assist Applicants with Applications Process for Environmental Community Grants (CARE)
- March 9, 2011 - Webinar on Application Process Great Lakes Restoration Projects
- March 9, 2011 - USEPA Tribal Science Priorities Process Webinar 11:00am - 12:30pm EST
- March 10, 2011 - USEPA Tribal Science Priorities Process Webinar 2:00pm - 3:30pm EST
- March 10, 2011 - STORET Webinar
- March 17, 2011 - Webinar on Application Process Great Lakes Restoration Projects
- March 17, 2011 - EPA's Office of Water is Accepting Comments on EPA’s Retrospective Review Plan and Significant Regulations for Potential Review
- March 18, 2011 - EPA Seeks Public Comments to Help Develop Management Practices for Recreational Vessels
- March 21, 2011 - EPA Seeks Public Comments to Help Develop Management Practices for Recreational Vessels
- March 29, 2011 - EPA Seeks Public Comments to Help Develop Management Practices for Recreational Vessels
- March 29, 2011 - EPA's Watershed Academy Sponsors 57th free Webcast Seminar: "Nitrogen and Phosphorus Pollution Series: Nitrate in Ground Water"
- April 6, 2011 - Electronic Waste - EPA Environmental Enforcement Training Opportunities
- April 6, 2011 - EPA Seeks Public Comments to Help Develop Management Practices for Recreational Vessels
- April 14, 2011 - EPA Seeks Public Comments to Help Develop Management Practices for Recreational Vessels
- April 22, 2011 - EPA Seeks Public Comments to Help Develop Management Practices for Recreational Vessels
- April 25, 2011 - EPA Seeks Public Comments to Help Develop Management Practices for Recreational Vessels
- April 27, 2011 - Stormwater – EPA Environmental Enforcement Training Opportunities
- April 29, 2011 - EPA Seeks Public Comments to Help Develop Management Practices for Recreational Vessels
- May 2, 2011 - Webinar for Community Members on EPA's Proposed Mercury and Air Toxics Standards for Power Plants
- May 10, 2011 - Tribal Training Roadmap to Managing Nonpoint Source Pollution: Developing your CWA Section 319 Program Webcast
- May 17, 2011 - Saving Water & Energy - Reducing Greenhouse Gases by Improving Efficiency
- May 24, 2011 - Stormwater Webinar - EPA's Proposed Construction General Permit
- May 25, 2011 - Bedbugs – EPA Environmental Enforcement Training Opportunities
- May 26, 2011 - Tribal Consultation Webcast on Draft Clean Water Protection Guidance "Waters of the United States"
- June 1, 2011 - EPA's Role in Promoting Sustainability - EPA Environmental Enforcement Training Opportunities
- June 1, 2011 - Webinars on Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Strategy Development
- June 2, 2011 - Underground Injection Control Permitting Guidance for Hydraulic Fracturing Activities using Diesel Fuels Webcast
- June 2, 2011 - Webcast: Underground Injection Control Permitting Guidance for Hydraulic Fracturing Activities using Diesel Fuels
- June 15, 2011 - Tribal Consultation Webcast/Teleconference - Draft Clean Water Protection Guidance re: Waters of the United States
- June 15, 2011 - Guidance Development on Permitting the Use of Diesel Fuels in Hydraulic Fracturing
- June 15, 2011 - Webinar Guidance Development on Permitting the Use of Diesel Fuels in Hydraulic Fracturing
- July 14, 2011 - Consultation and Coordination on Office of Environmental Information (OEI) Draft Tribal Strategy
- July 19, 2011 - Webinars on Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Strategy Development
- July 27, 2011 - Consultation and Coordination on Office of Environmental Information (OEI) Draft Tribal Strategy
- August 3, 2011 - Reducing Pollution from Mineral Processing Operations - EPA Environmental Enforcement Training Opportunities
- August 16, 2011 - Webinar - Teleconference: Consultation and Coordination the Guidebook for Building Tribal Environmental Capacity
- August 16, 2011 - Question and Answer Webinars on the Recently Published Definition of Solid Waste (DSW) Proposal
- August 30, 2011 - Webinar - Teleconference: Consultation and Coordination the Guidebook for Building Tribal Environmental Capacity
- August 31, 2011 - Question and Answer Webinars on the Recently Published Definition of Solid Waste (DSW) Proposal
- September 7, 2011 - Nanotechnology – EPA Environmental Enforcement Training Opportunities
- September 20, 2011 - Webinar Recreational Water Quality Criteria 2011 Stakeholder
- September 20, 2011 - Recreational Water Quality Criteria 2011 Stakeholder Webinar
- December 14, 2011 - Wind Powering America Webinar: Wind Power Economics: Past, Present, and Future Trends
- December 21, 2011 - Here's What They're Saying About Mercury and Air Toxics Standards
- December 21, 2011 - Wind Powering America Webinar: Wind and Wildlife Interactions
- January 10, 2012 - DOE Office of Indian Energy Webcast: Overview of Geothermal Energy Development
- January 18, 2012 - School Chemical Clean-Out & PCBs in Ballasts and Caulk in Tribal Schools
- January 23, 2012 - EPA Grants Award Process Webinar
- January 25, 2012 - Asbestos and Lead-Paint, Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule in Tribal Schools
- January 25, 2012 - Overview of the U.S. EPA's Green Power Program
- January 26, 2012 - Toxic Release Inventory Winter Webinar January 26,
2012
- January 31, 2012 - EPA's Proposed NESHAP Rule
- February 1, 2012 - Integrated Pest Management and Green Cleaning in Tribal Schools
- February 8, 2012 - Waste Reduction, Recycling, Composting & Gardening in Tribal Schools
- February 15, 2012 - Indoor Air - Asthma, Tools for Schools, Radon, Mold in Tribal Schools
- February 22, 2012 - Energy Conservation and Water Conservation in Tribal Schools
- February 23, 2012 - EPA Grants Award Process Webinar
- February 29, 2012 - Webinar on EPA's Proposed Rule to Reduce Emissions from Chromium Electroplating and Anodizing Facilities
- April 18, 2012 - Tribal Webcast on Permitting Requirements for Pesticide Discharges to Waters of the United States
- March 21, 2012 - Public Webinar on the New 2012 Construction General Permit
- March 28, 2012 - Understanding the Interconnection and Transmission Service Queues
- May 3, 2012 - EPA is Hosting a Web Conference on the Draft "National Water Program 2012 Strategy: Response to Climate Change
- May 3, 2012 - Up To $20 Million Available From EPA for 2012 Great Lakes Restoration Projects
- May 10, 2012 - Up To $20 Million Available From EPA for 2012 Great Lakes Restoration Projects
- May 10, 2012 - Certification and Training for Restricted Use Pesticides for Tribes in EPA Region 9
- May 15, 2012 - How to Apply for EPA's 2012 ENERGY STAR National Building Competition
- May 16, 2012 - ENERGY STAR and Green Building Rating Systems
- May 16, 2012 - Funding & Financing Local Government Clean Energy Programs, Part I: Getting Started: Answering Big Picture Funding Questions
- May 21 - 22, 2012 - EPA STAR Black Carbon Kick-off Meeting and Webinar
- May 22, 2012 - Webinar: "Restore-Adapt-Mitigate: Responding to Climate Change through Coastal Habitat Restoration"
- May 22, 2012 - EPA Assessment, Revolving Loan Fund, and Cleanup Grant Competition Webinar
- May 23, 2012 - Regulatory Considerations for Developing Distributed Generation Projects
- May 24, 2012 - Webinar on How to Negotiate Your Contract with Waste Haulers
February 23, 2011 - Webcast to Assist Applicants with Applications Process for Environmental Community Grants (CARE)
EPA is making approximately $2 million available in 2011 to reduce pollution at the local level through the Community Action for a Renewed Environment (CARE) program. CARE is a community-based program that works with county and local governments, tribes, non-profit organizations and universities to help the public understand and reduce toxic risks from numerous sources. Since 2005, CARE has reached 78 communities in several states and territories. A recent evaluation by the National Association of Public Administration (NAPA) recognized the CARE program as a solid tested framework for engaging communities and other stakeholders.
EPA will award CARE cooperative agreements in two levels. Level I awards range from $75,000 to $100,000 each and will help establish community-based partnerships to develop local environmental priorities. Level II awards range from $150,000 to $300,000 each and will support communities that have established broad-based partnerships, have identified the priority toxic risks in the community, and are prepared to measure results, implement risk-reduction activities and become self-sustaining.
Please note that due to appropriation law concerns, until Congress provides separate authorization, EPA can only award CARE Level II cooperative agreements to applicants that have already received CARE Level I cooperative agreements.
Applications for the CARE assistance agreements are due by March 22, 2011, 4 p.m. EST. EPA will conduct three Webcasts to answer questions from prospective applicants about the application process on February 8 and 23, and March 2 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
For more information about the CARE assistance agreements visit: http://www.epa.gov/care/
For the 2011 CARE Request for Proposals (RFP) visit:
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=vBDhNvSFC1tJvGM27mnGqt91tD9ZcjJP2TL2C6ZQ6P95LrQWdDHQ!1499805812?oppId=64453&mode=VIEW
News release:
http://yosemite.epa.gov/opa/admpress.nsf/a7b2ee8e45551c138525735900404444/55003c3dbc151cd98525781e0064080f!OpenDocument
February 25, 2011 - Webinar on Air Pollution Prevention and Control (CAA 101)
REGISTER FOR CLEAN AIR ACT 101 WEBINAR TRAINING
WHO: Environmental Justice and Tribal Community Members and Organizations
WHAT: Webinar on Air Pollution Prevention and Control (CAA 101)
WHEN: February 25, 2011, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Eastern Time
On Friday, February 25, EPA will host a webinar on air pollution prevention and control. The webinar is designed for community members who would like a better understanding of the Clean Air Act and the roles of state, local, and tribal agencies and EPA in air quality management. Clean Air Act 101 will cover topics such as:
- How agencies plan and manage air pollution
- How commonly found pollutants are regulated
- How toxic air pollutants are regulated
- Opportunities for public involvement
Please join the CAA 101 webinar by registering in advance (at least 24 hours prior), using the following link: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/824036753. For questions, please contact Regina Chappell at chappell.regina@epa.gov, or (919) 541-3650.
March 2, 2011 - Webcast to Assist Applicants with Applications Process for Environmental Community Grants (CARE)
EPA is making approximately $2 million available in 2011 to reduce pollution at the local level through the Community Action for a Renewed Environment (CARE) program. CARE is a community-based program that works with county and local governments, tribes, non-profit organizations and universities to help the public understand and reduce toxic risks from numerous sources. Since 2005, CARE has reached 78 communities in several states and territories. A recent evaluation by the National Association of Public Administration (NAPA) recognized the CARE program as a solid tested framework for engaging communities and other stakeholders.
EPA will award CARE cooperative agreements in two levels. Level I awards range from $75,000 to $100,000 each and will help establish community-based partnerships to develop local environmental priorities. Level II awards range from $150,000 to $300,000 each and will support communities that have established broad-based partnerships, have identified the priority toxic risks in the community, and are prepared to measure results, implement risk-reduction activities and become self-sustaining.
Please note that due to appropriation law concerns, until Congress provides separate authorization, EPA can only award CARE Level II cooperative agreements to applicants that have already received CARE Level I cooperative agreements.
Applications for the CARE assistance agreements are due by March 22, 2011, 4 p.m. EST. EPA will conduct three Webcasts to answer questions from prospective applicants about the application process on February 8 and 23, and March 2 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
For more information about the CARE assistance agreements visit: http://www.epa.gov/care/
For the 2011 CARE Request for Proposals (RFP) visit:
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=vBDhNvSFC1tJvGM27mnGqt91tD9ZcjJP2TL2C6ZQ6P95LrQWdDHQ!1499805812?oppId=64453&mode=VIEW
News release:
http://yosemite.epa.gov/opa/admpress.nsf/a7b2ee8e45551c138525735900404444/55003c3dbc151cd98525781e0064080f!OpenDocument
March 9, 2011 - USEPA Tribal Science Priorities Process Webinar 11:00am - 12:30pm EST
Wednesday, March 9, 2011, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. EST
Webinar Link: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/177951251
Call in number 866-299-3188/Conference ID# 2025648322#
- Webinar Announcement (PDF) (1 pg, 1Mb, About PDF)
For more information on the National EPA-Tribal Science Council, please visit the Science in Indian Country web site found at: http://www.epa.gov/osp/tribes/tribes.htm.
March 10, 2011 - USEPA Tribal Science Priorities Process Webinar 2:00pm - 3:30pm EST
Thursday, March 10, 2011, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. EST
Webinar Link: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/383246682
Call in number 866-299-3188/Conference ID# 2025648322#
- Webinar Announcement (PDF) (1 pg, 1Mb, About PDF)
For more information on the National EPA-Tribal Science Council, please visit the Science in Indian Country web site found at: http://www.epa.gov/osp/tribes/tribes.htm.
March 10, 2011 - USEPA Tribal Science Priorities Process Webinar 2:00pm - 3:30pm EST
This is an announcement for a webinar that the STORET team will be holding on March 10th. This webinar is for tribal organizations ONLY.
If you are not a part of a tribal organization, and are interested in this type of training or webinar, please contact the STORET Helpdesk, or your regional STORET or monitoring contacts.
We apologize for the late notice, however, we will be recording this webinar, so tribes that are not able to attend will be able to view the webinar at a later time.
Please see the following URL for webinar logistics -- you must cut and paste this link into your browser. All EPA regions have also been notified of this webinar.
http://www.epa.gov/storet/download/Agenda_March_10_2011_WQXWeb_Webinar.pdf
March 17, 2011: EPA's Office of Water is Accepting Comments on EPA's Retrospective Review Plan and Significant Regulations for Potential Review
President Obama recently issued Executive Order 13563, requiring each agency to develop a plan to periodically conduct a retrospective review of its regulations, and determine if they are ineffective, insufficient, or overly burdensome, and then revise or repeal as warranted. In response, EPA is developing a review plan and a list of candidate regulations for potential review, and we would like to solicit your feedback on both. In order to do so, the Office of Water is participating in two listening sessions to be held on March 14th and March 17th, 2011.
EPA will hold an Agency-wide Public Meeting on Monday March 14, 2011 from 9:30 a.m. until 4:45 p.m. to solicit feedback on the Agency's draft review plan and all EPA regulations. The Office of Water will be hosting two water-specific listening sessions in the afternoon. This public meeting will be held at the Hilton Arlington, 950 N. Stafford Street, Arlington, VA 22203. Additional information is available at: http://www.epa.gov/improvingregulations/ Registration information for the March 14th Public Meeting is available here: http://improvingregulations.eventbrite.com/
The Office of Water will also solicit input from the public and hold a webinar listening session on water-specific significant regulations on March 17th, from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m., EST. Additional information, including information on registering for this webinar, can be obtained by going to EPA's website http://www.epa.gov/improvingregulations/, or contact Keith Bartlett at Bartlett.Keith@epa.gov.
March 18, 2011 - EPA Seeks Public Comments to Help Develop Management Practices for Recreational Vessels
http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/lawsguidance/cwa/vessel/CBA/about.cfm
March 21, 2011 - EPA Seeks Public Comments to Help Develop Management Practices for Recreational Vessels
http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/lawsguidance/cwa/vessel/CBA/about.cfm
March 29, 2011 - EPA Seeks Public Comments to Help Develop Management Practices for Recreational Vessels
http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/lawsguidance/cwa/vessel/CBA/about.cfm
March 29, 2011 - EPA's Watershed Academy Sponsors 57th free Webcast Seminar: "Nitrogen and Phosphorus Pollution Series: Nitrate in Ground Water"
Join the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for a webcast titled "Nitrogen and Phosphorus Pollution Series: Nitrate in Ground Water" on Tuesday March 29, 2011 at 1:00-3:00 pm (EST). This webcast will highlight an emerging issue of increased nitrate loading to ground water, a growing national concern. According to EPA's most recent data, public water systems using ground water as a drinking source serve over 300 million people nationwide. The total number of people drinking ground water increases when factoring in households supplied by private drinking water wells. Ground water can become contaminated by nutrients (nitrogen and phosphorous) leaching from the land surface into the ground water supply.
In a September 2010 report, "Nutrients in the Nation's Streams and Groundwater," the U.S. Geological Survey monitored and documented nitrate levels above 10 mg/L, which is the Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) set by the National Primary Drinking Water Regulations through the Safe Drinking Water Act, in over 20 percent of shallow household wells in agricultural areas. Additionally, from 1998 to 2008, the number of nitrate violations recorded at public water systems around the country has nearly doubled. Surface sources of drinking water are also at risk. For example, stormwater runoff can carry nutrients directly to rivers, lakes and reservoirs – some of which are used as drinking water supplies. Capital costs to remove nitrates from public water systems or to provide alternative water supplies for individual households can be very high, with some communities spending millions of dollars.
The webcast will provide a national overview of the nitrate in ground water issue and highlight a case study in Oregon's Southern Willamette Valley. This webcast is a second in a series of Watershed Academy Webcasts on the impacts of nutrients on water resources.
Participants are encouraged to download the presentation, which will be posted prior to the webcast. For more information on the webcast, including the presentation, information on speakers, and to register, visit www.epa.gov/watershedwebcasts. More information on nitrates in drinking water can be found at http://water.epa.gov/drink/contaminants/basicinformation/nitrate.cfm.
April 6, 2011 - Electronic Waste - EPA Environmental Enforcement Training Opportunities
What happens to the enormous amount of used electronic products and when do these products become a waste? Find out about the Agency's strategy for dealing with this emerging issue. Join Ann Stephanos of the Waste and Chemical Enforcement Branch, Waste and Chemical Enforcement Division, Office of Civil Enforcement for an informative presentation
Wed, Apr 6, 2011 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM EDT
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/935411232
April 6, 2011 - EPA Seeks Public Comments to Help Develop Management Practices for Recreational Vessels
http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/lawsguidance/cwa/vessel/CBA/about.cfm
April 14, 2011 - EPA Seeks Public Comments to Help Develop Management Practices for Recreational Vessels
http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/lawsguidance/cwa/vessel/CBA/about.cfm
April 22, 2011 - EPA Seeks Public Comments to Help Develop Management Practices for Recreational Vessels
http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/lawsguidance/cwa/vessel/CBA/about.cfm
April 25, 2011 - EPA Seeks Public Comments to Help Develop Management Practices for Recreational Vessels
http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/lawsguidance/cwa/vessel/CBA/about.cfm
April 27, 2011 - Stormwater – EPA Environmental Enforcement Training Opportunities
It is an Agency Initiative to prevent animal waste and raw sewage from contaminating our Nation’s waters. Join Mark Pollins of the Office of Civil Enforcement, and other members of the Stormwater Team, for a lively discussion of this important Initiative.
Wed, Apr 27, 2011 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM EDT
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/672037440
April 29, 2011 - EPA Seeks Public Comments to Help Develop Management Practices for Recreational Vessels
http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/lawsguidance/cwa/vessel/CBA/about.cfm
May 2, 2011 - Webinar for Community Members on EPA's Proposed Mercury and Air Toxics Standards for Power Plants
WHO: Environmental Justice and Tribal Community Members and Organizations
WHAT: Webinar on EPA’s Proposed Mercury and Air Toxics Standards for Power Plants
WHEN: Monday, May 2, 2011, 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm Eastern Time
EPA is hosting a webinar to assist environmental justice and tribal community members in understanding EPA’s proposed Mercury and Air Toxics Standards for power plants.
On March 16, 2011, EPA issued the proposed Mercury and Air Toxics Standards, which would reduce emissions of toxic air pollutants from new and existing coal- and oil-fired electric utility steam generating units. This rule would reduce emissions of heavy metals (including mercury, arsenic, chromium, and nickel) and acid gases (including hydrogen chloride and hydrogen fluoride). At the same time, EPA also proposed to revise the new source performance standards (NSPS) for electric utility steam generating units. The proposed NSPS would set new standards for particulate matter, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen oxides.
The May 2 webinar will provide an overview of the health impacts and benefits of the proposed Mercury and Air Toxics Standards, the proposed requirements, and procedures for public comment and public hearings.
To learn more about the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards for power plants, please register in advance (at least 24 hours prior) using the following link: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/213080217.
For questions, please contact Regina Chappell at chappell.regina@epa.gov, or (919) 541-3650.
May 3, 2012 - EPA is Hosting a Web Conference on the Draft "National Water Program 2012 Strategy: Response to Climate Change
EPA is Hosting a Web Conference on the Draft "National Water Program 2012 Strategy: Response to Climate Change on May 3, 2012
EPA released the Draft "National Water Program 2012 Strategy: Response to Climate Change" on April 2, 2012 for a 45 - day public comment period. As part of ongoing efforts to continue the public outreach process, EPA is hosting a web-based conference on May 3, 2012, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. EDT. This web conference will provide an opportunity to pose clarifying questions to EPA on aspects of the draft 2012 Strategy document prior to the end of the public comment period on May 17, 2012. For more information on the draft "National Water Program 2012 Strategy: Response to Climate Change" and how to participate in the web conference, visit http://water.epa.gov/scitech/climatechange/2012-National-Water-Program-Strategy.cfm.
The draft strategy focuses on five key areas: water infrastructure, watersheds and wetlands, coastal and ocean waters, water quality, and working with Tribes.
To read or submit a comment on the draft "National Water Program 2012 Strategy: Response to Climate Change," visit: http://epa.gov/water/climatechange.
May 10, 2011 - Tribal Training Roadmap to Managing Nonpoint Source Pollution: Developing your CWA Section 319 Program Webcast
Registration is now open for EPA’s upcoming webcast, "Roadmap to Managing Nonpoint Source Pollution: Developing your CWA Section 319 Program," on May 10, 1-3pm Eastern time.
Registration URL:
http://mp118885.cdn.mediaplatform.com/118885/ml/mp/4000/5345/5417/6778/Lobby/default.htm
This webcast will cover basic need-to-know information for developing a tribal Clean Water Section 319 program. This training will cover basics of the CWA Section 319 program, acquiring Treatment in a Manner Similar to a State (TAS), and basics of creating assessment reports and management plans. The tribal case study will feature a tribe who has recently completed the CWA Section 319 application process and successfully received funding. Management measures (MM) and Best Management Practices (BMPs) for water quality will also be discussed.
May 17, 2011 - Saving Water & Energy - Reducing Greenhouse Gases by Improving Efficiency
EPA's Watershed Academy is pleased to sponsor its 58th free Webcast Seminar. Webcast on Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Please register at: www.epa.gov/watershedwebcasts
2 hour audio Webcast at:
Eastern: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Central: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Mountain: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Pacific: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.
"Saving Water & Energy - Reducing Greenhouse Gases by Improving Efficiency" - by Veronica Blette, Chief, WaterSense Branch, US EPA Office of Wastewater Management, Jason Turgeon, Environmental Protection Specialist, Energy and Climate Unit, US EPA Region 1, and Wendy Wilson, Director, Water & Energy Programs for River Network.
Join us for a webcast on "Saving Water & Energy – Reducing Greenhouse Gases by Improving Efficiency." The U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) has developed several programs in the water sector to help you and your
communities make small changes that can lead to big reductions in greenhouse gases. Listen into this webcast to learn
how US EPA’s WaterSense program can help you find and select water-efficient products that can help your wallet and the
environment. The webcast will also highlight actions that water and wastewater utilities can take to save water and
energy. Finally, the webcast will include information about how grassroots organizations are getting involved to reduce
greenhouse gas emissions in their communities.
The presentation will be posted in advance at www.epa.gov/watershedwebcasts. Participants are encouraged to download
the presentation prior to the webcast. Also, Webcast participants are eligible to receive a certificate for their
attendance.
2 hour audio Webcast at:
Eastern: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Central: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Mountain: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Pacific: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.
May 24, 2011 - Stormwater Webinar - EPA's Proposed Construction General Permit
On April 25, 2011, EPA released the proposed Construction General Permit (CGP) regulating the discharge of stormwater from large and small construction activities. The CGP includes new requirements that implement the technology-based Effluent Limitation Guidelines and New Source Performance Standards, which were issued by EPA for the construction and development industry on December 1, 2009. The CGP also includes new water quality-based requirements for construction sites discharging stormwater to waters requiring additional pollutant control.
- Proposed CGP Webcast Flyer (PDF) (1 pg, 1Mb, About PDF)
May 25, 2011 - Bedbugs – EPA Environmental Enforcement Training Opportunities
Technical and legal overview of the resurgence of Bedbugs in the United States, and EPA's role presented by Marcia Anderson, Environmental Specialist & Pesticides Inspector, PTSB, and Bruce Aber, Assistant Regional Counsel (ORC), USEPA, Region 2
Wed, May 25, 2011 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM EDT
Contact: Helene Ambrosino at 202- 564-2627 or ambrosino.helene@epa.gov for registration information.
May 26,2011 - Tribal Consultation Webcast on Draft Clean Water Protection Guidance "Waters of the United States"
Please join us for a one-hour Webinar on May 26. You must register in advance to attend this webcast.
This webinar will provide background and details regarding EPA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineer's Draft Clean Water Protection Guidance. There will be time for questions. The target audience for this webinar is tribal leaders or their designees, and interested tribal representatives.
Space is limited.
Reserve your Webinar seat now at:
https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/981245211
Title: Webinar: Tribal Consultation on Draft Clean Water Protection Guidance - Damaris Christensen
Date: Thursday, May 26, 2011
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar.
- System Requirements:
PC-based attendees
Required: Windows® 7, Vista, XP or 2003 Server
Macintosh®-based attendees
Required: Mac OS® X 10.4.11 (Tiger®) or newer
Please note that notice of this webinar as part of a consultation notification letter was also hard-copied mailed to all federally-recognized tribal leaders this week.
For more information, please contact Damaris Christensen at christensen.damaris@epa.gov.
June 1, 2011 - EPA's Role in Promoting Sustainability - EPA Environmental Enforcement Training Opportunities
Join Phil Page of the Policy and Program Evaluation Division, Office of Site Remediation Enforcement for a look at what the Agency can do in the fight for sustainability.
Wed, Jun 1, 2011 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM EDT
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/888599648
June 1, 2011 - Webinars on Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Strategy Development
Participate in one EPA’s webinars for tribes to learn more about and discuss the Strategy and its development.
- June 1, 2011 Webinar Presentations (PDF) (21 pp, 1.4Mb, About PDF)
- June 1, 2011 Questions and Answers (PDF) (2 pp, 264K, About PDF)
June 1, 2-4 pm Eastern Daylight Time
Reserve your Webinar seat now at:
https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/415291538
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar.
System Requirements:
PC-based attendees
Required: Windows® 7, Vista, XP or 2003 Server
Macintosh®-based attendees
Required: Mac OS® X 10.4.11 (Tiger®) or newer
June 2, 2011 - Underground Injection Control Permitting Guidance for Hydraulic Fracturing Activities using Diesel Fuels Webcast
EPA is developing permitting guidance under the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) for Underground Injection Control (UIC) Class II wells for hydraulic fracturing activities that use diesel fuels in fracturing fluids. The Agency is holding technical webinars with specific audiences to gain information that will be used to help inform this guidance. This webinar is intended for tribal representatives to discuss the guidance and provide an opportunity for input. Space is limited. Please register at the following link: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/436162619 . For more information, please contact Sherri Comerford, at comerford.sherri@epa.gov.
Agenda:
2:00-2:40 – Underground Injection Control 101 and background on permitting guidance
2:40-4:00 – Participants provide input on key questions
EPA will be updating the EPA Tribal Portal with this information.
June 2, 2011 - Webcast: Underground Injection Control Permitting Guidance for Hydraulic Fracturing Activities using Diesel Fuels
EPA is developing permitting guidance under the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) for Underground Injection Control (UIC) Class II wells for hydraulic fracturing activities that use diesel fuels in fracturing fluids. The Agency is holding technical webinars with specific audiences to gain information that will be used to help inform this guidance. This webinar is intended for tribal representatives to discuss the guidance and provide an opportunity for input.
Space is limited.
Please register at the following link: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/436162619. For more information, please contact Sherri Comerford, at comerford.sherri@epa.gov.
Agenda:
2:00 - 2:40 – Underground Injection Control 101 and background on permitting guidance
2:40 - 4:00 – Participants provide input on key questions
System requirements are as follows:
System Requirements
PC-based attendees
Required: Windows® 7, Vista, XP or 2003 ServerMacintosh®-based attendees
Required: Mac OS® X 10.4.11 (Tiger®) or newer
June 15, 2011 - Tribal Consultation Webcast/Teleconference - Draft Clean Water Protection Guidance re: Waters of the United States
Office of Water's acting Assistant Administrator will conduct the call. This call is in follow-up to the May 26, 2011, webinar that discussed the draft guidance in detail. For more information on the draft guidance, please visit http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/guidance/wetlands/CWAwaters.cfm
All interested tribal representatives and consultation officials are welcome to participate on the call.
Teleconference time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
Teleconference call-in number: 1-866-299-3188
Conference code: 202 564 5066#
Protecting Waters of the United States (PDF) (13 pp, 568K, About PDF)
For more information, please contact Damaris Christensen (christensen.damaris@epa.gov) or Felicia Wright (wright.felicia@epa.gov).
June 15, 2011 - Guidance Development on Permitting the Use of Diesel Fuels in Hydraulic Fracturing
EPA is hosting a public informational webinar on June 15, 2011, from 2:00 - 5:00 pm Eastern Daylight Time to discuss and to solicit input on a guidance the Agency is developing to assist the Underground Injection Control Program in issuing permits for the use of diesel fuels in oil and gas hydraulic fracturing. The webinar is open to the public, and all interested stakeholders are invited to attend. Stakeholders interested in attending the webinar are invited to pre-register at this website, https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/854776506, at least three (3) days in advance. Pre-registering for the meeting will allow EPA to improve meeting planning.
The webinar will begin with a presentation by the EPA Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water on the Underground Injection Control program and possible approaches the Agency may recommend in a guidance for permitting the use of diesel fuels in hydraulic fracturing activities related to oil and natural gas extraction. EPA will answer questions and take comments submitted by webinar attendees for the remainder of the webinar.
Persons who are successfully registered for the webinar via the website, https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/854776506, may (1) submit questions and comments to EPA during the online registration process and during the webinar, or (2) submit written comments to hydraulic.fracturing@epa.gov by June 29, 2011. Due to time limits, EPA may not be able to answer every question submitted during the registration process and during the webinar. Persons wishing to contribute written comments to EPA regarding the development of permitting guidance for oil and gas hydraulic fracturing activities using diesel fuels may also send written comments to hydraulic.fracturing@epa.gov with the words "Diesel Fuels Guidance Comments" in the subject line by June 29, 2011. EPA will not provide individual responses to written comments received by email.
For more information and registration link, please see http://www.epa.gov/hydraulicfracturing.
June 15, 2011 - Webinar Guidance Development on Permitting the Use of Diesel Fuels in Hydraulic Fracturing
If you are interested in this effort by EPA , and missed the tribes-only webinar on this topic on June 2nd, here is another opportunity to learn about and comment on the effort. EPA is hosting a public informational webinar on June 15, 2011, from 2:00 - 5:00 pm Eastern Daylight Time, to discuss and to solicit input on a guidance the Agency is developing to assist the Underground Injection Control Program in issuing permits for the use of diesel fuels in oil and gas hydraulic fracturing. The webinar is open to the public, and all interested stakeholders are invited to attend. Stakeholders interested in attending the webinar are invited to pre-register at this website, https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/854776506 , at least three (3) days in advance. Pre-registering for the meeting will allow EPA to improve meeting planning.
The webinar will begin with a presentation by the EPA Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water on the Underground Injection Control program and possible approaches the Agency may recommend in a guidance for permitting the use of diesel fuels in hydraulic fracturing activities related to oil and natural gas extraction. EPA will answer questions and take comments submitted by webinar attendees for the remainder of the webinar.
Persons who are successfully registered for the webinar via the website, https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/854776506 , may (1) submit questions and comments to EPA during the online registration process and during the webinar, or (2) submit written comments to hydraulic.fracturing@epa.gov by June 29, 2011. Due to time limits, EPA may not be able to answer every question submitted during the registration process and during the webinar. Persons wishing to contribute written comments to EPA regarding the development of permitting guidance for oil and gas hydraulic fracturing activities using diesel fuels may also send written comments to hydraulic.fracturing@epa.gov with the words "Diesel Fuels Guidance Comments" in the subject line by June 29, 2011. EPA will not provide individual responses to written comments received by email.
For more information and registration link, please see http://www.epa.gov/hydraulicfracturing.
July 14, 2011 and July 27, 2011 - Consultation and Coordination on Office of Environmental Information (OEI) Draft Tribal Strategy
Comment period now open through August 3, 2011 on OEI's draft Tribal Strategy: Partnership to Improve Environmental Information and Decision-Making in Indian Country and Alaska Native Villages. The purpose of OEI’s Tribal Strategy is to maximize the quality and utility of information and analytical tools available for making well-informed decisions in Indian country and other tribal lands. OEI has mailed letters to tribal leaders informing them of this opportunity for review and comment on the Strategy and also to initiate consultation with interested tribes to obtain their feedback on this effort. Two webinars will be held this summer (July 14th (1 - 2:30 PM ET) and July 27th (2 - 3:30 PM ET) as part of the consultation process to obtain input from tribes. More details are included in the links below.
Click on the links below to access the documents associated with the draft Tribal Strategy:
- Tribal Consultation and Coordination Letter (PDF) (2 pp, 292K, About PDF)
- Tribal Consultation and Coordination Process and Timeline (PDF) (2 pp, 228K, About PDF)
- OEI's Draft Tribal Strategy (PDF) (18 pp, 1.1Mb, About PDF)
July 19, 2011 - Webinars on Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Strategy Development
July 19, 2-4 pm Eastern Daylight Time
Reserve your Webinar seat now at:
https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/915892355
Participate in one EPA’s webinars for tribes to learn more about and discuss the Strategy and its development.
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar.
System Requirements
PC-based attendees
Required: Windows® 7, Vista, XP or 2003 Server
Macintosh®-based attendees
Required: Mac OS® X 10.4.11 (Tiger®) or newer
August 3, 2011 - Reducing Pollution from Mineral Processing Operations - EPA Environmental Enforcement Training Opportunities
Reducing Pollution from Mineral Processing Operations, is part of OECA’s 2011-2013 National Enforcement Initiative. Join Van Housman of the Waste and Chemical Enforcement Division, Office of Civil Enforcement for a look at mineral processing and what the Agency is doing to reduce the resulting pollution.
Wed, Aug 3, 2011 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM EDT
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/638623032
August 16, 2011 - Webinar - Teleconference: Consultation and Coordination the Guidebook for Building Tribal Environmental Capacity
EPA's Office of International & Tribal Affairs is preparing to initiate consultation and coordination with federally-recognized tribes on a proposed, "Guidebook for Building Tribal Environmental Capacity" (Guidebook). The proposed Guidebook will impact EPA's management of Indian General Assistance Program (GAP) grant resources. This memo provides background information on this important initiative, presents our schedule for producing the Guidebook, and provides points-of-contact for you and your representatives to contact with questions and comments. EPA's timeline for the consultation and coordination period is Monday August 1 – Friday September 30, 2011.
This consultation and coordination process will be conducted in accordance with the EPA Policy on Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribes.
All tribes are encouraged to participate. EPA is seeking comments from tribes as part of the consultation process until September 30, 2011. Tribes may submit comments to jones.luke@epa.gov or submit comments on-line at http://www.epa.gov/tribal/consultation/comments.htm.
Teleconference information:
Date: August 16 and August 30, 2011
Time: 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. (EDT)
Call-in Number: 866-299-3188
Conference code: 202 564 4013
Webinar Registration:
Tue, Aug 16, 2011 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM EDT
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/762615136
Tue, Aug 30, 2011 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM EDT
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/132201816
Click on the links below to access documents:
- Letter to Tribal Leader (PDF) (3 pp, 37K, About PDF)
August 16, 2011 - Question and Answer Webinars on the Recently Published Definition of Solid Waste (DSW) Proposal
http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/hazard/dsw/rulemaking.htm
August 30, 2011 - Webinar - Teleconference: Consultation and Coordination the Guidebook for Building Tribal Environmental Capacity
EPA's Office of International & Tribal Affairs is preparing to initiate consultation and coordination with federally-recognized tribes on a proposed, "Guidebook for Building Tribal Environmental Capacity" (Guidebook). The proposed Guidebook will impact EPA's management of Indian General Assistance Program (GAP) grant resources. This memo provides background information on this important initiative, presents our schedule for producing the Guidebook, and provides points-of-contact for you and your representatives to contact with questions and comments. EPA's timeline for the consultation and coordination period is Monday August 1 – Friday September 30, 2011.
This consultation and coordination process will be conducted in accordance with the EPA Policy on Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribes.
All tribes are encouraged to participate. EPA is seeking comments from tribes as part of the consultation process until September 30, 2011. Tribes may submit comments to jones.luke@epa.gov or submit comments on-line at http://www.epa.gov/tribal/consultation/comments.htm.
Teleconference information:
Date: August 16 and August 30, 2011
Time: 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. (EDT)
Call-in Number: 866-299-3188
Conference code: 202 564 4013
Webinar Registration:
Tue, Aug 16, 2011 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM EDT
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/762615136
Tue, Aug 30, 2011 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM EDT
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/132201816
Click on the links below to access documents:
- Letter to Tribal Leader (PDF) (3 pp, 37K, About PDF)
September 7, 2011 - Nanotechnology – EPA Environmental Enforcement Training Opportunities
Thousands of products use nano-materials in fabrics, cosmetics and sporting goods. How is the Agency dealing with these materials? Join Michael Bellot, Chief of the Chemical Risk and Reporting Enforcement Branch, Waste and Chemical Enforcement Division, Office of Civil Enforcement for an introduction to the "nano-revolution!"
Wed, Sep 7, 2011 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM EDT
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/403988768
September 20, 2011 - Recreational Water Quality Criteria 2011 Stakeholder Webinar
EPA is conducting a webinar on selected presentations from the 2011 Stakeholder Meeting on EPA’s Development of New or Revised Water Quality Criteria. The webinar will be held on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 from 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm EDT. The purpose of the webinar is to obtain input from interested stakeholders who were unable to attend the face-to-face meeting in New Orleans in June 2011. EPA is specifically inviting tribes to participate in this broader outreach webinar. This may be of special interest to tribes who have been authorized to administer their water quality standards program. Participants will have an opportunity to provide feedback to EPA on the general direction and EPA’s evaluation and current thinking for the new or revised recreational water quality criteria.
For more information and to register for the webinar, go to the Stakeholder Engagement tab at http://water.epa.gov/scitech/swguidance/standards/criteria/health/recreation/index.cfm.
DRAFT AGENDA
1:00-1:10 Participant Log on and Welcome
1:10-1:20 General Direction of the New Criteria
1:20-1:50 Epidemiological Studies – Status of EPA’s Evaluation and Current Thinking for New Criteria
1:50-2:20 Q&A
2:20-2:40 Analytical Methods – Status of EPA’s Evaluation and Current Thinking for New Criteria
2:40-3:10 Q&A
3:10-3:25 Site Specific Criteria –Status of EPA’s Evaluation and Current Thinking for New Criteria
3:25-3:45 Q&A
3:45-4:05 Expression of the Criteria – EPA’s Current Thinking for New Criteria
4:05 -4:25 Q&A
4:25-4:30 Wrap Up
The final agenda and presentations from the 2011 Stakeholder Meeting are available at http://water.epa.gov/scitech/swguidance/standards/criteria/health/recreation/index.cfm. While the focus of the presentations for the webinar is on EPA’s Evaluation and Current Thinking, EPA will also be taking input on the research conducted to support the development of the criteria. The principal investigators for key research areas (i.e., epidemiological studies, analytical methods, and modeling) will be available to answer questions.
Recently Released Documents
The meeting summary for the 2011 Stakeholder Meeting has been posted in the Stakeholder Engagement tab at http://water.epa.gov/scitech/swguidance/standards/criteria/health/recreation/index.cfm.
For further information, email: rec_criteria@epa.gov.
February 29, 2012 - USFWS/USBIA Webinar on the National Fish, Wildlife and Plants Climate Adaptation Strategy for Tribes
Webinar - Wednesday, February 29, 2012
1:00 - 3:00 pm EST
The draft Strategy is available for public review and comment through March 5, 2012, at the web site http://www.wildlifeadaptationstrategy.gov
If questions contact Devon Ryan dryan@fishwildlife.org or Christina Stringer Christina.Stringer@bia.gov
February 29, 2012 - Webinar on EPA's Proposed Rule to Reduce Emissions from Chromium Electroplating and Anodizing Facilities
Webinar on U.S. EPA's Proposed Rule to Reduce Emissions from Chromium Electroplating and Anodizing Facilities February 29, 2012 at 2:30 p.m. ET
EPA invites tribal and environmental justice advocates and others to participate in a webinar on EPA's proposed amendments to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Hard and Decorative Chromium Electroplating and Chromium Anodizing Tanks, which will take place on February 29, 2012 at 2:30 p.m. ET.
The purpose of the webinar is to provide information to participants about selected aspects of the proposed rulemaking, which will reduce emissions of hazardous air pollutants from chromium electroplating and anodizing facilities. Please note this will not be an opportunity to provide EPA with comments on the rule itself, but instead provides community and tribal audiences with an opportunity to better understand the proposed rule so they can submit more detailed comments for the official record.
Intended Audience: Environmental justice and tribal community members or organizations, though others are welcome to participate.
When: Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Time: 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. ET
Registration: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/994462808
Conference Line: 1-866-299-3188; code: 919-541-5624 (limited to 125 participants, with community and tribal organizations having priority)
March 21, 2012 - Public Webinar on the New 2012 Construction General Permit
There is a limit to the number of participants (1,000), so registration is open on a first-come, first served basis.
You can register for the webinar at: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/926808824
More information about these webinars is available on the NPDES training website at www.epa.gov/npdes/training.
March 28, 2012 - Understanding the Interconnection and Transmission Service Queues
Who Should Attend: Tribes interested in responding to utility-offered and/or interested in learning more about the competitive power market, utility staff, and other stakeholders.
Sponsors: WAPA, DOE -- Office of Indian Energy Policy and Programs, DOE - Tribal Energy Program, and EPA - Green Power Partnership Program.
Registration: There is no charge to participate in the webinars. However, you must register to join them. To register, go to www.repartners.org and click on the Tribal Webinar Series icon.
Topics and Dates: Each of the webinars listed below will be presented from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Mountain Time
April 18, 2012 - Tribal Webcast on Permitting Requirements for Pesticide Discharges to Waters of the United States
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is hosting a webcast on April 18, 2012 for Tribal audiences to discuss the implications of a recent court decision on Clean Water Act (CWA) permitting requirements for pesticide discharges to waters of the United States. The EPA is the agency responsible for issuing these permits for discharges on all Indian Country lands in the U.S. except for those lands located within the State of Maine.
On October 31, 2011, EPA issued a final CWA National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Pesticide General Permit (PGP) for point source discharges from the application of pesticides to waters of the United States. This action was in response to a 2009 decision by the U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals that found point source discharges of biological pesticides, and chemical pesticides that leave a residue, into waters of the U.S. require an NPDES permit under the Clean Water Act. The court's decision took effect (i.e., NPDES permits are required for such discharges) as of October 31, 2011.
Webcast Date and Time: Thursday, April 18, 2012, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Eastern.
Registration: This webcast is free of charge but all participants must register in advance; please click here to register: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/797450736
Webcast contact: Contact Prasad Chumble at chumble.prasad@epa.gov by April 11, 2012 if captioning accommodations are needed for this webcast, or if you have limited access or no internet connectivity.
Please contact EPA at pgp@epa.gov with general questions about the Pesticides General Permit (PGP).
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webcast via a unique login link. You may also be prompted to download GoToWebinar if you have not used the viewing software on your computer before. Please check with your system administrator to ensure your computer is not blocked from doing so.
System Requirements: ***Important – Please check in advance to avoid technical difficulties.***
- PC-based attendees
- Required: Windows® 7, Vista, XP or 2003 Server
- Macintosh®-based attendees
- Required: Mac OS® X 10.5 or newer
- Audio may be heard through computer speakers or telephone. Microphones will not be needed, as attendee participation will be limited to electronic (typed) question submissions.
EPA will record and post an archived version of this presentation on the NPDES Training & Meetings website (http://cfpub.epa.gov/npdes/outreach.cfm?program_id=0&otype=1#pgp) shortly after the webcast.
Background Information to Prepare for the Webcast
EPA recently hosted webcasts on (1) a general overview of NPDES permitting of pesticide discharges and (2) Notice of Intent requirements for obtaining permit coverage under the PGP. If you have not viewed these prior webcasts, EPA recommends you view the archived versions of these webcasts,that are available at: http://cfpub.epa.gov/npdes/outreach.cfm?program_id=0&otype=1#pgp
EPA developed an interactive web tool to help potential permittees determine whether they need an NPDES permit for their pesticide applications, and, if so, their eligibility for and requirements under the PGP. That tool is available at: http://cfpub.epa.gov/npdes/pesticides/prtool.cfm
Additional information, including several targeted fact sheets providing background information on the PGP, are available on the PGP website at: www.epa.gov/npdes/pesticides.
May 10, 2012 - Certification and Training for Restricted Use Pesticides for Tribes in EPA Region 9
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am DST
Dial In: 866-299-3188
Conference Code: 6185158
http://www.epa.gov/oppfead1/safety/applicators/applicators.htm
Katy Wilcoxen, 415-947-4205 or wilcoxen.katy@epa.gov
May 21 - 22, 2012 - EPA STAR Black Carbon Kick-off Meeting and Webinar
To attend via webinar, visit:
https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/261054870
For more information about the meeting/webinar see:
http://www.epa.gov/ncer/events/#may2112
May 22, 2012 - Webinar: "Restore-Adapt-Mitigate: Responding to Climate Change through Coastal Habitat Restoration"
Information on how to register for the Web cast can be found at https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/592039530
May 22, 2012 - EPA Assessment, Revolving Loan Fund, and Cleanup Grant Competition Webinar
In an effort to solicit public input on the Assessment, Revolving Loan Fund, and Cleanup (ARC) grant competition process, the Office of Brownfields and Land Revitalization (OBLR) will host a strategic listening session via webinar on May 22, 2012.
These webinar will be structured discussions to get feedback on the ARC process and guidelines and incorporate, where possible, that feedback into the FY 13 ARC process.
Webinar Information
Dates: May 22, 2012
Time: 1-2:30 pm Eastern Time
Call In: 1-866-299-3188 Code: 2025661887#
Location: https://epa.connectsolutions.com/fy13-arc-2/
Because space is limited to 140 persons per session, please RSVP to Jeanette Mendes by Tuesday, May 21, 2012.
Additionally, should you have specific questions or ideas you would like to discuss, please forward them to Jeanette Mendes (mendes.jeanette@epa.gov) by Tuesday, Monday 21, 2012.
Possible feedback focus areas:
- What would you fix about our brownfields guidelines and process?
- How can the Office of Brownfields & Land Revitalization improve its grant programs to better address community needs?
- What do you feel are the major problems or impediments, if any, in competing for Assessment, Revolving Loan Fund, and Cleanup Grants?
- Are there ways the Office of Brownfields and Land Revitalization could make it easier to apply for its competitive opportunities?
May 24, 2012 - Webinar on How to Negotiate Your Contract with Waste Haulers
EPA is providing a webinar on May 24, 2012 1:00 to 2:30 pm Eastern Time for anyone who contracts out their solid waste services, including commercial entities, institutions, and governments. Learn tips from industry experts on how to write and negotiate an effective contract with refuse and recycling haulers, while keeping costs under control and increasing recycling. This webinar will present practical experiences on how to more effectively negotiate waste, recycling and composting contracts with haulers. Both speakers have reduced costs and significantly improved diversion rates. Register at: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/506158114.