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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is pleased to provide this
introduction to some of the Agency's resources for technology cooperation. This
brochure focuses on EPA's directory services and selected hard copy documents.
The contact points in each Program Office, as well as the U.S. Focal Point for
INFOTERRA, look forward to assisting you in obtaining the necessary information.
Please be as specific as possible when contacting these offices so they can respond
to your requests as fully as possible.
Whenever I travel abroad, I find significant interest in the U.S. environmental
experience, from market incentives in our new Clean Air Act to the technologies we
use to clean up hazardous waste sites, to our initiatives on pollution prevention. Thus,
one of the primary tenets of EPA's international program is to share U.S. experience
and know-how with other countries. Basic environmental problems need not go
unaddressed for want of the right information. This introduction to some of the
resources available through EPA is an early and important element of our
international efforts.
I am happy to share the information resources of the EPA with you and hope
that you find the contents of this brochure helpful.
William K. Reilly
Administrator
April, 1992
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Environmental Technology
Technology cooperation Matching Solutions to Problems
About this brochure
The EPA is a leading source of manuals, directories, clearinghouses,
data bases, and other information about environmentally sound technologies
and know-how in the public domain. This brochure is intended to assist foreign
governments, business organizations, non-governmental organizations, and
others in identifying appropriate information and contact points at EPA. It
includes the function, areas of focus, and sample publications for each EPA
program office and INFOTERRA. Additional sections describe other EPA
offices and information resources related to technology transfer.
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INFOTERRA/USA
Air and Radiation
Water
Solid Waste and Emergency Response
Pesticides and Toxic Substances
Research and Development
Additional Information Resources
Other EPA Offices
EPA Organizational Chart
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INFOTERRA/USA: EPA is the U.S. National Focai Point
Technology Cooperation f"
INFOTERRA's mission is to:
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Serve as an international liaison between those who are seeking environmental
information and those who have the knowledge and expertise.
The INFOTERRA/USA
office is administered by
the Office of Information
Resources Manage-
ment of EPA and is
housed at the Environ-
mental Protection
Agency Headquarters
Library.
TECHNOLOGY related information services include:
Accessing the EPA library and information services network.
Searching over 500 EPA, international, and commercial data bases.
Referring international clients to U.S. experts.
Providing EPA and other government agency reports.
Distributing nontechnical EPA publications.
Compiling custom bibliographies.
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United Nations Environment Programme: The INFOTERRA Network
INFOTERRA/USA is part of the larger United Nations Environment
Programme's (UNEP's) INFOTERRA network. INFOTERRA is the environmental
research and referral arm of UNEP, established in accordance with the decisions of
the 1972 United Nations Conference on the Human Environment in Stockholm,
Sweden.
The INFOTERRA network consists of 138 member countries, each with a
National Focal Point. The National Focal Points register environmental experts in each
country for inclusion in the INFOTERRA International Directory of Sources. This
directory provides access to environmental expertise on over 1,000 environmental
topics. INFOTERRA/USA lists over 600 sources in the directory.
INFOTERRA Publications List:
The following INFOTERRA publications are currently available on a subscription basis
through UNEP in Niarobi, Kenya.
International Directory of Sources
of Environmental Information
5,600 sources of information who
have agreed to respond to inquiries
concerning 1,000 environmental topics.
World Directory of Environmental
Expertise
A new publication that condenses
the information in the International
Directory into a single volume.
Thesaurus of Environmental Terms
Contains a listing of subject
categories and an alphabetical
listing of subjects.
Wastes and Their Treatments
Information Sources
Lists hundreds of institutions
that will provide substantive
information on the subject.
Other INFOTERRA publications include Chemical Safety, Drinking Water Supply
and Sanitation, Conservation for Sustainable Development, and New and
Renewable Sources of Energy.
How to contact INFOTERRA:
USA National Focal Point
PM-211A
EPA Headquarters Library
401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
Telephone (202) 260-5917
FAX: (202) 260-3923
Programme Activity Centre
United Nations Environment
Programme
P.O. Box 30552
Niarobi, Kenya
Telephone (2542)333930
FAX: (2542)520711
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Air and Radiation (OAR)
Technology Cooperation
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SAMPLE OAR Publications:
Operation and Maintenance of Hospital Medical Waste Incinerators
This document provides information about operation and maintenance procedures
for hospital waste incinerators and associated air pollution control equipment to
minimize air emissions. EPA-450/3-89-002
Industrial Wastewater Volatile Organic Compound Emissions
This document provides technical information about estimating and controlling
volatile organic compounds (VOC) emissions from the collection and treatment of
industrial wastewaters for Best Available Control Technology (BACT) and Lowest
Achievable Emission Rate (LAER) determinations. This document currently applies
to four industries: the Organic Chemicals, Plastics, and Synthetic Fibers (OCPSF)
Industry; the Pesticide Industry; the Pharmaceutical Industry; and the Hazardous
Waste Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facilities Industry. EPA-450/3-90-004
Radon Reduction Techniques for Detached Houses
This technical document is intended to assist government officials, radon mitigation
contractors, concerned homeowners, and other individuals or organizations in
selecting, designing, and operating radon reduction measures for houses.
EPA-625/5-87-019
OAR Electronic/Telephone information Sources:
OZONET is an electronic data base that contains information regarding
substitutes and alternative processes to ozone-depleting solvents. In addition, it
includes contacts, regulatory information, relevant articles, an electronic bulletin
board, and other services.
The Control Technology Center (CTC) provides: rapid responses to
questions about air pollution control technology through a telephone hotline;
direct engineering assistance, when appropriate; and technical document
guidance, development of personal computer software, and control technology
workshops.
For further information contact:
OZONET-
(202) 260-9403
CTC -
(919)541-5432
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^Office of Air and Radiation
IM01 M Street, SW (AR-443)
^Washington, D.C. 20460
^Telephone:
TAX:
(202) 260-7400
(202)260-5155
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Water (OW)
Technology Cooperation
EPA's Office of Water's goal is to:
Ensure the safety and quality of the Nation's surface, ground, and drinking water.
OW is assisting Poland
in upgrading drinking
water and sewage
treatment facilities in
Krakow and is
demonstrating
constructed wetlands
technology in Hungary.
OW also supports U.S.
efforts under the London
Ocean Dumping Con-
vention and the U.S.-
Mexico Border Environ-
ment Agreement of
1983.
Areas of Focus:
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Regulation, through standards and permits, of discharges from industrial and
municipal point sources to surface water.
Oversight of state-based revolving loan programs for the construction of
municipal wastewater treatment facilities.
Control of nonpoint source pollution of surface and groundwater.
Promulgation and enforcement of national standards for drinking water supplied by
public water systems.
Protection of groundwater through wellhead protection and underground injection
control.
Protection of wetlands.
Protection of estuaries and near-coastal marine waters.
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SAMPLE OW Publications:
National Water Quality Inventory, 1988 Report to Congress
This report summarizes information reported by states on the quality of their rivers,
lakes, estuaries, wetlands, coastal waters, and groundwater. The information
includes the amount of impaired water; the types of pollution responsible; the
sources of that pollution; and discussion of water pollution control programs.
EPA 440/4-90-003
It's Your Choice: A Guidebook for Local Officials on Small Wastewater
Management Options
The guidebook provides municipal officials information about different methods of
collecting and treating wastewater. It includes clearly-presented technical
information, as well as general advice on planning, financing, and decision making.
EPA 430/9-87-006
Marine and Estuarine Protection, Programs, and Activities
This publication describes the problems facing coastal and marine waters and the
EPA programs that are trying to solve these problems. These programs include
ocean dumping, plastics, point source control activities, and near-coastal waters
activities. EPA 503/9-89-002
Technical Support Document for Water Quality Toxics Control
The document includes state-of-the-art information on the control of toxic
contaminants in water. EPA 505/02-90-001
OW Electronic Information Sources:
National Small Flows Clearinghouse (NSFC) is the center for information on
wastewater treatment for small communities. As a source for design manuals, case
studies, and videotapes on alternative sewers and on-site systems, NSFC operates
an electronic bulletin board listing various wastewater-related conferences and
publishes a monthly newsletter. You may contact NSFC at:
Telephone: 1-800-624-8301
The Office of Water maintains a number of computerized data bases. Several are
available for public use, such as the Needs Survey, which contains information
about wastewater treatment needs. For further information, contact User Support at
the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's National Computer Center,
Telephone: 1-800-334-2405.
How to contact OW:
Office of Water
401. M Street, SW (WH-595)
Washington, D.C. 20460
Telephone: (202) 260-7287
Groundwater/Drinking Water
1-800-426-4791
Wetlands/Oceans/Watersheds
1-800-832-7828
Science and Technology
202-260-5400
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Solid Waste and Emergency Response (OSWER)
Technology Cooperation
EPA's Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response's goal is to:
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Protect human health and the environment from unacceptable risks posed by solid
and hazardous wastes, as well as the release of oil and chemicals into the
environment. " J""" " ''_ ' '
Areas of Focus:
Minimizing the quantity and toxicity of waste created. This includes integrating the
concept of "pollution prevention" into manufacturing and all other sectors of
society.
Ensuring that solid and hazardous wastes and petroleum in underground storage
tanks are managed in an environmentally sound manner and encouraging sound
municipal waste recycling and disposal practices. EPA standards govern the proper
handling and disposal of hazardous and medical wastes.
Preventing, preparing for, and responding in a timely and effective manner to
harmful releases of oil, chemicals, and other hazardous substances into the
environment in the United States and internationally.
Using and disseminating information about innovative technologies, such as
thermal methods and bioremediation, for treating contaminated waste sites, soils,
and groundwater.
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OSWER staff members participated in U.S.
efforts to assess health effects of Persian
Gulf oil fires in early 1991. OSWER also
supports international efforts under the
Organization for Economic Cooperation and
Development (OECD) and the United Nations
Environment Programme (UNEP) related to
accident prevention, preparedness, and
response.
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SAMPLE OSWER Publications:
Selected Alternative and Innovative Treatment Technologies for Corrective
Action and Site Remediation
This document provides an updated listing of publications that relate to cleaning up
hazardous waste contamination, including technology survey reports, materials from
international surveys and conferences, and specific treatment techniques.
EPA/540/8-90/008
Second Forum on Innovative Hazardous Waste Treatment Technologies -
Domestic and International Technical Papers
This document includes 32 technical papers presented at a May 1990 conference
sponsored by EPA regarding innovative hazardous waste treatment technologies
used both domestically and internationally. Technologies discussed include ion
exchange, ultraviolet radiation, and vapor extraction. EPA/540/2-90/010
Technical Guidance for Hazards Analysis: Emergency Planning for Extremely
Hazardous Substances
Published by EPA and two other U.S. government agencies, this document
describes a relatively simple, yet effective means of evaluating potential hazards
resulting from the accidental release of an extremely hazardous substance. This
includes hazard identification, vulnerability analysis, and risk analysis (available
through Emergency Planning Information, Mail Stop OS-120, U.S. EPA,
Washington, D.C. 20460).
Hazardous Materials Emergency Planning Guide
Published by the National Response Team, this document presents unified federal
guidance to assist local communities in planning for hazardous materials
emergency incidents (available through Emergency Planning Information, Mail stop
OS-120, U.S. EPA, Washington, D.C. 20460).
OSWER Electronic Information Sources:
Solid Waste Information Clearinghouse - EPA (SWICH)
Provides updated information on municipal solid waste issues, including case
studies, new technologies, and expert contact information.
Contact SWICH at Post Office Box 7219, Silver Spring, Maryland 20910.
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i OS-110, 401 M Street, SW, Washington, D.C. 20460
tTo obtain publications about:
ง Managing abandoned hazardous waste sites or managing solid
If and hazardous waste, write the Superfund and RCRA Hotline
| (Mail Code OS-305) at the above address.
p Treating contaminated hazardous waste sites, soils, and
I water, call the Technology Innovation Office.
\ Telephone: (703) 308-8800
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Pesticides and Toxic Substances (OPTS)
Technology Cooperation
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OPTS participates in international
conferences on food safety, toxic chemical
testing issues, storage and disposal of
hazardous materials, good laboratory
practices, and trade. OPTS also organizes
seminars on pesticide registration, storage
and disposal issues, asbestos abatement,
and techniques for reducing risks associated
with toxic substances.
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Areas of Focus:
Licensing and Cancellation of Pesticides
Pollution Prevention and Toxics Use Reduction
Harmonization of International Food Safety Standards and Chemical Testing
Guidelines
International Biotechnology Issues t"
On-site Assistance for:
Groundwater Contamination
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SAMPLE OPTS Publications:
Suspended, Cancelled, and Restricted Pesticides
A summary and clarification of actions taken by EPA for pesticides that the Agency has
suspended, cancelled, or otherwise restricted because of concern for potentially
adverse effects. This listing identifies the cu rrent status and references the legal history
of each pesticide, as well as the criteria of concern for which the chemical was reviewed
by the Agency. EPA/EN-342
The Layman's Guide to the Toxic Substances Control Act
A comprehensive summary of the primary law under which the Office of Toxic
Substances operates. This publication includes information about the regulation of
chemical testing, manufacturing, and handling, as well as the import and export of
chemicals and EPA enforcement capabilities. EPA 560/1 -87-011
Environmental Hazards in Your School
A resource book containing information about potential problems with older
buildings such as schools. Subjects discussed include asbestos, indoor air, radon,
and lead in drinking water. 2DT-2001
OPTS Electronic Information Sources:
National Pesticide Information Retrieval System (NPIRS)
NPIRS offers EPA product and tolerance data as well as registration information
from several states. NPIRS also provides information on some hazardous
chemicals other than pesticides.
Pesticide Information Network (PIN)
PIN contains a compilation of pesticide monitoring projects performed by federal,
state, and local governments and private institutions.
Files currently available through PIN are:
The Pesticide Monitoring Inventory
The Restricted Use Products File
The Chemical Index
You can access PIN by data-phone by calling: 703-305-5919, or request voice
assistance by calling: 703-305-7499 or -5455.
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
401 M Street, S.W. (TS-788)
Washington, D.C. 20460
Telephone:
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Toxic Substances:
(202) 260-2902
(202)260-1847
(703)557-7090
(202)260-3810
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Research and Development (ORD)
Technology Cooperation
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('s Office of Research and Development's goal is to:
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-Expand the knowledge base of environrhentaf science and engineering.
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ORD also addresses
several cross-media
issues, Including global
climate change, total
human exposure
assessment, wetlands,
accidental releases,
comparative risk for
complex mixtures,
technology transfer,
and biotechnology.
Areas of Focus:
Health Effects Research
To determine the adverse effects of pollutants on human health.
Ecological Effects Research
To determine the adverse effects of pollutants on ecosystems.
Environmental Processes and Fate Research
To understand how pollutants are transported and modified as they move through
soils, ground and surface waters, and the atmosphere.
Environmental Monitoring Research
To develop methods of identifying pollutants in the environment and measuring
exposure to such substances.
Risk Assessment Research
To develop methods to integrate information about pollutant sources, fate and
transport, exposure, and health and ecological effects in order to assess the overall
risk posed by a pollutant or group of pollutants.
Risk Reduction Research
To develop control technologies to treat, destroy, or contain pollutants and methods
to reduce or eliminate the sources of pollutants or prevent exposure to pollutants.
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SAMPLE ORD Publications:
Optimizing Water Treatment Plant Performance with the Composite Correction
Program
This document summarizes the utility of the Composite Correction Program
approach to improving the performance of drinking water facilities. EPA/625/8-90/017
Control of Pathogens in Municipal Wastewater Sludge
This document describes the federal requirements promulgated in 1979 for
reducing pathogens in wastewater sludge. EPA/625/10-89/006
Waste Minimization Opportunity Assessment Manual
This manual describes how to conduct an on-site audit and implement administrative
or technological changes that will decrease waste generation. EPA/625/7-89/003
Superfund Innovative Technology Evaluation (SITE) Program
This document highlights progress over the past year under the Demonstration,
Emerging Technologies, and Monitoring and Measurement Technologies Programs
within SITE. EPA/540/8-91/005
ORD Clearinghouse/Electronic Information Systems:
Pollution Prevention and International Cleaner Production Information
Clearinghouse (PPIC & ICPIC)
Conveys industrial and governmental technical, programmatic, and legislative options.
PPIC includes a library of over 2,000 documents; telephone assistance; and a
computer system known as the Pollution Prevention Information Exchange System
(PIES). PIES allows communication with peers through message centers and access to
data bases, including case studies and a calendar of events. ICPIC, the international
counterpart to PIES, is operated jointly with the United Nations Environment
Programme (UNEP) and can be accessed through Sprintnet and other Packet Switch
Networks. For the PIES system call: 703-506-1025. For voice assistance call: 202-260-
5753/5747 or 703-821-4800. For the ICPIC system call: 331-40-58-88-78. For voice
assistance call: 331-40-58-88-35.
Alternative Treatment Technology Information Center (ATTIC)
Assists in the selection of hazardous waste clean-up technologies. Includes a
literature search data base and library of over 1,600 references; treatability data bases
which compare removal efficiencies; and vendor and expert contact lists. For the PIES
system call: 301-230-2216. For voice assistance call: 202-260-5753.
ORD Bulletin Board System (ORD BBS)
The ORD BBS contains a literature search data base of over 16,000 ORD publications;
bulletins on ORD activities; and downloadable data bases. For assistance call: 513-
569-7272. , . __
How to contact ORD:
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Center for EnyjrQnrnental Research Information
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(^Cincinnati, OH 45268
^Telephone: (513) 569-7562
[FAX: (513)569-7566
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Additional Information Resources
Technology cooperation International Environmental & Energy Efficient Technology
Transfer Clearinghouse
JheU.S. EPAis (ggyelopjng a clearinghouse to _
t environmental technologies to both domestic and international communities.
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The Clearinghouse will provide:
Current Information about Major Environmental Technologies
Access Through a Variety of Electronic Means
Access to Existing Data Bases and New Data Bases as Available
Free Access to Targeted User Groups
Additional Services Including:
US Government Experts
Environmental Vendors
Technology Overviews
US Government Contacts
Catalog of Clearinghouses
New US Government Products
Scheduled for demonstration in mid-1992, the clearinghouse includes the participation
of other federal agencies (such as the Agency for International Development and the
Department of Energy) as well as private sector organizations. Contact EPA's Office
of International Activities for further information.
EPA Technical Information Packages (TiPs)
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Generally, TIPs contain sections discussing an environmental issue, associated
health and environmental effects, standards, regulations, sampling, analysis,
treatment, and disposal technologies. Also included are key documents, a
bibliography of other important materials, a directory of Agency experts, and a list of
electronic data bases and contacts for training opportunities in the field. The following
TIPs are expected to be available through INFOTERRA/USA by early 1992.
Telephone: (202) 260-5917
Environmental Impact Assessments
Environmental Management
Small Community Wastewater Systems
Regulating Pesticides
Ensuring Safe Drinking Water
Solid Waste Disposal
Air Quality
Hazardous Waste
EPA Information Resources
Mining Waste Management
Pesticide Waste Disposal
Water Quality
Pollution Prevention
Risk Assessment
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ACCESS EPA
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency maintains a series of directories to
improve access to environmental information services provided by the U.S. EPA
and other public sector organizations, these directories are maintained by the
U.S. EPA's Office of Information Resources Management to support the Agency's
mission. Each directory contains contact information and descriptions of services
provided. The directories are updated annually. Currently, there are seven
separate directories in the series and a consolidated publication entitled ACCESS
EPA. ' ' ' " ' ' " " "
ACCESS EPA Consolidates in one directory the publications listed below. Each
directory comprises a chapter in this book and is entered under the title of the
original publication. EPA/IMSD-91-100; PB91-151563
ACCESS EPA Public Information Tools This document provides a brief overview of
the U.S. EPA and its regional structure; a U.S. regional map; descriptions of four
major distribution points for EPA documents; a section about the availability of and
ordering information for selected U.S. EPA documents. EPA/IMSD-91-101; PB91-
151571
ACCESS EPA Major EPA Dockets EPA/I MSD-91-102; PB91-151589
ACCESS EPA Clearinghouses and Hotlines This directory describes a number of
major clearinghouses within the U.S. EPA. It includes contact information and
brief descriptions of the components of each clearinghouse. EPA/I MSD-91-103;
PB91-151597
ACCESS EPA Records Management Programs EPA/I MSD-91-104; PB91-151605
ACCESS EPA Major EPA Environmental Databases This document is designed
as a guide to the major environmental data systems within the Agency.
EPA/IMSD-91-105; PB91-151613
ACCESS EPA Library and Information Systems This directory describes the 28
libraries in the U.S. EPA Regional Network and three specialized information
services. The libraries and other information services contain a collection of more
than 140,000 books, 5,100 journals, 364,000 technical reports, 3.5 million
documents on microfilm and microfiche, 9,000 journal article reprints, and 25,000
maps. EPA/IMSD-91-106; PB91-151621
Access EPA State Environmental Libraries EPA/IMSD-91-107; PB91-151639
How to Contact:
Headquarters Library PM-211A
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
401 M Street, SW. Room 2904
Washington, DC 20460 USA
Telephone: (202) 260-5922
FAX: (202) 260-3923
National Technical Information Service
(NTIS). Use PB numbers to order.
Springfield, VA 22161 USA
Telephone: (703) 487-4650
FAX: (703)321-8547
Telex: 64617 (International)
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Other EPA Offices
Technology cooperation Office of International Activities (OIA)
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Working closely with the Department of State and other federal agencies, OIA
manages EPA participation in a wide range of bilateral and multilateral programs,
many of which relate directly to technology transfer and technical assistance. OIA, for
example, promotes technical assistance to Brazil, China, India, Mexico, Eastern
European nations, and other countries throughout the world. OIA also promotes the
dissemination of information, expertise, and training through Technical Information
Packages (TIPs), a computerized clearinghouse for environmental technology, and
regional environmental initiatives (such as in Eastern Europe and the Caribbean). OIA
is also responsible for arranging programs for international visitors to EPA.
"Office of International Activities
401 M Street, S.W. (A-106)
i Washington," DTC 20460
Telephone 202-260-4870
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Office of Policy, Planning and Evaluation (OPPE)
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fifie" igffice of Policy, Planning, and Evaluation is to:
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The Office is responsible for maintaining and improving the quality of environmental
policy through review of existing and proposed policies, recommending new policies
and innovative approaches, and performing economic and social analysis of federal
government policies that affect the environment. OPPE has the Agency lead for
defining the concept of pollution prevention and encouraging the adoption of pollution
prevention approaches, and also for analysis and formulation of Agency positions on
global warming.
Office of Policy, Planning, and Evaluation
401 M Street, S.W. (PM-222)
Washington, D.C. 20460
Telephone: 202-260-5333
FAX: 202-260-0275
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Office of Administration and Resources Management (OARM)
In addition to managing the INFOTERRA/USA and Headquarters Library, OARM
offers a variety of administrative and environmental management services in the
areas of organizational and management analysis, budget and financial management,
personnel management, and information systems development and integration. EPA
staff members assist international clients identify areas of need related to
accomplishing their missions. OARM then helps the client develop management and
technical solutions which meet their specific needs.
Office of Administration and Resources Management
401 M Street, S.W. (PM-213)
Washington, D.C. 20460
^Telephone 202-260-5000
ฃ FAX 202-260-4997
Office of Enforcement (OE)
OE oversees all federal and state compliance and enforcement program operations.
The office is directly responsible for establishing a national enforcement policy; the
National Enforcement Training Institute, which consolidates cross-program
enforcement training for inspectors, program and attorney personnel in EPA and the
states; EPA's criminal enforcement investigations and enforcement activities; the
National Enforcement Investigations Center in Denver, which houses EPA's elite civil
investigators and field inspectors; strategic planning for enforcement; and coordination
with the Department of Justice for the prosecution of environmental lawsuits.
The goal of the office's international technology transfer activities is to develop an
effective capability in other nations to ensure compliance with domestic and
international environmental requirements. The office co-sponsors international
environmental enforcement workshops, disseminates proceedings to other nations,
offers training courses and materials, and conducts meetings and seminars on request
for international visitors.
Office of Enforcement
401 M Street, S.W. (LE-113)
IWashington, D.C. 20460
"Telephone: 202-260-4134
FAX: 202-260-0500
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Technology cooperation Office of Communications and Public Affairs (OCPA)
The Office's mission is to communicate timely and credible information about EPA
actions and policies to the public, receive information and foster two-way communica-
tion with the public/private sector, and to integrate their concerns into EPA's decision-
making process. OCPA also works to foster public understanding of major environ-
mental issues and solutions so people will understand more clearly the
environmental implications of their daily activities and choices.
OCPA operates the centralized, Agency-wide Press Office and coordinates Agency-
wide public/private sector liaison activities through the External Relations Office. In
addition, OCPA is responsible for monitoring the development of publications and
audio-visual products. OCPA also operates the EPA Environmental Education Office.
These offices may be contacted through:
Jiii Office of Communications and Public Affairs
[' 401 M Street, S:w:(A-100)
I Washington, D.C. 20460
! Telephone: 202-260-4361
| FAX: 202-260-4309
EPA Regional Offices
While the ten Regional Offices of the Environmental Protection Agency focus primarily
on domestic environmental issues, several regional offices conduct a variety of
international programs, including the transfer of environmental technology and
information. Every two years, the regional offices rotate assignments for taking the
lead for each major headquarters office and program area. Assigned lead regions are
responsible for working with their respective National Program Managers to identify
and synthesize the concerns of all ten regions into a "regional view" that can be
effectively factored into Agency decision making. Region V in Chicago currently
carries regional responsibility for international activities. These offices may be
contacted through:
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Regional Operations DivfsTdh"
401 M Street, S.W. (H-1503)
Washington, D.C. 20460
Telephone: 202-260-4719
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Staff Offices:
Administrative Law Judges
Civil Rights
Small & Disadvantaged Business Utilization
Science Advisory Board
Executive Support
Office of Cooperative Environmental Management
Administrator
mimstrato
Administrator
Assistant
Administrator for
Administration and
Resources Management
Office of the
Comptroller
_ Office of
Administration
Office of Information
Resources Management
Office of Human
Resources Management
Office of Administration
& Resource Management
RTF, NC
Office of Administration
& Resource Management
Cincinnati, OH
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-
-
-
-
Assistant
Administrator for
Enforcement
Office of Criminal
Enforcement
Office of Compliance
Analysis and Program
Operations
Office of Civil
Enforcement
Office of Federal
Activities
National Enforcement
Investigations Center
(NEC) Denver. CO
Office of Federal
Facilities Enforcement
-
General
Counsel
Air and Radiation
Division
Grants, Contracts and
General Law Division
Inspector General
Division
Pesticides and Toxic
Substances Division
Solid Waste and
Emergency Response
Division
Water Division
Regional Operations and
State/Local Relations
Congressional and
Legislative Affairs
Communications and
Public Affairs
Assistant
Administrator for
Policy, Planning
and Evaluation
Office of
Policy Analysis
Office of Regulatory
- Management and
Evaluation
_ Office of Pollution
Prevention
Assistant
Administrator for
International
Activities
International
Cooperation
Division
International
Issues
Division
Program
Operations
Division
Inspector
General
-
-
Office of
Audits
Office of
Investigations
Office of Management
and Technical
Assessment
Assistant Administrator
for Water
Office of Wastewater,
Enforcement and
Compliance
Office of
Science and
Technology
Office of Wetlands,
Oceans and
Watersheds
Office of Ground
Water and
Drinking Water
Assistant Administrator
for Solid Waste and
Emergency Response
Office of Program
Management
Chemical Emergency
Preparedness and
Prevention Office
Technology
Innovation
Office
Office of Emergency
and Remedial
Response (Superfund)
Office of Solid
Waste
Office of Underground
Storage Tanks
Office of Waste
Programs Enforcement
Assistant Administrator
for Air and Radiation
Office of Program
Management
Operations
Office of Policy
Analysis and Review
Office of Atmospheric
and Indoor Air
Programs
Office of Air Quality
Planning and Standards
RTF, NC
Office of Mobile
Sources
Office of
Radiation Programs
Assistant Administrator
for Pesticides and
Toxic Substances
Office of Program
Management
Operations
Office of
Toxic Substances
Office of Compliance
Monitoring
Office of
Pesticides Programs
Assistant Administrator
for Research and
Development
Office of Research
Program Management
Office of Technology
Transfer and Regulatory
Support
Office of Exploratory
Research
Offce of Environmental
Engineering and Technology
Demonstration
Office of
Health Research
Office of Environmental
Processes and
Effects Research
Office of Health
and Environmental
Assessment
Office of Modeling,
Monitoring Systems and
Quality Assurance
Region I
Boston
Region II
New York
Region III
Philadelphia
Region IV
Atlanta
Region V
Chicago
Region VI
Dallas
Region VII
Kansas City
Region VIII
Denver
Region IX
San Francisco
Region X
Seattle
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