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Additions & UpdatesGreenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Reporting 1/12 - The list of MassDEP-Recognized GHG Verification Bodies has been updated. Asbestos 1/11 - MassDEP has convened a new Asbestos Regulatory Reform Industry Stakeholder Work Group. Its first meeting will be held on 1/26/12. Air Guideline Values 12/30 - MassDEP has published updated Allowable Ambient Limits (AALs) and Threshold Effects Exposure Limits (TELs), its guidelines for evaluating potential human health risks from exposure to chemicals in the air. Outdoor Hydronic Heaters (Wood-Fired Boilers) 12/30 - Heatmor Inc. Model 200 SSP added to the list of units certified for sale and installation in Massachusetts. State Implementation Plan (SIP) for Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) 11/19 - MassDEP is required to develop a SIP for complying with the new federal one-hour SO2 standard by June 2013 and, as an initial step, is seeking confirmation of the locations of Massachusetts facilities and the SO2 emissions reported by those facilities in 2007 through 2009 Massachusetts Operating Permit & Compliance Program 10/21 - Facilities that are major sources of air pollution, have the potential to emit specific pollutants above certain thresholds, or fall into specific categories are required by the federal Clean Air Act (CAA) to obtain Title V Operating Permits. MassDEP has added a series of new web pages about this program, including a listing of more than 140 facilities across the state that are subject to Operating Permit requirements. Air Pollution Control Regulations 10/18 - MassDEP has proposed several amendments to 310 CMR 7.00 and 310 CMR 7.18 that would add a new section governing adhesives and sealants, make related changes to pollution control technology requirements, and make a number of other technical corrections to improve consistency among state and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations. Massachusetts Rideshare Program 10/16 - Base year, update long form, summary of commute data and employee/student survey forms, instructions and guidance have been revised to provide greater clarity for organizations subject to Massachusetts Rideshare Regulation reporting requirements. Air Plan Approval Applications 10/7 - a new Comprensive Plan Application (CPA) form for crematories is now available. Commercial, Industrial & Institutional Boilers 9/22 - Information, forms and instructions for owner/operators of boilers subject to air plan approval and compliance certification requirements, temporary boilers that can be installed without site-specific permits, and federal area source standards that apply to boilers fueled by oil, coal or wood/biomass. 2011 Annual Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Network Plan 9/16 - Final plan, appendices and MassDEP cover letter to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The annual network plan describes to EPA which pollutants and other parameters MassDEP measures at its various ambient air monitoring sites and why they are measured at those specific locations. MassCleanDiesel Clean Markets Grant Program 9/9 - MassDEP is offering grants to owners of diesel-powered trucks and equipment servicing and operating at wholesale markets, warehouses and distribution centers across Massachusetts so they can unstall technologies to reduce worker and neighbor exposure to diesel emissions. Air Permit Strealining Initiative 8/13 - MassDEP has issued new forms and instructions for amending or consolidating previously issued Limited (LPA) or Comprehensive (CPA) Plan Approvals. Municipal Waste Combustors 8/13 - Emissions data lookup has been updated to reflect the most recent semi-annual emissions reports submitted by combustion facilities across Massachusetts. Statewide Air Quality Data 7/6 - The MassDEP Annual Air Quality Report for 2010 is now available. Outdoor Hydronic Heaters (Wood-Fired Boilers) 7/6 - The Dectra Corp. GARN WHS 1500 has been added to the list of units certified by MassDEP for sale and installation in Massachusetts. Air Permit Streamlining Initiative 7/1 - MassDEP has introduced new air plan application forms, supplemental and air pollution control device forms, instructions and guidance, including "top-case" best available control technology guidelines for new and modified facilities and equipment. Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Reporting 6/30 - MassDEP is proposing regulatory amendments to improve consistency among its GHG reporting requirements, those of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and recent updates to The Climate Registry's General Reporting Protocol. Asbestos 6/15 - New Asbestos Cement Pipe Guidance Document is now available. Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Reporting 6/9 - New GHG Emissions Verification Forms are now available. Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Network Plan 5/28 - Draft 2011 annual submittal to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for public comment. Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Reporting 4/14 - List of MassDEP-recognized GHG emissions reporting verification bodies now available. Low Emission Vehicle (LEV) Program 3/18 - Greenhouse Gas Emission amendments to LEV regulations (310 CMR 7.40) and background information, including MassDEP response to public comments. Global Warming Solutions Act (GWSA) 2/12 - Comments received on state implementation of the GWSA during June 2010 public hearings and comment period. Tax Incentive for Air Pollution Control Equipment: Property Tax Exemption Certification 2/12 - Facility owner/operators can seek local property tax exemptions for air pollution equipment they install and MassDEP certifies to be reducing industrial emissions to acceptable levels. MassDEP Regulatory Reform Initiative 10/24 FFFY12 MassDEP Program Plan/Performance Partnership Agreement Work Plan 10/24 FFY09 MassDEP Program Plan/Performance Partnership Agreement Year End Report 3/18 FFY10-2012 MassDEP Program Plan/Performance Partnership Agreement Work Plan 10/29 FFY08 MassDEP Program Plan/Performance Partnership Agreement Year End Report 5/24 FFY09 MassDEP Program Plan/Performance Partnership Agreement Work Plan 11/25 Site List Update Ongoing - The downloadable and searchable lists of 21e sites and releases are updated weekly. Risk Communication Fact Sheets 1/31 - Five new Risk Communication fact sheets are now available January Waste Site Cleanup Advisory Committee Meeting 1/20 - The next Waste Site Cleanup Advisory Committee meeting will be held on Thursday, January 26, 2012. WSC #11-435 Interim Final Vapor Intrusion Guidance 12/21 - The Interim Final Vapor Intrusion Guidance is now available. Vapor Intrusion Workgroup Meeting 12/8 - MassDEP has scheduled a Vapor Intrusion Workgroup Meeting for Tuesday December 20 at 9:30 at 1 Winter Street, 2nd floor. The purpose of the meeting is to: discuss the comments received on the December 2010 Draft Vapor intrusion Guidance and MassDEP's responses; discuss the changes made to the December 2010 Draft and provide an overview of the Interim Final Vapor Intrusion Guidance; and present conceptual MCP amendments related to vapor intrusion being considered by MassDEP. MassDEP intends to post the comments/responses and Interim Final Guidance before the end of the year. Workgroup members will informed when these documents are made available. Additional information may be found on the Indoor Air Guidance Project blog at Waste Site Cleanup Online File Availability 11/29 - Almost all Waste Site Cleanup scanned and electronically submitted site files are now available through the online lookup function. Nyanza Chemical Waste Dump Site NRD Page 11/19 - A revised Nyanza Site NRD web page including a Draft Restoration Plan/Environmental Assessment is now available. MassDEP/LSPA Training Seminar 11/16 - On Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at 11:00 AM registration for the first 33 spots will open for the upcoming course entitled "Strategies for Tackling Brownfields Redevelopment Challenges." This course will take place on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at the MassDEP Western Region Office, Springfield, MA. This course is limited to 65 attendees. The remaining 32 registration spots will open on Thursday, November 17, 2011 at 1:00 PM. Clarification Regarding the 7-Day Grace Period, eDEP and MCP Deadlines 11/3 - There has been some confusion recently regarding the 7-Day Grace Period and the filing of electronic submittals, (eDEP), so we want to take this opportunity to clarify the associations between eDEP submittals, the 7-Day Grace Period and MCP deadlines. The MCP Audit 2011-2012-A Case Study Approach: Homework 11/3 - Homework material for the upcoming Audit Training is now available. Oil Spill Act Forms OSA 102 and OSA 102A 10/25 - New tugboat reporting forms are available. Large Volume Ethanol Spills - Environmental Impacts and Response Options 10/19 - In the last ten years the production of ethanol has increased dramatically due to the demand for ethanol-blend fuels. A number of large volume ethanol incidents have occurred. This document considers the assessment and response actions for rail and barge spills of denatured ethanol. MassDEP / LSPA Training Seminar 9/24 - On Tuesday, September 27, 2011 at 1:00 PM registration will open for the morning session of the upcoming course entitled "The MCP Audit 2011-2012-A Case Study Approach". This course will be offered twice, in two separate sessions that are each limited to 100 attendees. Registration for the afternoon session will open on Wednesday, September 28th at 11:00 AM. There will be separate registration days and registration forms for each session. October Waste Site Cleanup Advisory Committee Meeting 9/14 - The next Waste Site Cleanup Advisory Committee meeting (originally scheduled for September 22, 2011) will be held on Thursday, October 27, 2011. Buzzards Bay Oil Spill/Bouchard B-120 NRD Information 9/2 - Natural Resources Damages (NRD) information related to the Buzzards Bay Oil Spill has been added to the NRD Case Settlements Page. MassDEP/LSPA Training Seminar 7/11 - On Wednesday, August 17, 2011 at 1:00 PM registration will open for one session of the upcoming new MassDEP course entitled "Downgradient Property Status". July 28 Vapor Intrusion Workgroup meeting postphoned 7/26 - This meeting will likely be rescheduled to early September. Additional information may be found on the Indoor Air Guidance Project blog at Massachusetts Oil Spill Prevention Act Reinstated as of July 12, 2011 7/14 - The Oil Spill Act's Manning (M.G.L. c. 21M, s.4) and Tugboat Escort (M.G.L. c. 21M, s.6) requirements have been reinstated. Fact Sheet: Massachusetts Oil Spill Act Requirements for Tugboat Escorts 7/13 - MassDEP announces the availability of this new fact sheet. Fact Sheet: Massachusetts Oil Spill Act Requirements Reinstated for Buzzards Bay 7/13 - MassDEP announces the availability of this new fact sheet. Waste Site Cleanup Advisory Committee Meeting 6/14 - The Waste Site Cleanup Advisory Committee will meet on Thursday, June 23. BWSC103: Release Notification & Notification Retraction Form Instructions 6/10 - Revised instructions are now available for the BWSC-103 form. MassDEP LSP Training Seminar 5/25 - On Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at 1:00 PM registration will open for one session of the upcoming course entitled "Managing Construction Activities at Disposal Sites". Standard Operating Procedure: Oil Spill Response Trailers Activation & Deployment 4/27 - This document establishes a policy and procedure for the mobilization and deployment of MassDEP oil spill response equipment. Waste Site Cleanup Advisory Committee Meeting 4/25 - The Waste Site Cleanup Advisory Committee will meet on Thursday, April 28. MassDEP LSP Training Seminar 4/25 - On Wednesday, April 27, 2011 registration will open for two sessions of the upcoming course entitled "Meeting MCP Requirements for Ecological Risk Assessment". MassDEP LSP Training Seminar 4/13 - On Wednesday, April 13, 2011 registration will open for two sessions of the upcoming course entitled "Managing Construction Activities at Disposal Sites". Natural Resource Damages Assessment & Restoration (NRD) Program 3/30 - On behalf of the Secretary of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA), MassDEP implements a program to assess natural resource damages (NRD) resulting from releases of oil or hazardous materials within the Commonwealth and to require restoration of these injured resources to functional ecological systems. Comment Deadline Extended: Draft Guidance on Implementing Activity and Use Limitations 3/23 - MassDEP is seeking public comment on a draft Activity and Use Limitations Guidance Policy. In addition to commenting on the material in the draft, please indicate any additional issues you would like to see addressed. Comments are due by May 1, 2011. MassDEP LSP Training Seminar 2/10 - On Thursday, February 17, 2011, registration will open for four sessions of the upcoming new course entitled "The MCP Audit 2010/2011 - A Case Study Approach." Bill of Lading Forms 1/19 - Fillable PDF Bill of Lading (BOL) Forms, including the BWSC 112 Bill of Lading, the BWSC 112A Summary of Shipment Sheet, the BWSC 112B Summary Sheet Signature Page, and a Transport Log Sheet are now available. Please note: The initial BWSC112 Bill of Lading, which includes the LSP Opinion and Remediation Waste Characterization, must be submitted electronically through eDEP. Waste Site Cleanup Advisory Committee Meeting 1/19 - The Waste Site Cleanup Advisory Committee will meet on Wednesday, January 26. BWSC Bill of Lading (BOL) 10/6/2010 - MassDEP announces the availability in eDEP of the new BWSC112, Bill of Lading (BOL), including the BWSC112A, Summary of Shipment Sheet, and the BWSC112B, Summary Sheet Signature Page. MassDEP LSP Training Seminar 9/1 - On Thursday, September 9, 2010 registration will open for four sessions of the upcoming new course entitled "The MCP Audit 2010/2011 - A Case Study Approach." MassGIS / MassDEP Priority Resource Maps 9/1 - The procedures for obtaining the MassDEP Priority Resource Maps used to support a Numerical Ranking System (NRS) site assessment as required by MassDEP under the Massachusetts Contingency Plan have changed. Users will continue to create the 21e site map; however, some important changes have been made. Technical Update 8/12 - A new Technical Update, "Considerations for Managing Contaminated Soil: RCRA Land Disposal Restrictions and Contained in Determinations", is now available. The CAM Protocols: Questions & Answers 7/21 - This new page provides responses to questions submitted to MassDEP on the implementation of the revised CAM Protocols, effective July 1, 2010. Cleanup Statistics Updated 7/13 - Cleanup Statistics for FY2010 have been added. Massachusetts Oil Spill Prevention & Response Efforts 7/6 - Information and links on this new page highlight MassDEP's ongoing efforts to prepare for, prevent and respond to marine oil spills. Charlton: Cady Brook Condominium Diesel Fuel Release 6/18 - Information on the release of fuel in Charlton. MassDEP Oil Spill Photos 6/1 - MassDEP has created a collection of photos of Massachusetts Oil Spills. Cleanup Milestone Reached 5/26 - This week, MassDEP surpassed 40,000 reported waste sites. Of these, approximately 5,500 are currently open, 34,500 closed. More Cleanup Updates A comprehensive list of Cleanup news and updates. January 2012 Appeals Decisions 1/26 - Administrative appeals through January 2012 are now available. December 2011 Enforcement Actions 1/27 - Enforcement Actions through December 2011 are now available. Underground Storage Tank (UST) Program 2/3 - Final UST Operator Training & Certification regulations at 310 CMR 80.01 & 80.02 have taken effect. Underground Storage Tank (UST) Program 1/17 - Updated MassDEP list of state-approved Third-Party UST Inspectors Air Guideline Values 12/30 - MassDEP has published updated Allowable Ambient Limits (AALs) and Threshold Effects Exposure Limits (TELs), its guidelines for evaluating potential human health risks from exposure to chemicals in the air. Massachusetts Mercury Emissions Inventory Update 12/21 - As of 2008, the most recent year for which complete data are available, mercury emissions have dropped by 91 percent across Massachusetts since the mid 1990s. Underground Storage Tank (UST) Program 11/16 - MassDEP has published its annual summary of information about USTs in operation across Massachusetts to include Federal Fiacal Year 2011 data. Pharmaceuticals & Personal Care Products 8/11 - A new application form for municipalities seeking waivers of household hazardous waste collection requirements so they can establish permanent residential waste medication collection kiosks is now available. Mercury-Added Lamps 8/10 - MassDEP has issued its draft determination of the statewide recycling rate for mercury lamps. Public comments will be accepted through September 15, 2011. Mercury-Added Lamps 8/2 - An updated listing of manufacturers who are approved by MassDEP to sell mercury-added lamps in Massachusetts is now available. Mercury: Environmental Monitoring 7/29 - Fish Mercury Long-Term Monitoring Annual Data Reports for 2007, 2008 and 2009 have been published by the MassDEP Officer of Reseach & Standards. Toxics Waste Reduction Act (TURA) Reporting 5/27 - The list of chemicals subject to TURA reporting and planning requirements has been updated for the calendar year 2010 reporting cycle. Underground Storage Tank (UST) Program 5/18 - Proposed 310 CMR 80.01 UST Operating Training Regulations have been released for public comment. Toxics Use Reduction Act (TURA) Reporting 5/10 - Instructions, appendices and eDEP online filing tips have been updated for calendar year 2010 TURA reporting. Toxics Use Reduction Act (TURA) & Toxic Release Inventory 4/5 - The schedule of MassDEP/U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) workshops on calendar year 2010 TURA/TRI reporting has been released. Underground Storage Tanks (UST) Program 3/5 - Updated information on facility owner/operator compliance deadlines for the second round of required third-party UST inspections and reports. Solid Waste Management Facilities 1/4 - Quarterly revision of MassDEP Solid Waste Facilities Master List. Composting Site & Recycling Processor Annual Reports 12/30 - Forms & instructions have been updated for calendar year 2011 reporting. The submission deadline is February 15, 2012. Conditionally-Exempt Composting & Wood-Chipping/Shredding Operations 12/29 - Notification forms that the operators of these facilities must submit to MassDEP before commencing operations are now available online. Annual Solid Waste Facility Reporting 12/9 - MassDEP landfill/combustion facility and handling facility/transfer station forms have been updated and a construction and demolition (C&D) processor/transfer form has been newly added for 2011 reporting. Massachusetts Hazardous Waste Generators 12/2 - Monthly update of permanent generator identification numbers list for all Massachusetts generators of hazardous waste and waste oil. Massachusetts Landfills with Post-Closure Permits for Renewable Energy 11/18 - MassDEP permits issued for development of solar, wind and other alternative energy projects at closed landfills are now available online. Building Capacity for Managing Organic Materials 11/11 - MassDEP issued proposed amendments to its 310 CMR 16.00 site assignment, 310 CMR 19.000 solid waste management facility, and 314 CMR 12.00 wastewater treatment facility operation, maintenance and pretreatment regulations that, when implemented, would facilitate significant expansion of the state's capacity to process and recycle organic materials. The agency's draft Solid Waste Master Plan calls for that capacity to be more than quadrupled to 450,000 tons per year by 2020. 2010 Solid Waste Data Update & Beyond 2000 Solid Waste Master Plan Progress Report 11/11 - MassDEP has issued solid waste generation data, disposal capacity projections and implementation updates through the most recent year for which statewide data is available. Food Waste & Organics Recycling 10/15 - MassDEP's list and map of permitted food residual processors operating in Massachusetts have been updated. Bottle & Can Recycling 9/20 - Revised list of registered redemption centers in Massachusetts. Solid Waste Management Facilites 9/17 - MassDEP lists of active combustion facilities and handling/transfer stations across Massachusetts have been updated. Waste Disposal Bans 8/30 - New fact sheet for property managers, outlining compliance obligations and options for waste reduction, recycling and composting. Municipal Waste Combustors 8/13 - Emissions data lookup has been updated to reflect the most recent semi-annual emissions reports submitted by combustion facilities across Massachusetts. Recycling & Composting at Supermarkets 8/3 - MassDEP has updated its listing of supermarket chains and individual grocery stores that have qualified for Supermarket Recycling Certification Program (SRPC) status. Beyond 2000 Solid Waste Master Plan Progress Report 6/30 - MassDEP has released 2009 statewide solid waste generation data, disposal capacity projections, and Master Plan implementation updates. Massachusetts Solid Waste Management Facilities 5/26 - MassDEP has completed its annual updates of its active landfill and inactive landfill/dumping ground lists. Sustainable Materials Recovery Program (SMRP) 5/6 - "Quick Fixes" guide for submitting SMRP grant applications via the eDEP online filing system is now available. Hazardous Waste Policies & Guidance 5/3 - Interim Guidance on Management of Evaporator Systems now available. Municipal Waste Combustors 4/23 - Waste characterization studies completed by the operators of six Massachusetts combustion facilities per Class II Recycling Program requirements are now available. Sustainable Materials Recovery Program (SMRP) 4/14 - Applications, guidance and information sessions for potential municipal/regional grant applicants have been released. The deadline for applying is June 15, 2011. Bottle & Can Recycling 3/26 - Top Five Reasons Massachusetts Needs and Expanded Bottle Bill. Waste Disposal Bans 3/17 - Updated guidance and attachments - including inspection sheets, sample letters and suggested signage - for operators of solid waste facilities to reflect the addition of clean gypsum wallboard to the list of materials banned from disposal or transfer for disposal in Massachusetts. Municipal Assistance Coordinators (MACs) 3/16 - Updated boundary map and community listings for the eight MassDEP MACs who provide technical assistance on waste reduction and recycling to geographically-based groups of towns and cities across Massachusetts. Construction & Demolition (C&D) Waste 2/5 - 2009 Massachusetts C&D handling facility data summary now available. Revisions Promulgated to 310 CMR 44.00, the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (SRF) Regulations 1/10/12 - The Clean Water SRF regulations and accompanying documentation have been revised to accommodate the provisions of the so-called "O'Leary Bill" (Ch. 312, s. 5, of the Acts of 2008) for projects that provide for nutrient reduction to receiving waters. 2011 Water Management Act Annual Reporting Forms for Cranberry Growers and Permitted Withdrawals for Non-Cranberry and Non-Public Water Suppliers Available 12/15 - The Water Management Act Program has released the annual report forms for Cranberry Growers and for non-cranberry and non-public water suppliers. 310 CMR 10.62: Storm Emergency Regulations in the Aftermath of the October Snowstorm 11/10 - MassDEP has promulgated emergency regulations for cleanup of storm debris and repair to damaged properties and roads located in wetland resource areas and waterways. FFY2012 604(b) Water Quality Management Planning Grant Round 11/9 - the FFY2012 grant round for water quality assessment and management planning, authorized under the federal Clean Water Act, Section 604(b), is now open. Grease Trap Advisory 10/25 - Regulatory advisory on Title 5 and Plumbing Code regarding exterior grease traps. October 2011. New Drinking Water Policy & Guidance for Wind & Solar Projects 9/01 - Policy & Guidance for energy projects proposed on land owned by public water systems 2012 Drinking Water Land Aquisition Grant available for viewing 8/30 - This grant provides financial assistance for the purchase of land in protection areas. New Study Released: Tapping the Energy Potential of Municipal Wastewater Treatment: Anaerobic Digestion and Combined Heat & Power in Massachusetts and Beyond 8/23 - Wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) present an untapped source of renewable energy. When anaerobically digested, those biosolids generate biogas which can be 60 to 70 percent methane. This study provides background information about biogas usage at WWTPs in Massachusetts and case studies of its use nationally. New Underground Injection Control (UIC) Well Registration Forms 8/16 - New UIC forms and eDEP online filing options are now available. 2012 SRF Loan Applications 7/28 - The 2012 Clean Water, Drinking Water & Planning Loan Applications are now available. 2011 Drinking Water Program Updates 7/27 - The annual training program for public water system operators is now available online. 2011-2013 Monitoring Waivers 7/12 - Applications for monitoring waivers for the period 2011-2013 are now available on the MassDEP website. The deadline for filing for monitoring waivers is August 1, 2011. Drinking Water Distribution 6/15 - New Asbestos Cement Pipe Guidance Document is now available. 2011 Public Water Systems Award Winners 6/15 - The list of 2011 winners is now available. 2011 Standards & Guidelines for Contaminants in Massachusetts Drinking Water 6/9 - The 2011 Standards & Guidelines for Contaminants in Massachusetts Drinking Water have been issued. Certified Laboratories Available Outside Regular Working Hours 5/3 - Listing of MassDEP-certified laboratories available to public water systems for water testing outside normal working hours. 2011 Final Clean Water & Drinking Water Intended Use Plans 4/20 - The 2011 Final Intended Use Plans have been issued. Arsenic and Uranium in Private Wells 3/21 - Three agencies participated in a study that invesigated the presence of arsenic and uranium in private bedrock water supply wells. Public Waterfront Access Showcase 3/2 - A new feature on successful Chapter 91 projects is now available, featuring photo slideshows and highlights of the projects. Wetland Resource Area Annual Tracking Report 01/11 - Data obtained through WIRe on wetland loss and gain |
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