Regulatory News
PFAS Chemicals Added to the Toxics Release Inventory List
Outlining the next steps for TRI facilities.
Toxics Use Reduction Planning & Reporting Guidance During State of Emergency for COVID-19 Pandemic
MassDEP is implementing the following guidance.
New Fiscal and Asset Management Plan Requirement for Small Community Water Systems
New Connecticut General Statutes (CGS) § 19a-37e mandates that small public water systems complete a fiscal and asset management plan for all capital assets by than January 1, 2021.
COVID-19: Implications for the Water and Wastewater Industry
As the details on the COVID-19 pandemic are still emerging, those in the water and wastewater industry have many questions.
US EPA Issues Temporary Policy Changes to Enforcement and Compliance Assurance Program
US EPA has issued a temporary policy outlining relaxed enforcement and regulatory discretion in regard to environmental legal obligations applicable to a variety of facilities.
RI DEM Releases Statement Regarding Regulatory Compliance
The environmental protection programs at DEM are continuing to adjust to the changing conditions.
Helping Water Utilities Mitigate COVID-19 Challenges
Discussing ways to mitigate risk and navigate challenges.
MassDEP Extends Deadlines for Source Registration and Greenhouse Gas Reports
View the new dates for submissions.
Staying Compliant: New Standard for Aboveground Storage Tanks
Massachusetts Department of Fire Services has begun auditing ASTs for compliance with the Massachusetts 502 CMR 5.0 regulations.
Responding to COVID-19: The Importance of Sewer Overflow Prevention
Reducing the potential for wastewater to have contact with the public is even more important than ever.