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Draft Environmental Justice Strategic Plan

Feedback Due July 8, 2024 The US Department of Justice is seeking input to improve the draft US Environmental Justice Strategic Plan. The public may provide comments via virtual and in-person listening sessions or provide written comments to OEJ@usdoj.gov, by online survey, or postal mail to Office of Environmental Justice, U.S. Department of Justice, Environment and Natural Resources Division, P.O. Box 7611, Washington, DC 20044-7611. All written comments must be submitted or postmarked by Monday, July 8, 2024.

Applications Open Now for NDEP Recycling Grant 

Applications Due July 12, 2024 The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) has opened the application process for the 2025 Recycling Grant. The overall goal of this funding opportunity is to divert materials away from Nevada landfills by increasing access to recycling or improving the quality of materials collected. The grant program has a total of $75,000 available in fiscal year 2025 (July 1, 2024- June 30, 2025).  More information about the grant program and applications is available here. Download the …

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US EPA Update on Air Curtain Incinerators Requirements

In August 2020, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) conducted a 5-year review of the Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources and Emissions Guidelines for Existing Sources concerning certain solid waste incineration units. As part of this review, it was proposed to remove title V permitting requirements for air curtain incinerators (ACIs) that burn specific types of waste materials.  Following supportive feedback on the proposal, the EPA has finalized the decision to remove these permitting requirements for ACIs burning …

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US EPA Launches New Website For Environmental Permitting

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) launched a new website, epa.gov/permits, a centralized web-based platform for information about federal environmental permitting. It highlights EPA’s permitting and environmental review programs and shares information on related statutes and environmental justice initiatives.  EPA’s goal is to provide another tool for stakeholders to access information on the US EPA’s permitting processes.  To view new permitting website, click here.

US EPA Announces Environmental Justice Clearinghouse

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently established a new Environmental Justice (EJ) Clearinghouse website.  The clearinghouse is a public, internet-based, whole-of-government clearinghouse composed of culturally and linguistically appropriate and accessible materials related to environmental justice. A compilation of resources to assist EJ partners, additional resources can be added through a submission form.

Southern Nevada Clean Cities Coalition

Southern Nevada Clean Cities Coalition has recently reached apprenticeship status with the US Department of Energy’s Clean Cities and Communities network and is working toward reaching full coalition status by the end of this year. Clean Cities and Communities is a national network dedicated to the economic, environmental, and energy security of the country and works with coordinators at the local level to promote petroleum fuel reducing methods in their communities. Chris Lynch, BEP’s director, serves on the advisory board. Do you own …

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Northern Nevada Public Health Seeking Feedback on Second 10 year Maintenance Plan for PM10 

Public Comments Due May 5th The Northern Nevada Public Health (NNPH) Air Quality Management Division (AQMD) is seeking public feedback on its Second 10-Year Maintenance Plan for the Truckee Meadows 24-Hour PM10 Maintenance Area. This plan addresses air quality in Washoe County’s southern portion, designated as Serious Nonattainment for PM10 in 2001 by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Since then, the US EPA has redesignated the area to be in attainment for PM10 and approved the first 10-Year maintenance …

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Has Your Business Implemented Sustainable Practices that Deserve Recognition?

US EPA Announces 2024 Pollution Prevention (P2) Recognition Program! US EPA Region 9 will recognize businesses and non-profit organizations that go above and beyond to prevent pollution and increase source reduction while encouraging sustainable practices.   CLICK HERE to learn more about the award and how to apply. Applications are due May 24, 2024.

State of Nevada Priority Climate Action Plan (PCAP)

The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) received a grant from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to develop plans to reduce Nevada’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The Priority Climate Action Plan (PCAP) is the first of two plans funded by this grant. The main goal is to identify and prioritize near-term measures for GHG reduction, aiming for eligibility for further funding.  The PCAP includes a GHG inventory, emission projections, and priority measures across six focus areas, each accompanied by …

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US EPA Finalizes Stronger Clean Air Standards for Chemical Plants

On April 9, 2024, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a final action to provide crucial health protections to communities near chemical plants. The action aims to reduce emissions of hazardous air pollutants, including chloroprene and ethylene oxide (EtO), while also decreasing pollution contributing to smog. This rule implements sections 111 and 112 of the Clean Air Act, strengthening regulations for various equipment and processes used in chemical plants, including those producing synthetic organic chemicals, polymers, and resins like …

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