Since learning of the August 19 release of aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) mixed with water at a small airport, the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has pursued a variety…
Chemicals & Emerging Contaminants
Resolution 15-2: Supporting Work on Emerging Contaminants
In this resolution, ECOS urges investigating the presence of emerging contaminants even if the risks are not fully known, urges accelerating efforts to respond to emerging contaminants, reinforces the need…
Resolution 18-3: Addressing Mercury
In this resolution ECOS requests EPA work with all stakeholders to achieve reductions in mercury pollution consistent with federal statutes and that the federal government support research on alternatives to…
Resolution 21-1: Advancing Collaboration and Coordination on Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances
In this resolution ECOS calls on federal agencies to conduct research to better understand the impact of, and destruction and disposal options for PFAS; to collaborate with states and provide…
State Innovation Video 2024: North Carolina Private Wells and PFAS
New Mexico Moves to Hold DOD Accountable for PFAS under CERCLA
The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED), Office of Natural Resources Trustee, and Attorney General on July 8 amended the state’s lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) regarding PFAS…
Utah Hosts Well-Attended PFAS Summit
The Utah Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) last week hosted a one-day PFAS Summit, where 180 in-person attendees, and others virtually, gathered to learn more about the state’s efforts on…
MDE to Develop PFAS Action Levels and Plans under New Maryland Law
Last week, Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed Senate Bill 956, Protecting State Waters from PFAS Pollution Act. The bill requires the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) to: MDE will…
EPA Best Management Practices for Use or Disposal of Sewage Sludge
Outlines wastewater treatment lagoon requirements for land application under 40 C.F.R. Part 503.
FAA Information on Fluorine-Free Foam Transition
Details best practices for cleaning aircraft rescue firefighting vehicles transitioning from AFFF to fluroine-free foam, and provides guidance on availability, testing, and application techniques of F3.
