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Region 10 Library- Seattle WA
1200 Sixth Avenue fggl (8)399-1289
Seattle, WA 98101
EPA9085
The Region 10 library's holdings include monographs, serials, a basic environmental law
collection, EPA reports (both hard copy and microfiche) and local and State government reports.
The collection was originally heavily oriented toward water pollution, but has since been
developed to encompass all other areas of environmental quality.
DATABASES MAINTAINED: CIS, DIALOG, Ground Water On-line, Hazardous Waste Data
Base, LEXIS/NEXIS, NLM
GENERAL COLLECTIONS: Solid Waste Management
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS: Environmental Impact Statements, Hazardous Waste
Region 2 Field Office Library - Edison, NJ
Edison, NJ 08837 4^1 (8)340-6762
EPA9299
The library was organized in 1966 under the auspices of the Federal Water Pollution Control
Administration. It was originally heavily oriented toward water, but now includes materials on all
EPA programs: Air, Solid waste , Hazardous wastes , Toxic substances, Pesticides , Water, and
Radiation.
DATABASES MAINTAINED: DIALOG
GENERAL COLLECTIONS: None
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS: None
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Region 2 Library • New York, NY
26 Federal Plaza l^1 (8)264-2881
New York, NY 10278 _
EPA9299
The library, organized under the auspices of the Federal Water Pollution Control Administration,
embraces all aspects of EPA's environmental mission.
DATABASES MAINTAINED: DIALOG, Hazardous Waste Data Base, ISI
GENERAL COLLECTIONS: Human Resources Management
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS: None
Region 3 Information Resource Center - Philadelphia, PA
841 Chestnut Street I^Bl (8) 597-0580
Philadelphia, PA 19107
EPA9337
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The Region 3 Information Resource Center (IRC) provides information support for a wide ranged
enviromental programs and activities conducted by the Regional office. It also serves as an
information resource for the general public. Subject areas include: Air pollution , Pesticides,
Employee Development, Radiation , Environmental law, Toxic Substances , Hazardous waste,
Toxicology, Management, Water pollution , and Wetlands.
DATABASES MAINTAINED: CIS, DIALOG, Ground Water On-line, Hazardline, Hazardous
Waste Database, LEXIS/NEXIS
QDcrif^L^°LLECT1ONS: EmP|ovee Deployment, Estuarine research, management, wetlands
bPtCIAL COLLECTIONS: There are special collections on wetland ecology and hazardous
waste, law. In addition, a special effort is made to acquire published information on
environmental conditions and trends within the five states and the District of Columbia which
comprise Region 3.
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Region 4 Library - Atlanta, GA
345 Courtland Street, N.E. |Q| (8) 257-4216
Atlanta, GA 30365-2401
EPA9415
The Region 4 Library provides a full range of library and information services, covering subjects
from air and water pollution to toxics and hazardous waste with a variety of technical reports,
reference books, journals and online computer services.
DATABASES MAINTAINED: CAS On-line, CIS, DIALOG, Dun & Bradstreet, Hazardous Waste
DataBase, ISI, LEXIS/NEXIS, NLM, NPIRS, OHS
GENERAL COLLECTIONS: None
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS: Hazardous Waste
Region 5 Library - Chicago, IL
230 South Dearborn Street, Room 1670 l^l (8) 353-2022
Chicago, IL 60604
EPA9559
ftie subject areas of the collection are: Air pollution , Air quality, Groundwater, Hazardous
wastes, Noise , Pesticides, Recycling and resource recovery , Solid waste management, Toxic
substances, Water pollution , Water quality, and Water supply (drinking water).
The emphasis is on the Great Lakes and the six states in the Region: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan,
Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin
DATABASES MAINTAINED: BRS, CIS, DIALOG, Ground Water On-line, Haz. Waste DB, ISI,
LEXIS/NEXIS, NLM, ORBIT
GENERAL COLLECTIONS: Groundwater, recycling and resource recovery, solid waste
management
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS: Hazardous waste
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Region 6 Library - Dallas, TX
1445 Ross Avenue, Allied Bank Tower Qjfr (8)255-6444
jt — •• £l | *T"f w7 | | Www *»» Wl IW V | /^iii'
^ Dallas, TX 75202-2733 _ EpA96gg
The EPA Region 6 library includes materials on all EPA programs: Air pollution, Radiation,
Hazardous waste , Solid waste , Noise , Toxic substances, Pesticides , Water pollution.
DATABASES MAINTAINED: None
GENERAL COLLECTIONS: Solid waste management
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS: Hazardous waste
Region 7 Library • Kansas City, KS
726 Minnesota Avenue i^l (8)757-2828
Kansas CHy, KS 66101
EPA9743
The Region 7 Library provides information on a wide range of enviromental subjects of interest to
the Regional staff and the general public. Subject areas include: Agricultural pollution, Air
pollution, Environmental law, Hazardous waste, Pesticides, Radiation , Solid waste
management, Water pollution , Water quality, Water supply.
DATABASES MAINTAINED: CIS, Hazardous Waste Data Base, LEXIS/NEXIS, NLM, Watstore
GENERAL COLLECTIONS: Agriculture, Environmental law
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS: Hazardous waste
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Region 8 Library - Denver, CO
999 18th Street, Suite 1300 l«l (8) 564-1444
Denver, CO 80202-22413 I**
rgpl EPA9869
The Region 8 library includes materials on all EPA programs: air, water hazardous and solid
waste, pesticides, toxic substances, noise and radiation, particularly as they relate to the
States within the Region. In addition, because the Rocky Mountain area is rich in energy
resources, the library collects material relating to energy resource development and its
relationship to the environment. And finally, to support other Agency programs, the collection
incorporates publications relating to economics, planning, transportation, management and
employee development.
DATABASES MAINTAINED: CARL, CIS, DIALOG, Ground Water On-line, Hazardous Waste
Data Base
GENERAL COLLECTIONS: Economics, Employee Development, Energy, Management,
Planning, Transportation
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS: Hazardous waste
Region 9 Library - San Francisco, CA
215 Fremont Street, 6th Floor 4^1 (8)454-8082
San Francisco, CA 94105
EPA9956
Ito Region 9 library's major subject areas include: Air pollution and control, Pesticides ,
Environmental hearth and safety , Radiation , Hazardous waste , Research and development, Law
• Solid waste.
DATABASES MAINTAINED: CIS, DIALOG, Hazardline, Hazardous Waste Data Base
GENERAL COLLECTIONS: Environmental Health and Safety, Research and Development
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS: Environmental Impact Statements, Hazardous Waste, Speeches
gwen by EPA Senior Staff
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Region I Library - Boston, MA
JKF Federal Bldg.
Boston, MA 02203
(8) 835-3300
a EPA9128
The EPA Region I Library's collection still reflects some older New England river basin reports,
but has been extensively developed in the areas of: Air pollution & control, Pesticides & Toxic
Substances , Groundwater, Solid & Hazardous Waste, Hearth Effects, Water Pollution & Control.
DATABASES MAINTAINED: BBS, CAS On-line, CIS, DIALOG, Ground Water On-line,
Hazardous Waste Database, LEXIS/NEXIS
GENERAL COLLECTIONS: New England River Basin
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS: Hazardous Waste collection, Envirofiche since 1980, New England
materials: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont.
Risk Communication Library
401 M Street, S.W. Room 3220
Washington, DC 20460
(8) 382-5606
EPA3220
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Robert S. Kerr Environmental Research Laboratory Library
OK
P.O. Box 1198 J&JBl (8)743-2241
-Ada,
Ada, OK 74820
CZJ
EPA8441
The Robert S. Kerr Environmental Research Laboratory (RSKERL), is the Agency's center of
expertise for investigation of the soil and subsurface environment. Important areas of research
at RSKERL include the study of the chemical and microbial contamination of groundwater and
(he mathematical and computer modeling of both the movement of groundwater and the
influence of various contaminants in this area of the environment. Sources of pollution, as well
as migration and degradation of pollutants, are all topics of concern at RSKERL.
DATABASES MAINTAINED: Ground Water On-line
GENERAL COLLECTIONS: Agriculture, Biology, Waste Engineering
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS: Hazardous waste
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Air Rise Hotline
Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards *H& (8) 629-0888
The primary purpose of the Air Rise Hotline is to provide an initial quick response based upon
available health and exposure data and the expertise of EPA and its contractors.
Asbestos Clearinghouse
Steve Schanamann (OTS/CCD) (8)382-3949
The Asbestos Clearinghouse provides technical assistance for eradication of asbestos in
schools.
Asbestos Technical Information Service
(800) 334-8571/Ext. 6741
The Asbestos Technical Information service is part of the Quality Assurance Program in Bulk
Asbestos Analysis Sampling at Research Triangle Park. It is a service for laboratories in need
of technical information on asbestos. The service will direct private citizens, who have
general questions concerning asbestos, to the proper channels.
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BACT/LAER Clearinghouse (Best Available Control
Technology/Lowest Achievable Emission Rate)
Fred Dimmick (OAQPS) ffiPl (8)629-5432
The BACT/LAER Clearinghouse (Best Available Control Technology/Lowest achievable
Emisson Rate) was established to enable state and local air pollution control agencies to
exchange information on BACT/LAER determinations for new or modified sources, and to
facilitate more consistent emission levels.
Bureau of Explosives Hotline
(202) 639-2222
The Bureau of Explosives Hotline is run by the Association of American Railroads and is a
24-hour emergency number which can be used for assistance for hazardous materials
incidents involving railroads and often contacted through CHEMTREC.
Cancer Hotline
(800) 422-6237
The Cancer Hotline is run by the National Institutes of Health. This hotline will provide
information on cancer and references to proper sources who can answer your questions.
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Capitol Switchboard
(202)224-3121
The office of any committee or subcommittee member of Congress may be reached by calling
this main number for the U.S. Congress.
Center for Environmental Research Information (CERI)
ORD Publications Unit
(8) 684-7562, (513) 569-7562
CER! serves as a central point of distribution for the Office of Research and Development
(ORD) research results and reports. ORD has also centralized most of its information
distribution and technology transfer activities at CERI.
CERCLA/RCRA Hotline
(800) 424-9346, (202) 382-3000
This hotline answers questions concerning the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act,
Superfund and hazardous v/aste regulations. Requests for certain documents from the
Federal Register and public laws are also handled in addition to referral to appropriate
contacts, see also RCRA/CERCLA Hotline and Superfund Hotline.
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Chemical Assessment Desk
Teny O'Bryan, Jacqueline Favilla (TS-778) iQl (FTS) 382-3483,475-8823
The Chemical Assessment Desk was created to provide technical consultation from the
Office of Toxic Substances and to promote communication within EPA on chemical
assessment information. Staff from the Chemical Screening Branch of the Existing Chemical
Assessment Division (ECAD) operate the service, with support from the TSCA Assistance
Office and the Information Management Division.
Chemical Emergency Preparedness
(800) 535-0202, (202) 479-2449
This EPA hotline provides communities with help in preparing for accidental releases of toxic
chemicals. Communities can call to obtain interim guidelines regarding "Acutely Toxic
Chemicals." The guidelines cover Organizing a Community, Developing a Chemical
Contingency Plan, and gathering site-specific information. The hotline also provides a list of
more than 400 acutely toxic chemicals, see also Title III and Emergency Planning &
Community Right to Know.
Chemtrec Hotline
(800) 424-9300
The Chemtrec Hotline is a 24-hour Chemical Transportation Emergency Center operated as a
public service by the Chemical Manufacturers Association. The Hotline identifies unknown
chemicals, provides advice on proper initial response methods and procedures for specific
chemicals and situations, and offers assistance in establishing contract with
shippers/carriers/manufacturers/special product response teams.
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Congressional Desk, Documents Division
(202) 275-3030
The Congressional Desk will provide you with information on the availability and price of
copies of public laws and will send you a copy of public laws for a small fee.
Consumer Product Safety Commission
(800) 638-2772
The CPSC hotline provides information on consumer safety and guidelines on exposure to
formaldehyde, asbestos and air pollutants. They offer copies of studies and other related
documents.
Control Technology Center Hotline
(919)541-0800
The Control Technology Center Hotline is the component of EPA's Air Toxics Strategy. The
Hotline provides information to state and local pollution control agencies on sources of
emissions of air toxics. It operates Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (EST).
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D.O.T. Hotline
(202) 366-4488
This Department of Transportation Hotline provides informational assistance pertaining to
federal regulations for transportation of hazardous materials. This includes those regulations
contained in CFR-49.
Dial-A-Reg
(202) 523-5022
A recorded message of Federal Register highlights gives a summary of documents appearing
in the next day's issue.
Emergency Planning & Community Right to Know
(800) 535-0202, (202) 479-2449
tiiis EPA hotline provides communities with help in preparing for accidental releases of toxic
chemicals. Communities can call to obtain interim guidelines regarding "Acutely Toxic
Chemicals." The guidelines cover organizing a community, developing a chemical
contingency plan, and gathering site-specific information. The hotline also provides a list of
jcrethan 400 acutely toxic chemicals, see also Chemical Emergency Preparedness and
Die Hi.
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EPA National Recruitment Program Number
382-3305, (800) 338-1350
The EPA National Recruitment Program Number enables potential hirees to contact the
agency for employment information and assists EPA managers in locating and hiring qualified
employees to fill vacant positions. The number operates Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to
4:30 PM (EST).
EPA Region III Hotline
(800) 438-2474
The EPA Region III Hotline provides general information on agency programs to the public and
makes referrals as needed. It provides this information for all Region III States - Washington,
DC, Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia.
EPA Region IV Hotline
(800)241-1754
The EPA Region IV Hotline provides general information on agency programs to the public and
makes referrals as needed. It provides this information for all Region IV states - Alabama,
Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee.
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EPA Region V Hotline
(800) 621-8431, (800) 572-2515
(IL)
The EPA Region V Hotline provides general information on agency programs to the public and
makes referrals as needed. It provides this information for all Region V states - Indiana,
Michigan, Illinios, Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin.
EPA Region VII Hotline
The Region VII Hotline provides general information on agency programs to the public and
makes referrals as needed. It provides this information for all Region VII States - Iowa,
Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska.
EPA Region VIII Hotline
(800) 525-3022
The Region VIII Hotline provides general information on agency programs to the public and
makes referrals as needed. It provides this information for all Region VIII States - Colorado,
Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, Wyoming.
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Hazardous Materials Technical Center
Karen Knight flHf (800) 638-8958, (301) 468-8858
This center provides various services related to hazardous materials including a
clearinghouses technical inquiry line, a newsletter for the Department of Defense about
hazardous materials, maintenance of a collection of publications on hazardous management,
and abstracting and publishing of literature related to hazardous materials. The services
provided are free only to the Department of Defense; others must pay a fee to use them.
Hazardous Waste Ombudsman Program
Bob Knox (OSW) *» (8)475-7667
The Hazardous Waste Ombudsman Program assists citizens and the regulated community
who have had problems voicing a complaint or getting a problem resolved about hazardous
waste issues, ft serves as a last resort to the RCRA/CERCLA Hotline.
Innovative/Alternative Projects Clearinghouse
Dan Walter (OMPC) iflBE (304)293-4191
The Innovative/Alternative Projects Clearinghouse provides information on
innovative/alternative projects to enable communities and grant applicants to identify and
contact other sources with experience in technologies.
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Inspector General's Whistle Blower Hotline
382-4977. (800) 424-4000
The Inspector General's Whistle Blower Hotline receives reports of agency-related waste,
fraud, abuse or mismanagement from public and from EPA and other government employees.
All calls are kept confidential. The Hotline operates Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM - 3:00
PM (EST).
LEGIS
(202)225-1772
This office gives information on whether committee hearings have been held and dates of
upcoming hearings, number of committee reports and status of legislation.
Legislative information office
(202)225-1772
The Legislative Informatbn Office provides information about the status of any bill in
Congress.
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McKin Site Hotline, Maine, Region I
(207) 657-2087
The McKin Site Hotline provides information on Cleanup Efforts at Superfund Site in Grey, ME.
National Air Toxics Information Clearinghouse (NATICH)
John Vandenberg (OAQPS)
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National Pesticides Information Retrieval System (NPIRS)
James Skaptsason (OPP/SB) 101 (8) 557-9351
NPIRS is a computer database that provides public access to current information on over
36,000 pesticide products. The system development has been jointly funded by USDA and
EPA and is managed by Purdue University.
National Pesticides Telecommunications Network (NPTN)
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National Response Center U.S. Coast Guard Hotline
(800) 424-8802, (202) 426-2675
This Department of Transportation National Response Center can be used to report spills of oil
and other hazardous materials where required. It can also be used to report incidents in
transportation where hazardous materials are responsible for death, serious injury, property
damage in excess of $50,000 or continuing danager to life and property.
National Small Flows Clearinghouse
Don Neihus (OMPC) iRl (8)382-7285
The National Small Flows Clearinghouse provides information on wastewater treatment
technologies for small communities. This clearinghouse was mandated by the Clean Water
Act Amendments of 1977.
Northeast Industrial Waste Exchange
(800) 237-2481, (315) 422-6572*
The Northeast Industrial Waste Exchange provides information on waste exchange in the
Northeast but with access to other areas. This exchange joins those who generate waste with
those who desire waste. '(For Region 1, 3, NJ, OH, Ml).
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ORD/NGA Project
Morris Altshuler (ORD)
382-7667 FTS
The ORD/NGA Project is a combined effort between the Office of Research and Development
at the EPA and the National Governors Association. This project integrates states'
perspectives into ORD project planning process and responds to states' needs for technical
assistance with the National Governors Association (NGA) acting as a go between.
Order and Inquiry
(202) 783-3238
Single copies of Federal Registers with environmental regulations can be obtained from this
office.
Public Information Center (PIC)
475-7751
The Public Information Center answers inquiries from the public about EPA, its programs and
activities and offers a variety of general, non-technical information materials.
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Public Information Reference Unit (PIRU)
Gloris J. Butler
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RCRA Hotline, Iowa, Region VII
(800) 223-0424
The RCRA Hotline in Region VII provides information on implementation of RCRA in Iowa
RCRA Information Center
Denise Sines
(8)382-3112
The RCRA Information Center operates a hotline to cover the spectrum of RCRA and CERCLA
issues.
RCRA On-Scene Coordinators Hotline, Region VI
(214)767-2666
The RCRA On-Scene Coordinators Hotline in Region VI responds 24 hours a day to questions
and to reports of chemical spills and other emergencies for all Region 6 States - Arkansas,
Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas.
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RCRA/CERCLA Hotline
(800) 424-9346, (202) 382-3000
This hotline answers questions concerning the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act,
Superfund and hazardous waste regulations. Requests for certain documents from the
Federal Register and public laws are also handled in addition to referral to appropriate
contacts, see also CERCLA/RCRA Hotline and Superfund Hotline.
Risk Communicator! Hotline
Elaine Danyluk •gjJB* (FTS) 382-5606, 475-8665
The Risk Communication Hotline will respond directly to questions or refer the caller to
whomever on EPA's staff can provide the needed expertise in risk communication.
Sometimes the hotline provides information about external experts at universities or
consulting firms. The main purpose of the hotline is to provide assistance to EPA program
offices and regions. Hotline personnel also try to answer questions raised by those in state
and local government, universities, and private organizations that are working on risk
communication problems.
Safe Drinking Water Hotline
382-5533, (800) 426-4791
The Safe Drinking Water Hotline responds to questions concerning the Safe Drinking Water
Act, Water Standards, Regulations, and the Underground Injection Program. It will also
provide selected publications relevant to these issues. It operates Monday through Friday,
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (EST).
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Senate Document Room
(202) 224-7860
The Senate Document Room disseminates information on the availability of and copies of
bills, reports, public laws and calendars.
Small Business Hotline
(800) 368-5888, (202) 557-1938
The Small Business Hotline is an EPA based hotline that gives advice and information to small
businesses on complying with EPA regulations. It deals with problems encountered by
small-quantity generators of hazardous waste and other small businesses with environmental
concerns.
Small Business Ombudsman; Office of the Administrator
Karen Brown (OA)
557-1 938 FTS
he Small Business Ombudsman provides various services to help small business comply
with EPA regulations. The ombudsman serves as information services and advocate for small
Business interests in the regulatory development process. It helps these small businesses
with their individual problems.
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Superfund Hotline
(800) 424-9346, (202) 382-3000
This hotline answers questions concerning the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act,
Superfund and hazardous waste regulations. Requests for certain documents from the
Federal Register and public laws are also handled in addition to referral to appropriate
contacts, see also CERCLA/RCRA Hotline and RCRA/CERCLA Hotline.
Superfund Hotline, Region II
(800) 346-5009 (NJ), (800)
722-1223 (NY)
The Superfund Hotline in Region II provides information on dioxin and related concerns for
contaminated areas in Missouri.
Superfund/Dioxin Hotline, Missouri, Region VII
(800) 892-5009
The Superfund/Dioxin Hotline provides information on Dioxin and Related Concerns for
Contaminated Areas in Missouri.
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Title Ill-Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know
Hotline
(800) 535-0202, (202) 479-2449
This EPA hotline provides communities with help in preparing for accidental releases of toxic
chemicals. Communities can call to obtain interim guidelines regarding "Acutely Toxic
Chemicals." The guidelines cover organizing a community, developing a chemical
contingency plan, and gathering site-specific information. The hotline also provides a list of
more than 400 acutely toxic chemicals, see also Chemical Emergency Preparedness and
Emergency Planning & Community Right to Know.
TSCA Hotline
(202)554-1404
The Toxic Assistance Office at EPA will answer questions and offer general and technical
assistance on the Toxic Substances Control Act. Staff will help to obtain guidance on TSCA
regulations including guidances on PCBs and asbestos issues.
TSCA Public Information Office
(202)554-1404
Provides technical information concerning asbestos abatement problems to meet the needs
°f private individuals, government agencies, and regulated industry. Since the Asbestos
hotline has been discontinued, all asbestose-related questions can be answered through the
TSCA Public Information Office. This office provides general and technical information on
TSCA regulations. A variety of services are offered including regulatory advice and aid,
publications, and audiovisual materials. For more information, see the Toxic Substances
Docket entry.
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Unleaded Fuel Hotline, Region I
(800) 821-1237, (800) 631-2700
(MA)
The Unleaded Fuel Tank Hotline is an enforcement-related line that takes calls about
tampering with vehicles, pumps, and other problems related to unleaded fuels, ft provides
this service for Region I States; Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island,
Vermont.
VOC/RACT (Volatile Organic Compounds/Reasonably
Achievable Control Technology) Clearinghouse
Bill Polglase (OAQPS) 4Bl (8)629-5246
The OC/RACT (Volatile Organic Compounds/Reasonably Achievable Control Technology)
Clearinghouse is intended to control VOC emissions by facilitating the exchange of technical
data and experience to control emissions.
Washington Information Center
(202) 488-5900
The Washington Information Center is a computer support facility that was established to
provide assistance to the Environmental Protection Agency Headquarters offices.
Specialists are trained in all the fields that pertain to computer technology (mainframe,
minicomputers, and microcomputers) and provide support in a multitude of areas. (Source:
"Guide to Washington Information Center Services".)
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Waste Minimization Hotline, Region III
(800) 826-5320, (800) 334-2467
(PA)
The Waste Minimization Hotline provides technical assistance and education on waste
minimization. It provides this information for all Region III States; Washington, DC, Delaware,
Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia.
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Central Docket
Jacqueline Brown ^HE (202)382-7548
The Central Docket provides public access to regulatory information which supports the
Agency's actions administered under the Clean Air Act. The docket consists of files
containing a series of file folders for each category of documents. Most of the records are on
microfilm.
Docket Room
(202) 382-3046
The Docket Room will send you free copies of environmental laws upon request.
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Drinking Water Docket
Patricia Minami, Docket Manager *CSfr (202)475-9598
The Drinking Water Docket currently contains information on the following regulatory phases:
(1) Volatile Organic Chemical (VOC),(Phase I); (2) Fluoride (Phase IIA); (3)Synthetic Organic
Chemicals (SOC) (Phase II); (4)Surface Water Treatment Rule (SWTR), and (5) Radionuclides
(Phase III). Others will be developed as new Maximum Contaminant Level Goasl (MCLG) and
Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCL) are proposed. These materials include appropriate
Federal Register notices, letters public hearing transcripts, National Drinking Water Advisory
Council materials, public comments, technical support documents, and other materials.
Pesticides Docket
Franklin D. Rubis
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Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA) Docket
Carol Brock-Johnson, Kathy Bruneske, Mildred i^fr (202) 475-9327
Tidwell ^^
The Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA) Docket provides public access to
regulatory information supporting the Agency's actions under RCRA. Records support
Federal Register notices, Delisting Petitions and other Office of Solid Waste (OSW)
publications. RCRA Docket publishes a semiannual catalog of frequently requested
documents. The RCRA Docket staff performs two primary functions: maintaining the docket,
and responding to information requests. The activities which are required for each function
include: maintaining the RCRA Docket, tracking regulations, organizing and storing
information, and distributing and ordering documents.
Superfund Docket
Tina Maragousis, Superfund Docket Clerk, Deena £jBl (202) 382-3046, (202) 382-3046
Watson, Superfund Directives Clerk *^
The Superfund Docket provides public access to information supporting all regulatory
decisions issued under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation,
Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA), as amended. This includes records of proceeding under the
Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986, Title III of the Superfund
Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) of 1986. The Docket also includes CERCLA
guidance documents and information supporting rulemaking under authority of Section 3012
of the Resource Conservation & Recovery Act.
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Toxic Substances Docket
Deborah Williams J&Bl (202)382-3587
The Office of Toxic Substances (OTS) Public Information Office houses the official copies of
all OTS administrative records supporting regulatory decisions promulgated under the Toxic
Substances Control Act (TSCA). The Public Information Office also maintains original
materials submitted by industry in compliance with TSCA regulations. The contents of the
dockets vary according to the proposed regulation and the particular Section of the Act which
is being promulgated. However, generally all dockets contain the following types of
supporting documentation: Federal Register notices; various health, environmental and
exposure assessment documents; published references; communications; and test data.
Underground Storage Tank Docket
Carol Peterson, UST Docket Clerk
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Section E
EPA Documents
This section features some of the EPA documents available from the EPA
Distribution Center and other sources. Both manuals and policy directives
are included in this listing. Some of the documents included in this sec-
tion are:
• Agency Operating Guidance
• Awards Manual
• Delegations Manual
• Directives Manual
• EPA Journal
• EPA Regulatory Agenda
• Freedom of Information Manual
• Guide to EPA Libraries and Information Services
• Hazardous Waste Collection - Database Thesaurus
• Information Resources Management Policy Manual
• ORD Topical Directory
• Records Management Manual
• Risk Assessment Review
• Risk Assessment, Management, Communication - A Guide
to Selected Sources
• Superfund Risk Assessment Information Directory
• United States Government Manual
• Who's Who in EPA
Source: Directives Manual (OIRM)
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Office of the Comptroller *H£* (8) 475-8340
A copy of EPA's annual budget is usually available by February for the following
fiscal year. The Office of the Comptroller provides both a summary document as
well as the entire justification of appropriation estimates for the Committee on
Appropriation.
Administrative Handbook/FSS Manual
4810 7/16/84
EPA Distribution Center 4gB* (8) 382-2118
This handbook provides instructions and copies of forms used in the overall
management of FSS activities.
Agency Operating Guidance
Accountability Systems Branch,
OMSE, OPPE
Published annually (usually in March), the Guidance highlights the overall goals and
major program activities for the coming fiscal year to assist Regions and States in
planning and implementing their environmental programs. The Guidance also
includes the Strategic Planning and Management System Measures (SPMS) which
will be used to track progress in priority areas.
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American Law Reports Federal (A.LR.Fed.)
Lawyers Cooperative Publishing Co. I8^B* (716) 546-5530
This set contains selected cases which are annotated.
American Law Reports System (A.L.R.)
Lawyers Cooperative Publishing Co. *££* (716) 546-5530
The Lawyers Cooperative Publishing Company also publishes the state appellate
court cases in this system.
Assistance Administration Manual
5700 1984 Ed. CHG 2
This manual provides guidance on the administrative aspects of 33 specific areas of
concern in the assistance field, including techniques to assist recipients and to inform
them of EPA's expectations regarding assistance management. The procedures are
applicable for all assistance programs of EPA except those under the Scientific
Activities Overseas Program which utilize U.S. owned excess foreign currencies.
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Awards Manual
3130 1983 Ed. CHG 2
EPA Distribution Center •BSB* (8) 382-2118
This manual outlines the EPA Awards Program: It provides information on quality
within grade increases, employee suggestions, and categories of awards such as honor,
special achievement, career service, non-EPA, and commissioned officer.
CEQ's Annual Reports - Environmental Quality
Council on Environmental Quality •BJgB1 395-5750
EPA does not produce a comprehensive annual report, per se. The closest thing to an
Agency-wide annual report is the Council on Environmental Quality's Annual
Report. Some individual program offices produce their own 'annual reports',
including ORD, OIG, OSWER and OW.
Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R.)
U.S. Government Printing Office ^SSE (202) 783-3238
This document codifies final regulations having general applicability and legal effect,
which have previously appeared in the Federal Register.
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Commissioned Corps Personnel Manual
3125 TN 1-7
EPA Distribution Center ^ME (8) 382-2118
This manual describes procedures for preparing Commissioned Corps personnel
actions, evaluations, awards, leave requests, and ID cards.
Committee Management Manual
1130 TN 1-2
EPA Distribution Center «BSB* (8) 382-2118
This manual outlines procedures for the establishment, operation, renewal, and
termination of advisory, intra-agency, and interagency committees of EPA officials.
Communications Manual
1500 TN 1-2
EPA Distribution Center *QB* (8) 382-2118
This manual describes the internal and external communications of the Agency, such
as information clearing procedures, news releases, mailing lists, periodicals, and
consumer complaints.
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Communications Volume/FSS Manual
4820 7/16/84
EPA Distribution Center i£eB* (8) 382-2118
This manual provides policies and procedures covering telecommunications, printing,
and mail management.
Congressional Record
U.S. Government Printing Office flHP (202) 783-3238
The Congressional Record contains an edited transcript of all activities that take
place on the floor of the respective houses.
Contractor Requirements for the Control and Security of TSCA
CBI
7730 1985 Ed.
EPA Distribution Center
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Contracts Management Manual
1900 1985 Ed. CHG 3
EPA Distribution Center (8) 382-2118
This manual lists the assignment of specific legal and administrative authorities to
appropriate EPA officials.
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Digest of Public General Bills and Resolutions
U.S. Government Printing Office •ffiJB* (202) 783-3238
This digest gives a synopsis of each public bill and resolution introduced into
Congress.
Directives Manual
1315 1987 Ed.
EPA Distribution Center «SJE (8) 382-2118
This manual details procedures for the preparation, review and clearance, approval,
reproduction, distribution, and filing of EPA Directives. It also lists current
directives, along with abstracts of the directives.
Emergency Preparedness Volume/FSS Manual
4860 7/16/84
EPA Distribution Center *ffiJ3» (8) 382-2118
This manual describes the measures to be undertaken to assure the performance of the
Agency in the event of a national crisis or enemy attack.
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EPA
Environmental Statutes
Government Institutes, Inc. •ffgfi* (301) 251-9250
This book contains a compilation of all major environmental statutes, as currently
amended.
EPA Acquisition Regulations (EPAAR)
1901 1985 Ed. CHG 1
EPA Distribution Center «BJJ1E (8) 382-2118
This manual presents a compilation of Agency procurement and contracts procedures.
EPA Budget - OMB Submission
Office of the Comptroller
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EPA Journal
U.S. Government Printing Office Ofr (8) 783-3238
The EPA journal is a magazine published six times each year by the EPA to address
environmental matters of interest.
EPA Regulatory Agenda
Environmental Protection Agency 4§jfr (8) 382-5480
The EPA Regulatory Agenda is one of the most valuable publications from EPA
providing scientific information on the status of regulations that are under
development, revision, and review at the Agency.
EPA Report SAB Series
Science Advisory Board - Cheryl Bentley
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EPA Research Program Guide
Center for Environmental Research Information 4ifr (8) 684-7562
(CERI), EPA •••
This guide, which is published annually, describes ORD's research programs, ordered
by media and focus of research. This is an EPA 600 Series report.
EPA Telephone Book
475-6678
Annual listing of EPA headquarters telephone numbers. Includes Office, Division,
and Laboratory numbers for Regions and various useful information such as
organization charts. The directory is printed in the spring, with an update in the
fall.
Equal Opportunity Manual
4700 TN 1-2
EPA Distribution Center 4gR* (8) 382-2118
This manual outlines the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy and
procedures based on the Civil Rights Act, Executive Orders, and Federal Personnel
Regulations. It also covers the EPA affirmative action program, complaint
processing, appeals, and representation in discrimination complaint cases.
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Facilities and Support Services (FSS) Manual
4800 1984 Ed.
EPA Distribution Center ^SSP1 (8) 382-2118
The FSS manual has seven subject area volumes. These volumes have reference
numbers 4810 through 4870, by tens. The EPA property Management Regulations
have been included in each volumeaccording to the subject area.
Facilities Management Volume/FSS Manual
4840 7/16/84
EPA Distribution Center «SSfr (8) 382-2118
This manual contains policies and procedures for the acquisition and disposal of real
estate; assignment, utilization and management of space; construction and alteration
of facilities; and management and maintenance of buildings and grounds.
Facilities Safety Volume/FSS Manual
4870 7/16/84
EPA Distribution Center •Jfifr (8) 382-2118
This manual outlines construction inspection, building safety, and fire codes and
identification standards.
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Federal Cases (F.Cas.)
West Publishing Co. ^SJE (612) 228-2500
This set contains over 18,000 pre-1880 cases presented alphabetically by the name of
the case.
Federal Register (F.R.)
U.S. Government Printing Office •BHB» (202) 783-3238
Proposed rules written by federal agencies are published in the Federal Register
along with notices of public hearings on the rules.
Federal Register: What Is It and How to Use It
U.S. Government Printing Office *flsB* (202) 783-3238
This booklet is an excellent source of information that will clarify the steps in the
official publication of legislation and regulations and show you how to fully
understand what is contained in the Federal Register.
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HP.IPA POCUMENTS
Federal Reporter, 1st and 2nd Series (F., F.2nd)
West Publishing Co.
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Finding the Law
Government Institutes, Inc. *flgp (301) 251-9250
This book shows how to obtain legal information in detail. It traces an
environmental dispute through the entire court system and illustrates how an
environmental lawsuit can become case law.
Forms Management Manual
1335 1983 Ed. CHG 1
EPA Distribution Center 459* (8) 382-2118
Forms development, design, numbering, titles; coordination and requirements for
new, revised, and discontinued forms; information on forms availability and the
forms catalog.
Freedom of Information Manual
1550 2/20/86
EPA Distribution Center «ggg» (8) 382-2118
This manual provides guidance on policy and procedures for implementing the
Freedom of Information Act relating to the availability of identifiable and
unpublished records contained in EPA files.
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Functions and Activities of the Office of the Insoector General
6500 1985 Ed.
Office of the Inspector General
(8) 382-4912
This manual details the functions and activities of the Office of the Inspector
General.
Fund Control Manual
2570
EPA Distribution Center
TN 1-4
(8) 382-2118
This manual explains the use and control of funds within the Agency and the role of
the Financial Management office in this system, how to record transactions, process
major types of spending actions, and the use of accounting numbers and codes and
classification codes.
Guidance for Utilization of Small, Minority & Women's Business
Enterprises
6010 1986 Ed. 5/22/86
EPA Distribution Center ^68* (8) 382-2118
This guidance document contains policies and procedural guidance for utilization of
small, minority, and women-owned businesses under the Agency's financial assistance
programs.
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Guide for ADP Review
2115 1984 Ed.
EPA Distribution Center *BsS* (8) 382-2118
This guide outlines the procedures for performing automated data processing (ADP)
Systems reviews.
Guide to EPA Libraries and Information Services
Information Management and Services Division
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Office of the Inspector General •ggfi* (8) 382-4912
This document is a summary of the activities of the Office of Inspector General,
published annually.
Information Resources Management Policy Manual
2100 7/21/87
EPA Distribution Center •ggB* (8) 382-2118
This manual contains policy that governs the sharing of data between EPA and State
environmental agencies developing data standards; planning, acquisition,
development, maintenance, and use of Agency software; acquisition and operation of
ADP resources; selection, installation, use maintenance, and administration of
telephone services; information security, collection and records management; and
operation of EPA library.
Inside EPA
Bureau of Natural Affairs
Inside EPA is a weekly report which presents articles of interest to the EPA. Topics
covered are those which are of immediate concern or interest.
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Inspector General Semiannual Report to Congress
(8) 382-4912
This report provides a summary of the activities of the Office of Inspector General.
Inspector General Superfund Report
(8) 382-4106
This report, published annually, provides a summary of the audits on the Superfund
and the Inspector General's analysis of the effectiveness of the program.
Labor Management Relations Manual
3170 TN 1-3
EPA Distribution Center flffijjB* (8) 382-2118
This manual outlines policies and procedures for the recognition of labor
organizations, dealings with exclusive representatives, and service to labor
organizations.
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Leave Manual
3165 1987 Ed.
EPA Distribution Center *&itt* (8) 382-2118
This manual spells out the requirements for administration of leave benefits for
various types of leave, such as: annual, sick, maternity, absence without pay, excused
absence, and funeral leave.
Library Systems Manual
2130 TN 1-2
EPA Distribution Center •83? (8) 382-2118
This manual contains information on the resources available within the EPA library
system and the procedures for obtaining these services.
Major Legislation of the Congress
U.S. Government Printing Office
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Management of EPA Audit Reports and Follow-up Action
2750 1984 Ed. CHG 1
EPA Distribution Center
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Occupational Health and Safety Manual
1440 1986 Ed. 3/16/86
EPA Distribution Center *gBJE (8) 382-2118
This manual outlines accident reporting, inspection and correction of unhealthy or
unsafe working conditions, standards and training, safety surveys, personal protective
equipment, safety codes and requirements, and health and safety committees.
ORD Topical Directory
Center for Environmental Research Information, *^A* (8) 684-7562
This document provides a comprehensive alphabetical listing of areas in which ORD
has technical expertise, individuals who are active in each of these areas, and if
applicable, the location of the laboratory.
Organization and Functions Manual
1100 1985 Ed. CHG 12
EPA Distribution Center
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Pay Administration Manual
3155 TN 1-7
EPA Distribution Center *SSB* (8) 382-2118
This manual describes pay administration for employees in General Schedule and
prevailing rate positions including overtime, night, Sunday, holiday, hardship or
hazard, special pay, severance pay, and lump-sum leave payments.
Performance Management System (PMS) for Merit Pay
Employees
3151 1982 Ed.
EPA Distribution Center 4i9* (8) 382-2118
This manual discusses EPA's latest PMS plan, including the background, purpose,
and general policy of the plan. It also includes new forms and examples and covers
performance planning, evaluation, and reinforcement The manual also has an
explanation of merit pay compensations in such areas as managing merit pay pools,
making merit pay decisions, administering cash awards coverage, position
identification, conversions, and linkages between performance management.
Personal Property Management Volume/FSS Manual
4830 7/16/84
EPA Distribution Center *«fc (8) 382-2118
This volume contains policies and procedures for implementing and maintaining
personal property.
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DOCUMENTS
Position Management and Control Manual
3150
EPA Distribution Center
1982 Ed.
(8) 382-2118
This manual provides general guidelines, explanations, and responsibilities for the
administration of position management and average grade control for General
Schedule, prevailing rate employees and Public Health Commissioned Officers
categories.
Privacy Act Manual
2190
EPA Distribution Center
1986 Ed. 1/28/86
(8) 382-2118
This manual outlines the policies and procedures for protecting the privacy of
individuals who are identified in the EPA information systems.
Records Management Manual
2160
EPA Distribution Center
1984 Ed. CHG 2
(8) 382-2118
This manual details the Agency's records/information management program for the
creation, use, retrieval, and disposal of files, preservation of vital records for
emergency use, and micrographic management
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Regulation Development Manual
Office of Policy, Planning and Evaluation - ^^f (8) 382-5494
Maggie Thielen •"*
The Regulation Development in EPA Manual is a reference guide for writing
regulations within EPA. It is used in conjunction with a two day seminar which
covers the rules for writing regulations.
Reports Management Manual
1325 1979 Ed. TN 3-4
EPA Distribution Center «BBB> (8) 382-2118
This manual discusses the reports management program, requirements, and
exemptions, the content and format of the reports impact analysis, annual review
procedures, and clearance procedures for internal, interagency, and public use reports.
Resources Management Directives System
2500 6/12/87
EPA Distribution Center
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Review of Federal Actions Impacting the Environment Manual
1640
EPA Distribution Center
1984 Ed.
(8) 382-2118
This document outlines the process relating to the review of proposed actions of
Federal agencies which have an impact on the environment and highlights the
preparation, approval, and distribution of EPA's comments on them.
Risk Assessment Review
Marian Olsen, Region II
(8) 264-5682
The Risk Assessment Review is a bimonthly publication that is a cooperative effort
between ORD and the Regional Risk Assessment Network. The Review is a focal
point for information exchange on technical and policy issues.
Risk Assessment, Management, Communication - A Guide to
Selected Sources
Public Information Center
(8) 475-7751
This guide presents sources of information which address the basic and fundamental
principles and issues of risk assessment, risk management, and risk communication.
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Scientific and Technical Publications Manual
2150
EPA Distribution Center ^P (8) 382-2118
This manual discusses the development, format, assignment of identification
numbers, distribution, and storage of scientific and technical publications produced
by, or for, EPA.
Security Volume/FSS Manual
4850 7/16/84
EPA Distribution Center ^fiBfr (8) 382-2118
This volume contains information on personal, document, and physical security.
Superfund Risk Assessment Information Directory
Office of Emergency and Remedial Response *EJfr (8) 382-2180
The Superfund Risk Assessment Information Directory (SUPERRAID) identifies a
describes sources of information that should be used in conducting EPA-related nsK
assessments.
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Technical Assistance Directory
Center for Environmental Research Information, 4^* (8) 684-7562
The directory contains a list of the programs, areas of expertise, and primary contacts
in each of the major ORD field operations.
Training and Development Manual
3140 TN 1-3
EPA Distribution Center *gf (8) 382-2118
This manual helps to determine training needs, establish training programs, and track
training expenses. Also details use of forms for requests, authorization, agreement,
and certification. The manual covers special kinds of training, such as interagency,
non-government, supervisory, commissioned officer, and long term training and
upward mobility.
Travel Manual
2600 1975 Ed. TN 32-64
EPA Distribution Center
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TSCA Confidential Business Information Manual
7700 1985 Ed.
EPA Distribution Center 49* (8) 382-2116
This manual discusses all aspects of the control, physical and electronic security of
documents, and computer systems in EPA's possession that contain confidential
business information received under the Toxic Substances Control act The manual
also covers the requirements to be met by EPA contractors or subcontractors and
other Federal agencies before they receive this information.
U.S. Government Books
U.S. Government Printing Office (202) 783-3238
This publication lists nearly 1,000 bestselling titles that are available from the U.S.
Government Printing Office.
U.S. Government Printing Office
U.S. Government Printing Office 459* (202) 275-3204
The Government Printing Office prints and binds publications issued from Congress
and the departments and agencies of federal government. Through mail orders and
government bookstores it sells approximately 16,000 publications.
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U.S. Statutes at Large
U.S. Government Printing Office *BSB» (202) 783-3238
These volumes contain public laws in the first part of the volume, followed by
private laws, presidential proclamations, reorganization plans, and constitutional
amendments.
United States Code (U.S.C.)
U.S. Gvoernment Printing Office ^Sfr (202) 783-3238
The U.S.C. contains codification of the laws, arranged according to subject matter,
under 50 tide headings.
United States Government Manual
U.S. Government Printing Office
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Bureau of National Affairs ^Sp (202) 258-9401
This volume contains information about the Supreme Court. Included are the
summary of orders, cases filed and arguments, journal of the court, cases docketed,
and opinions of the court.
United States Reports (U.S.)
U.S. Government Printing Office •JgB* (202) 783-3238
These volumes contain information about United States Supreme Court cases.
United States Reports, Lawyers Edition (L.Ed.)
Lawyers Cooperative Publishing Co.
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United States Supreme Court Bulletin
Commerce Clearinghouse (312) 583-8500
This volume contains a subject and docket index, status table for cases pending, and
opinions of the court.
Who's Who In EPA
Management and Organization Division, OARM (8) 382-5000
Who's Who in EPA provides Agency organization charts down to the division level
and the names and titles of managers to the branch level.
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Non-EPA Information Systems
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This section contains data on environmentally-focused information
systems outside of EPA. (Descriptions of data bases and models are also
included in this section.) Some of these systems are housed at various
Federal agencies while others are maintained at universities, professional
organizations and societies and contractors. Most entries include system
acronym, contact person, phone number, contact address, a brief
abstract, and, if appropriate, the data service that maintains the system.
These information systems are presented by keywords that most
accurately represent the data contained therein. The following is list of
the keywords used to present these systems:
Agriculture
Air Pollution
Aquatic Sciences
Bibliographical
Biotechnology
BRS
Business
Cancer
Chemicals
Chemical Regulations
Civil Engineering
Coastal
Earth Science
Energetic Materials
Energy
Environmental
Environmental Impact
Statements
Exposure Assessment
Fertilizer Data
Ground Water
Hazardous Materials
Hazardous Substances
Health
Hydrologic
Industry
Legal Action
Legislation
Life Sciences
Marine Sciences
Medicine
Nuclear Waste
Pesticides
Petroleum
Physical
Pollution
• Population
• Regulations
• Research
• Safety
• Science
• Socioeconomic
• Soil
• Technology Transfer
• Toxic Substances
• Toxicology
• Transportation
• Water
• Water Pollution
• Water Quality
• Weather
• Wetlands
• Zoology
The Federal Database Finder. Second Edition
Environmental Information Sources. Government Institutes, Inc.
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Bulletin Board
AGLINE
(314)569-2700
Doan-Western
8900 Manchester Road
St. Louis, MO 63144
Control Data Corporation
AGLINE was formerly a bibliographic database of literature on agricultural practice, production,
products, and marketing. Now, the AGLINE is a bulletin board/database that is available to
subscribers. It is updated daily with crop and livestock reports, and includes a weekly
Washington, D.C. Report. This database allows for exchange of information among subscribers.
KEYWORDS: Agriculture
Nutrition; Bibliographic
Agricultural Online Access (AGRICOLA)
(301)344-3813
Bibliographic Retrieval
System (BRS), DIALOG
U.S. Department of Agriculture
National Agricultural Library
10301 Baltimore Blvd
Beltsville, MD 20705
AGRICOLA is a document locator and bibliographic control system with comprehensive coverage
of newly acquired worldwide publications in agriculture and related fields. It covers agricultural
economics, engineering and products, botany, chemistry, energy, entomology, fertilizers, foods,
forestry, human nutrition, hydroponics, pesticides, plant sciences, pollution, rural sociology, soils,
veterinary medicine and water management.
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KEYWORDS: Agriculture
Research
Current Research Information System (CRIS/USDA)
(301)344-3846
DIALOG
U.S. Department of Agriculture
National Agricultural Library Current Research
Information System
Beltsville, MD 20745
CRIS describes current research projects in agriculture and allied sciences covering the biological,
physical, social and behavioral sciences related to agriculture. It includes natural resources
management and conservation; marketing and economics; food and nutrition; consumer health and
safety; community, area and regional development; family life, housing and rural development;
environmental protection; forestry; and outdoor recreation.
(613)995-9073
KEYWORDS: Agriculture
Bibliographic
Inventory of Canadian Agriculture Research (ICAR)
Canadian Agricultural Research Council
K.W. Neatby Building, Room 1133
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1AOC6
ICAR is a bibliographic database which includes more than 4,000 ongoing Canadian research
projects in agriculture and related fields. Topics range from animal nutrition and breeding to plant
biochemistry and human nutrition. Each entry lists project title, names of researchers,
organizations, code numbers, supporting agency, subject-indexing codes, year the project began
and the name and address of a contact person.
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KEYWORDS: Agriculture
Statistical
U.S. Agriculture
Chase Econometrics/Interactive Data Service
150 Monument Road
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
(?15) 667-6000
Chase Econometrics
This is one of the largest statistical databases in the field of agriculture. Starting in 1955, it
displays the American farm economy according to a number of indexes, tt includes wholesale and
retail prices of most farm products; livestock populations; crop acreage and yield; and supplies,
consumption and prices of feed grains.
KEYWORDS: Air Pollution
National Emissions Data System (NEDS)
Sigma Data Services Corporation
5515 Security Lane
Rockville, MD 20852
(301)231-0644
Boeing Computer
Services
This is a complete assemblage of data collected on air pollution in the U.S. Data is included for
pollutants (carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, sulfur and nitrogen oxides, and particulates) and for
the type of pollution source.
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Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries Abstracts (ASFA)
(301)952-1400
a DIALOG
Cambridge Scientific Abstracts
5161 River Road
Bethesda, MD20816
This is a comprehensive database covering all aspects of the aquatic environment, including
oceans and seas, fresh water, estuaries, and marshes. Subjects include marine and aquatic
biology; ecology; fisheries; water pollution; oceanography; limnology; engineering; climate; health
and petroleum products effects; and legal, political regulatory topics. Journals and a wide variety
of books, conference proceedings and technical research reports are reviewed for this database.
(800) 424-6747
KEYWORDS: Bibliographical
Chemical
American Chemical Society Primary Journal Database (CJACS)
American Chemical Society
1155 16th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036
STN
This bibliographic database contains the complete text of articles, as well as abstracts, reference
codes and other bibliographic information. The articles published in 20 American Chemical Society
journals are entered when they appear in print. Over 45,000 articles are included, starting in 1980.
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KEYWORDS: Bibliographical
Water Quality; Water Pollution
Canadian Environment (CENV)
Environment Canada
Inland Waters Directorate
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1AOE4
(819)997-2324
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CENV contains over 50,000 bibliographic citations and abstracts of environmental literature from
and about Canada. Subjects include water quality, pollution, wildlife, marine technology, water
research, regulations, irrigation, aquatic life, offshore resources, flooding and the socioeconomic
effects of water regulation and management. Approximately 7,200 records are added each year
with updating occurring monthly.
KEYWORDS: Bibliographical fift (615)574-0390
Carbon Dioxide ^*
Carbon Dioxide Bibliographic Information System
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
P.O. Box, Building 6025, Room 13W
Oak Ridge, TN 38731
CDIC maintains a specialized bibliographic database on carbon dioxide and cimate. Subject areas
covered include: carbon cycling, carbon dioxide, and climate.
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KEYWORDS: Bibliographical
CAS Source Index (CASSI)
(800) 848-6533
(614U21-3600
Chemical Abstracts Service
2540 Olentangy River, PO Box 3012
Columbus, OH 43210
ORBIT
This database is an index of publications in more than 400 libraries in 30 countries. It contains
bibliographic data, library holdings and information on publishers and document suppliers for
journals, serials, monographs and conference proceedings of the nineteenth and twentieth
centuries. Each record provides author, title, source, and all standard bibliographic data.
(601)634-2017
KEYWORDS: Bibliographical
Coastal
Coastal Engineering Information Analysis Center (CEIAC)
Coastal Engineering Research Center
P.O. Box 631
Vicksburg, MS 39180
CEIAC maintains several databases including a large bibliographic holding of data pertaining to
coastal engineering. Subject coverage includes wave records, coastal regions, beaches, erosion,
ecology, environments, oceanography, tides, estuaries, inlets and hydrodynamics.
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Cancer •**
Environmental Mutagen, Carcinogen and Teratogen Information Department
EMCT Information Department
Oak Ridge National National Laboratory, PO Box X
Oak Ridge, TN 37830
The EMCT Information Department maintains a database with technically-indexed master files
available from the National Library of Medicine's TOXLINE, related EMCT in-house files, and
indexed bibliographies. The bibliographic files contain information about worldwide literature
evaluating the mutagenic, carcinogenic, and/or teratogenic potential of environmental agents such
as food and food additives, drugs, and agricultural and industrial chemicals.
KEYWORDS: Bibliographical
Research
Fish and Wildlife Reference Service Database (FWRS)
Fish and Wildlife Reference Service
1776 East Jefferson St., Room 470-S
Rockville, MD 20852
(301)468-1737
FWRS operates a bibliographic database containing indexed fish and wildlife-related documents
from the following sources: the Federal Aid in Rsh and Wildlife Restoration Program; the
Adronomous Fish Conservation Program; the Endangered Species Grants Program; work done at
the Cooperative Fishery and Wildlife Agencies. Subject coverage includes birds, botany, fish
hunting and fishing, water resources, pesticides, land use and habitat mgmt.
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KEYWORDS: Bibliographical
Life Sciences Collection
(301)951-1400
Cambridge Scientific Abstracts
5161 River Road
Bethesda, MD20816
DIALOG
This database contains approximately 600,000 records from 1978 published in 17 abstracting
journals covering biochemistry, microbiology, animal behavior, biotechnology, calcified tissues,
chemoreception, ecology, entomology, genetics, immunology, toxicology and virology. About
130,000 records are added yearly from some 5,000 source journals, proceedings, books and
monographs.
KEYWORDS: Bibliographical
National Technical Information Service (NTIS)
(703) 487-4807
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U.S. Department of Commerce
5285 Port Royal Road
Springfield, VA
BRS, CISTI, DIALOG,
ORBIT, Mead Data Central
NTIS lists information about technical reports than can be obtained through the National Technical
Information Service in the Department of Commerce. Subjects include the physical and social
sciences, computer science and technology, economics, business, transportation, and state and
local information. Each entry includes the author's name and institution, title, bibliographic
information, subject-indexing words, an abstract of the report and an NTIS order number.
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KEYWORDS: Bibliographical
(617)548-8700
US Geological Survey Bibliographic References (CITATN)
Geologic Division
US Dept of the Interior
Quissett Campus
Woods Hole, MA 02543
CITATN contains a full text of each publication citation authored by a member of the US Geological
Survey branch or paid for by USGS money. It permits statistical information for various reports on
output and status.
KEYWORDS: BRS
(212)850-6000
Klrk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology (KIRK)
John Wiley and Sons Inc.
605 Third Avenue
New York, NY 10158
This database is the full text of the 26-volume Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology,
3rd edition.
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KEYWORDS: Cancer
Bibliographic
Cancer Literature (CANCERLIT)
(301)496-6193
National Library of Medicine
8600 Rockville Pike
Bethesda, Md 20209
National Library of
Medicine
CANCERLIT contains about 521,000 references dealing with various aspects of cancer. All
references have English abstracts. Over 3,500 U.S. and foreign journals, as well as selected
monographs, meetings papers, reports, and dissertations are abstracted for inclusion in
CANCERLIT.
KEYWORDS: Chemicals
ACS Journals Online
872-4533
American Chemical Society
1155 16th St. NW
Washington, DC 20036
Bibliographic Retrieval
System (BRS)
This database contains full text articles from 18 journals published by the American Chemical
Society. Some of the journals covered are: (1) Accts of Chemical Research, (2) Analytical
Chemistry (only research papers), (3) Biochemistry, (4) Chemical Reviews, (5) Environmental
Science & Technology (1982-present, only research papers), (6) Inorganic Chemistry, (7) Journal
of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, and (8) Journal of the American Chemical Society.
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KEYWORDS: Chemicals
CAS Online (CA SEARCH)
Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS)
2540 Olentangy River
Columbus, OH 43210
(800) 848-6533
Bibliographic Retrieval
System (BRS), CIST!,
DIALOG, Systems
Development Corp (SDC)
This data base contains citations to literature in chemistry; organic, analytical, physical, applied,
macromolecular, biochemical, and chemical engineering. Covers journals, monographs,
conference proceedings, and technical reports. Contains bibliographic information and keyword
index entries from the printed Chemical Abstracts, CAS-assigned subject terms, and Registry
Numbers.
KEYWORDS: Chemicals
(800) 848-6533
Chem Singly Indexed Substances (CHEMSIS)
Chemical Abstracts Service fiffl DIALOG- ORBIT
2540 Olentangy River ^gpl
P.O. Box 3012
Columbus, Oh 43210
This data base includes CAS Registry Number, molecular formula, systematic names from the
Chemical Abstracts Substance Index, synonyms, and ring data. Additional search terms
generated by DIALOG for this database are also included.
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KEYWORDS: Chemicals
Engineering; Modeling
CHEMEST
(212)245-0044
Technical Database Services, Inc.
10 Columbus Circle
New York, NY 10019
Technical Database
Services, Inc.
CHEMEST has been designed for chemists and chemical engineers involved in research and
development and in the evaluation of Pharmaceuticals and chemicals of environmental concern.
An important application is in chemical process modeling, environmental fate modeling and the
creation of computer-searchable databases of physiochemical properties.
KEYWORDS: Chemicals
Chemical Abstracts Chemical Name Dictionary (CHEMNAME)
(800)848-65337(614)
421-3600
DIALOG
Chemical Abstracts Service
2540 Olentangy River
PO Box 3012
Columbus, OH
CHEMNAME contains a listing of chemical substances in a dictionary-type file. The Chemical
Abstracts Service (CAS) Registry Number, molecular formula, Chemical Abstracts (CA) Substance
Index Name, available synonyms, ring data and other chemical substance information is given for
each entry. Its purpose is to support specific substance and substructure searching.
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KEYWORDS: Chemicals
Bibliographic
Chemical Abstracts Service (CA Search)
(800) 848-6533
(614} 421 -3600
BRS, DIALOG, ORBIT
Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS)
2540 Olentangy River
PO Box 3012
Columbus, OH 43210
CA Search contains bibliographic information, keyword phrases and indexing terms for all
documents in Chemical Abstracts. It is international in scope (140 nations and 50 languages) and
covers 12,000 journals, patents of 29 countries, conference proceedings and government reports.
Entries in 80 subject divisions.
KEYWORDS: Chemicals
(800) 848-6533
Systems Development
Corporation (SDC)
Chemical Abstracts Service Source Index (CASSI)
Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS)
2540 Olentangy River
P.O. Box 3012
Columbus, OH 43210
This data base covers scientific and technical literature relevant to chemistry, chemical
engineering, and the chemical sciences.
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KEYWORDS: Chemicals
Environmental; Toxicology
Chemical Evaluation Search and Retrieval System (CESARS)
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
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Systems, Inc. (CIS);
Information Consultants,
Inc. (ICI)
Contains toxicological data on approximately 195 chemicals. Data items covered include physical
and chemical properties, toxicity, carcinogenicity, mutagenic'rty. teratogenicrty, and environmental
fate. Data are from literature which are referenced to source documents.
KEYWORDS: Chemicals
(800) 848-6533
(614} 421-3600
DIALOG, ORBIT
Chemical Industry Notes (CHEMSIS)
Chemical Abstracts Service
2540 Olentangy River
PO Box 3012
Columbus, OH 43210
CHEMSIS contains citations to business-oriented literature relating to the chemical processing
industries. It covers production, pricing, products and processes, corporate and government
activities, facilities and people from more than 80 worldwide business periodicals published since
1974.
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KEYWORDS; Chemicals
Regulations
Chemical Information System (CIS)
NIH/EPA Chemical Information System User
Computer Sciences Corporation
555 Herndon Pkwy
Hemdon, VA
(703) 478-7500
Chemical Information
System, Inc.
This data base provides cross-reference to all citations of a chemical or class of chemicals cited in
the Federal Register (FR) since January 1,1978. Each mention of a substance in the Register
results in a citation in the data base, with a description of the FR article as it concerns the cited
substance or substances, the agency or agencies involved, the actions being taken or proposed,
significant dates, and the affected of the CFR (Code of Federal Regulations).
KEYWORDS: Chemicals
Regulations
Chemical Regulation Reporter
Bureau of National Affairs
1231 25th St., NW
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 452-4554
Mead Data Central
Contains full text of the current developments section of Chemical Regulation Reporter, covering
legislative, regulatory, and industry activities related to control of chemicals in the air, water, land,
and workplace. Includes control of pesticides, chemical testing, transportation of hazardous
materials, waste disposal, and recordkeeping. Primary source is the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency.
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Chemical Regulations and Guidelines System (CRGS)
CRC Systems, Inc.
4020 Williamsburg Court
Fairfax, VA 22032
(703) 385-0440
DIALOG
This data base provides an index to U.S. Federal regulatory material on the control of chemical
substances and covers federal statutes, promulgated regulations, available federal guidelines,
standards, and support documents. CRGS follows the regulatory cycle and includes an up-to-date
reference to each document, including main documents and revisions published in the Federal
Register.
KEYWORDS: Chemicals
Regulations
CHEMLAW
(202) 452-4554
Bureau of National Affairs
1231 25th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20037
CIS, DIALOG
CHEMLAW provides the full text of chemical regulations published in the U.S. Code of Federal
Regulations (CFR). Subjects include chemical manufacturing and the use, transport, disposal,
storage and occupational effects of chemicals. Regulations in the file are current and final;
superseded material is deleted. Each record provides full-text regulations.
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KEYWORDS: Chemicals
CHEMLINE
U.S. National Institutes of Health
National Library of
Medicine, DIALOG, SDC
Information Service
Chemline contains records on chemical substances found in the following data bases: TOXLINE;
TOXBACK 65; TOXBACK 74; MEDLINE; and TDB data bases; also, the EPA Toxic Substances
Control Act Inventory. This data base helps the user in searching the other MEDLARS data base by
providing synonyms and CAS Registry Numbers, the use of which can increase retrieval in those
data bases.
KEYWORDS: Chemicals (fift (919)541-3418
CHEMTRACK
National Institute of Environmental Health
MD18-01
P.O. Box 12233
Research Triangle Park, NC
CHEMTRACK contains data about approximately 1000 chemical compounds being tested for
toxicity. Data are mostly carcinogenic results of tests on rats and mice exposed to environmental
chemicals. Retrievable information includes: species of animal, dose of chemical, animal age,
results, organs affected and kinds of tumors. Examples of chemicals tested include compounds in
pesticides and over-the-counter drugs.
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KEYWORDS: Chemicals
Patents
CLAIMS/U.S. Patent Abstracts
(800)331-4955
(703)683-1085
IFl/Plenum Data Company
302 Swann Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22301
DIALOG, STN, ORBIT
This database contains 400,000 U.S. chemical and chemically related patents issued since 1950.
More than 60 percent of the records include Chemical Abstracts Registry Numbers. All patents in
the Chemical section of the Official Gazette of the U.S. Patent Office together with any chemically
oriented patents in the General, Electrical and Mechanical sections are included.
KEYWORDS: Chemicals
Environment; Toxicology
Environmental Fate Data Bases
Syracuse Research Corporation
Syracuse Research
Corporation
Consists of 3 interrelated files of info on the fate of organic chemicals released in the environmenl.
DATALOG contains over 48,000 records covering over 4000 organic chemicals & metals. Each
record provides data Hems relevant to the environmental fate of the chemical. CHEMFATE contains
actual data derived from the literature pertinent to the fate of over 465 representative chemicals
listed in DATALOG.
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Environmental Mutagen Information Center (EMIC)
(615)574-7871
i«._ k U.S. Department of Energy
Building 9224, PO Box Y
Oak Ridge, TN 37830
Oak Ridge National
Laboratory
EMIC consists of two similar on-line data bases. EMIC, which is a subfile of the National Library of
Medicine (NLM) MEDLARS TOXLINE system and EMI, a file on the Department of Energy RECON
system at Oak Ridge National Labs. EMIC is concerned with reported testing of chemical
substances and other environmental agents for mutagenicity, excluding for the most part papers
dealing solely with UV and ionizing radiation. It contains 18,000 agents.
KEYWORDS: Chemicals
Environmental; Toxicology
HAZARDLINE
(201) 865-7500
Occupational Health Services, Inc.
400 Plaza Dr
Secaucus, NJ 07094
Bibliographic Retrieval
System (BRS); Executive
Telecom System, Inc.;
Mead Data Central
Contains regulatory, health, and precautionary data on hazardous chemicals including chemical
name; chemical formula; synonyms, including brand and trade names; CAS Number; identification
number from the Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances; U.S. DOT UN/PLACARD
number; U.S. EPA hazardous waste number; and a physical description of the substance.
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HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES DATA BANK (HSDB)
(301)496-6193
National Library of Medicine
8600 Rockville Pike
Bethesda, Md 20209
National Library of
Medicine
This data base contains data on more than 4100 substances that are of known or potential toxicity
and to which substantial populations are exposed. Covers environmental health, standards, and
regulations, monitoring and analysis, and safety and handling.
KEYWORDS: Chemicals
Industry
IPC Chemical Data Base
01-261-8000
IPC Chemical Data Services
Dorset House, Stamford Street
SE19LU
ADP Network Services
This database provides worldwide coverage of production and trade of industrial chemicals and
plant capacities. It contains manufacturing and production data such as plant locations,
capacities, actual production figures, processes and feedstocks; commerce and trade
information, such as licensors, contractors, imports, exports; and trade data for countries of origin
and destination.
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Toxicity
Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances (RTECS)
Information Retrieval and Analyses Section,
4676 Columbia Parkway
Cincinnati, OH 45226
(513)533-8317
RTECS stores data about 85,000 individual chemicals that have been studied for toxicity. The
following information can be retrieved for each chemical: Main name, 8 + 9 cast number, synonym,
molecular weight, physical properties, toxicity data and exposure production data.
KEYWORDS: Chemicals
Toxicity
Toxicology Data Bank (TDB)
National Library of Medicine
8600 Rockville Pike
Bethesda, MD 20209
(301)496-6193
National Library of
Medicine
TDB contains about 60 items of information on each of some 4,000 substances of known or
suspected toxicity to which large groups of people are exposed. Data for each include the name,
Chemical Abstracts Service Registry Number, formula of the compound, chemical and physical
properties, toxicity, treatment, occupational exposure and limits, and manufacturing and
production data.
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KEYWORDS: Chemicals
Water; Environmental
US Army Corp of Engineers Environmental Analysis
(212)264-9113
Environmental Analysis Branch, New York District
26 Federal Plaza
New York, NY 10278
This file contains data on the chemical and biological impacts of dredging, all parameters for
welands modification, toxicant levels, marine disposal effects, habitat modification impacts,
environment impact statements and unpublished reports.
KEYWORDS: Coastal
Pollution; Marine
Long-Term Monitoring Inventory
Laboratory for the Study of Information Sciences
PastoreHall
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, Rl 02881
This system tracks 500 programs which monitor coastal federal and non-federal marine pollution
activities throughout the United States. Information includes the monitoring program location, the
organization which funds the operation, a description of each program, and the location and formal
of the data collected. Programs may be retrieved by searching most parameters. Seaches by
latitude/longitude and location codes are also available at a nominal cost.
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National Coastal Ecosystems Team
Fish and Wildlife Service
NASA/Slidell Computer Complex, 1010 Gause
Blvd.
Slidell, LA 70458
The system provides information on species and ecological communities in various types of
coastal habitats. It provides polllution sources data, oil and gas contamination of wildlife refuges
and biological community modeling, information is used to review permits for projects with potential
ecological impact and to protect endangered/migratory species.
KEYWORDS: Earth Sciences Ifift (202) 227-3360
Environmental ^^
Defense Mapping Agency Hydrographlc/Topographlc Center (DMAHTC)
Chief- Da*a Automation
6500 Brookes Lane
Washington, DC 20315
The DMAHTIC database has maps and data about most of the earth's surface, including: terrain,
rivers, coastal and ocean areas, lighthouses, buildings and city plans. Data are retrievable in hard
copy or digital form.
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KEYWORDS: Earth Sciences
Environmental
Earth Resources Observation System (EROS Data Center)
(605)594-6511
Customer Relations
MUNPT Federal BWg
Sioux Falls, SD 57198
The EROS database is a storage and retrieval system containing images and photographs of the
earth's surface features. Cataloged data are from the Department of Interior, NASA, the
Department of Defense and other sources. NASA materials indulde Landsat imagery and data frorr
Sky lab, Apollo and Gemini spacecrafts. Searches are primarily by geographic point location or a
rectangular area specified by latitude and longitude corner coordinates.
KEYWORDS: Earth Sciences
Earth Science Data Directory
(703) 648-4383
US Department of the Interior
Public Inquiries Offices
Reston, VA 22092
The objective of this directory is to identify, locate and make available scientific and technical
information about earth science and natural resource data sets maintained by state and federal
agencies. The system is an interactive computer directory providng referral to and information
about earth science-related data holdings.
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(703)860-6187
KEYWORDS: Earth Sciences
Environmental
Geographic Information Retrieval and Analysis System (GIRAS)
US Geological Survey, National Mapping Division
507 National Center
Room 1-C-107
Reston, VA 22092
The US Geological Survey produces land use and land cover maps and associated overlays for the
United States. These maps have been digitized, edited and incorporated into a digital database.
The data is available to the public in both graphic and digital form and statistics derived from the
database are published.
KEYWORDS: Earth Sciences
Meterologlcal and Geoastrophysical Abstracts
American Meteorological Society
45 Beacon Street
Boston, MA 02108
(617)227-2425
DIALOG
This bibliographic database contains citations to the worldwide scientific and technical literature on
the weather and on other earth sciences. It includes citations and abstracts on glaciers,
hydrology, physical oceanography, meterology, climatology, acronomy, planetary, atmospheres,
solar-terrestrial relations, cosmic rays, radioastronomy, and environmental scientific studies.
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Environmental
National Atlas of the United States of America
(703) 860-6336
NCIC, US Geological Survey
536 National Center
Reston, VA 22092
The US Geological Survey is in the process of updating "The National Atlas of the United States of
America" and will produce an "Interim Edition of the National Atlas". The Geological Survey also
provides tapes which are sold by information layers and geographical sections. Three information
layers are: boundaries, transportation, and hydrographic.
KEYWORDS: Earth Sciences
Bibliographic
National Environmental Data Referral Service (NEDRES)
(202) 634-7722
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
3300 Whhehaven Street, NW
Washington, DC 20235
BRS
This database indexes environmental data from all sources such as published documents,
computer media, ship's togs and private research. It includes climatology & meteorology,
oceanography, geophysics & geology, geography, hydrology, & limnology. Users can specify
environmental parameters, geographic locations and/or time periods and the database provides
descriptions of relevant data files with info about their locations, storage media and availability.
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KEYWORDS: Earth Sciences
Environmental
National Resources Inventory (NRI)
(202) 447-6267
US Department of Agriculture
Soil Conservation Services
P.O. Box 2890
Washington, DC 20013
This database contains basic information on the US natural resources such as land use, soil, water
and wind erosion, land ocver, conservation practices and treatment needs. These data are
collected on sample sites on private lands that were selected using a systematic randomized
sampling procedure. The data are site specific, but the data are considered reliable aggregated to
the state and national level.
KEYWORDS; Earth Sciences |K| (202) 634-7500
Environmental ^^
Surface Current Data System (SCUDS)
National Oceanographic Data Center,
2001 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20235
SCUDS contains over 4 million surface current observations, almost all obtained by the shipdrift
method. Data, data source, position (non-latitude-longitude, but geographic grid numbers to
six-minute squares), and current direction and speed are recorded for each observation. Most
observations are indirect determinations of ocean surface currents based on the ship drift method.
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COMPAT/HAZARD-FAILURE
(201)724-5859
Armament Research and Development Center
SMCAR-AET-O Building 351N
Dover, NJ 07801
COMPAT provides rapid access to compatibility data covering the effects of energetic materials
(explosives, propellents, pyrotechnics, etc.) on inert materials (polymers, metals, adhesives,
coatings, sealants, etc.) and vice versa. Retrieval information includes qualitative answers to
compatibility, information on tests used and results, and bibliographic references. COMPAT also
contains information on known deficiencies or problems of polymers.
KEYWORDS: Energy
(615)576-1272
Department of Energy's Remote Console Information System (DOE/RECON)
Office of Science and Technical Information
PO Box 62
Oak Ridge, TN 37831
DOE/RECON comprises the largest and most comprehensive files of worldwide energy information.
Its numerous databases cover such subject areas as energy conservation, storage and
conversion, coal, petroleum, natural gas, oil shale, and tar sands; solar, geothermal, and nuclear
energy; fusion and reactor technology; other synthetic and natural fuels; wind and tidal power; and
energy management and policy.
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KEYWORDS; Engineering
Bibliographic
Computerized Engineering Index (COMPENDEX)
Engineering Information Inc.
345 East 47th Street
New York, NY 10017
(212)705-7000
BRS, DIALOG, ORBIT,
STN
COMPENDEX is an index of world literature on engineering as published in The Engineering Index.
It indexes journals, books and technical reports in all engineering disciplines and related areas in
science and management. It contains more than a million records dating back to 1970 and about
9,500 are added each month. Each entry contains bibliographic data.
KEYWORDS! Environmental
Antarctic
Cold
(603) 646-4221
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers IjSjmui ORBIT
Cold Regions Research and Engineering qgjr^
Laboratory, 72 Lyme Road
Hanover, NH 03755
Cold contains environmental information on some of the Earth's coldest regions. It includes journal
articles, maps, monographs, patents, conference papers and technical reports. Antarctic material
predominates, but sub-Antarctic islands, the Antarctic Ocean, and the Arctic are included.
Information is included on how snow, ice, permanently frozen ground and glaciers affect civil
angineering, navigation, transportation, and the way physical materials behave.
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KEYWORDS: Environmental
Bibliography
Environmental Bibliography
DIALOG
Contains citations to literature on the environment, including water, air, soil, and noise pollution,
solid waste management, health hazards, urban planning and other related topics.
KEYWORDS: Environmental
Health
Environmental Health News
(201)865-7500
Occupational Health Services Inc.
400 Plaza Drive
Secaucus, NJ 07094
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Services Inc.
Environmental Health News contains the full text of news briefs on environmental and occupational
health, including government guidelines, regulations and court decisions. Proposed legislation and
new laws are added as information becomes available. Major input is from the National Institute of
Occupational Safety and Health, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency. It starts in 1981.
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US Army Corps of Engineers Program
909 West Nevada Street
Urbana,IL61801
(217)333-1369
ETIS is comprised of three major systems that provide information resources and analysis tools
designed as aids in environmental planning and impact statements. The interactive systems are:
the Environmental Impact Computer System (EICS), the Economic Impact Forescast System
(EIFS) and the Computer-aided Environmental Legislative Data system (CELDS).
KEYWORDS: Environmental
Information Systems
National Environmental Data Referral Service (NEDRES)
(202) 634-7722
Bibliographic Retrieval
Systems (BBS)
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Nedres Program Office
3300 White Haven St., NW
Washington, DC 20235
NEDRES covers climatological, meteorological, oceanographic, geophysical, geological,
geographic, hydrotogical and limnological data. Each record includes title or name of data source;
descriptions of purpose and general characteristics of the data; data collection methods; data
processing and qualtiy control; time period; geographic area; names of observed or computed
parameters and variables; and general descriptors such as chemical compound and biological
organism names.
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Naval Environmental Protection Support Services (NEPSS)
(805)982^711
Naval Energy and Environmental Support Activity
US Department of the Navy
Port Hueneme, CA 93043
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This system contains over 10 years of data on environmental monitoring including hazardous
waste, PCBs, oil spills, and air emissions. Types of data available include: hazardous material
cleanup and disposal; assessment and control of installation pollutants; chemical spill cleanups
and effects; oily waste management, cleanup and effects; ship-to-shore pollutant discharge;
wastewater management; air emissions; legislative reviews; and impact analysis.
KEYWORDS: Environmental Impact Statements
(217)333-1369
ETIS
Environmental Impact Computer System (EICS)
Environmental Technical Information Systems
University of Illinois
909 West Nevada
Urbana, IL61801
This system identifies types of potential impact due to changes in activities and guides baseline
investigations and discussion of anticipated environmental consequences in an Environmental
Assessment/Environmental Impact Statement (EA/EIS). Using data supplied by the planner, EICS
builds a "need to consider matrix of likely environmental problems associated with the proposed
activity. The matrix highlights those areas which require special attention in an EA/EIS.
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KEYWORDS; Fertilizer Data
Canadian Fertilizer
Canadian Fertilizer Institute
350 Sparks Street, Suite 602
Ottawa, Canada K1A7S8
(613)238-8121
Chase Econometrics
This is a compendium of historical Canadian fertiliter data for nutrients and nutrient products. It
covers application rates, imports and exports, shipments, production, fertilizer and line
expenditures, Canadian farm price index, consumption, prices and year-end inventory for
ammonia, nitrogen solutions urea, ammonia phosphate, phosphoric solutions, residual
phosphates, potassium chloride, potassium magnesium sulfate and potassium sulfate.
KEYWORDS! Fertilizer Data
Fertilizer Forecast
Chase Econometrics
150 Monument Road
BalaCynwid, PA 19004
(215)667-6000
Chase Econometrics
This database includes forecasts of prices, production, stocks, and demand for fertilizers in the
U.S. and their major raw materials - nitrogen, phosphates and potash. Data is organized in more
than 350 quarterly and yearly time series, each projected eight periods into the future. A quarterly
summary analysis in included. Data is obtainnnd from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and other
government agencies. Historical data starts in 1955.
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(703) 379-2480
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American Geological Institute
4220 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22302
DIALOG, ORBIT
This is a comprehensive index of work by geologists and geophysicists important for groundwater
monitoring and other purposes. It includes mineralology, economic geology, the structure of
geological formations, the distribution of geological features, environmental and engineering
studies, geochemistry, geochronology, geomorphology, stratigraphy, igneous and metamorphic
petrology, solid-earth physics and paleontology.
KEYWORDS: Ground Water
Water; Surface Water
National Groundwater Information Center Data Base (NGWIC)
National Water Well
Association
The NGWIC data base contains references on the occurrence and utilization of surface and ground
water, and on water well technology. Indexed titles include trade and technical journals and
newsletters, books, and government documents. Because EPA established the National
Groundwater Information Center, there is special emphasis in the data base on EPA-sponsored
reports.
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KEYWORDS: Ground Water
Water
National Water Data Storage Retrieval System (NWDSRS)
Geological Survey
437 National Center
Reston, VA 22092
(703) 860-6877
This system contains the following subfiles on surface & ground water: 1) Stations Header File:
index of water data storage sites; 2) Daily Value File: daily parameters such as streamflow,
groundwater levels, & water temperatures; Peak Flow File includes records on annual max stream
flow & gauge height values; 3) Water Quality Files: analytical results describing biological,
chemical & physical water; & 4) Ground Water Site Inventory File: info on groundwater sites.
KEYWORDS: Ground Water
Waterline
National Water Well Association
CompuServe Consumer
Information Service
Provides access to a wide variety of information on the quality and quantity of U.S. groundwater
resources. Includes full text of relevant state and federal regulations covering ground water
leasing and public information brochures on ground water.
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KEYWORDS: Hazardous Materials
Hazardous Materials Incident Reporting System
US Department Transportation
DHM-63, Room 8112, 400 7th St.,SW
Washington, DC
This database provides a statistical compilation of all accidents and incidents involving hazardous
materials. The system contains information on each reported incident and consists of data
elements such as: the date of the accident, location, shipper, carrier, commodity involved and
other detailed information concerning the packaging and nature of the incident.
KEYWORDS: Hazardous Materials
(202) 426-0266
Pollution Incident Reporting System (PIRS)
US Coast Guard Headquarters
2100 Second Street, SW
Washington, DC 20593
PIRS contains information about all spills of hazardous materials, oil and other pollutants that have
been reported to the US Coast Guard since 1973. Data are used for management, statistical and
public information purposes. Records contain the following type of data: spill dates, location, type,
affected resources, cause, source, and quantity; cleanup party, materials, duration, and cost; and
penalty action and results. Environmental impact statements are also stored.
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HAZARDLINE
Occupational Health Services Inc.
400 Plaza Drive
Secaucus, NJ 07094
(201)865-7500
Occupational Health
Services
This database contains descriptive information about hazardous substances and the standards
and regulations set by the OSHA, the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, the
EPA and the American National Standards Institute. Data about specific substances includes
physical and chemical descriptions, safety precautions while handling it, symptoms of exposure,
emergency treatments and first aid.
KEYWORDS: Health
Bibliographic
CLEARINGHOUSE ON HEALTH INDEXES
(202) 245-6296
Department of Health and Human Services
200 Independence Ave, SW
Washington, DC
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This database contains citations & abstracts of literature about health indexes. The system
includes published & unpublished materials in a variety of languages; book reviews; and info about
forthcoming conferences, meetings, seminars, etc., relating to the development/application of
health measures. "Health indexes" refers to the overall health of an individual or group, and
concerns measures of health, not disease.
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KEYWORDS: Hydrologlc
Water Quality
National Stream Quality Accounting Network (NASQAN)
(703) 648-6848
National Water Data Exchange
MS-421,12202 Sunrise Valley Drive
Reston, VA 22092
U.S.G.S. National Water
Data Exchange
(NAWDEX)
NASQAN contains more than 150 hydrologic measurements collected at daily, monthly and
quarterly intervals from than 500 monitoring stations in the U.S. Included are levels of pesticides
and radioactive elements, physical descriptions of streams, biological assays of water quality and
sediment measurements. It is compiled by the U.S. Geological Survey.
KEYWORDS: Industry
EIS Industrial Plants
(201)267-3600
Economic Information Systems Inc.
310 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10017
DIALOG, Control Data
Corporation
The EIS Industrial Plants database includes current information on 67,000 industrial firms with
establishments of 20 or more employees in the U.S. The establishments included accounts for
approximately 90 percent of the total value of U.S. industrial activities. Each record contains a
plant name, location, telephone number, principal products (by 4 or 5 digit SIC), annual sales,
estimated share of the market, employment and parent company.
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Industrial Directory
Chief, Economics Surveys Division
Bureau of the Census FB 3, Rm 2575
Washington, DC 20233
This system is a collection of all business firms and their office and plant addresses. It is compiled,
maintained & used by the Bureau of the Census. It contains basic economic information on five and
a half million businesses. The following information is maintained for each company: primary &
secondary name, mailing & actual address, standard industrial classification code, enterprise
code, legal form of organization & employer id & directory id numbers.
KEYWORDS: Industry
PAPERCHEM
The Institute of Paper Chemistry
PO Box 1039
Apleton,WI54912
(414)734-9251
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Chemistry, forms the basis of PAPERCHEM. It covers the scientific and technical literature of
pulp, paper and board-manufacturing and utilizing industries. It includes engineering, process
control, wood chemistry, forestry, silviculture, technologies, practices, raw materials, products
and environmental concerns.
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Rubber and Plastics Research Association Abstracts (RAPRA)
Rubber and Plastics Research Association
Shawbury
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England SY44NR
DIALOG
RAPRA consists of abstracts and citations of commercial, technical and research aspects of the
rubber and plastics industry. It includes information on synthesis, polymerization, natural rubber
cultivation, raw materials, compounding ingredients, engineering, patents, economics, hazards,
toxicrty, industrial hygiene and analytical techniques. Bibliographic data comes from journal
articles, government reports, patents monographs, and published proceedings.
KEYWORDS: Legal Action
Bibliographic
Litigation Support System (LSS)
(202) 724-7530
Civil Division
US Department of Justice
Washington, DC 20530
This system manages a large number of litigation documents for such case topics as asbestos,
radiation, student loan, and toxic substances. This is a multi-year effort involving millions of
records, many of which are restricted.
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Regulations; Water; Air
Air/Water Pollution Report
Business Publishers, Inc.
951 Pershing Dr
Silver Spring, Md 20910
(301)587-6300
News Net, Inc.
This data base contains Air/Water Pollution Report (full text), which is a newsletter that covers air
and water pollution. It concentrates on environmental laws and regulations, especially on the
Clean Air and Clean Water Acts.
KEYWORDS: Legislation
Electronic Legislative Search System (ELSS)
Commerce Clearing House, Inc.
2700 Lake Cook Road
Riverwoods, IL60015
(312) 940-4600, ext. 2330
Commerce Clearing House
Information on both state and federal legislation is available through this system. Users can
search for information by subject, jurisdiction, bill number, sponsor, date, or type of action. This
database covers bills introduced into any state legislature or Congress, is updated daily to include
bill introductions, committee actions, floor actions, gubernatorial or presidential actions, hearing
notices, passage or defeat, and enactment or veto.
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KEYWORDS: Legislation
Regulations
Environment Reporter (ENVREP, ER)
(800) 862-4636
The Bureau of National Affairs, Inc.
1231 25th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20037
LEXIS (from Mead Data
Central)
ENVREP contains legislative, regulatory, judicial, industrial, and technical activities and
developments in the environmental area. Specific topics covered include: air pollution control,
water supply and pollution control, solid waste disposal, hazardous waste, oil pollution control,
radioactive waste control, environmental impact statements, land use and mining reclamation,
coastal zone management, utilization of natural resources, and re-use of waste materials.
KEYWORDS: Legislation
LEGIS
(202)225-1772
2nd and D Street, SW
House Annex 2, Room 696
Washington, DC 20515
This Congressional database is maintained to give you current information about the status of any
legislation, pending or passed. On request, staff members will search the database for your and
either tell you the status over the phone or mail you a printout. There is a printout charge of 20
cents per page for mailed, but the service itself is free.
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Bibliographic
Biosclences Information Service Previews (BIOSIS)
Biosciences Information Service
2100 Arch Street
Philadephia, PA 19103
(215)587-4800
DIALOG, ORBIT
BIOSIS includes accounts of original research yearly from nearly 9,000 primary journal and
monograph titles, symposia, reviews, preliminary reports, selected institutional and government
reports and research communications. It includes agriculture, bacteriology, biochemistry,
bioengineering, biophysics, botany, cell biology, environmental biology, microbiobgy,
parasitology, public health, radiation biology, systematic biology, toxicology and zoology.
KEYWORDS: Marine Sciences
Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries Abstracts (ASFA)
Cambridge Scientific Abstracts
5161 River Rd.
Bethesda, Md20816
(301)951-1400
Aquatic Sciences
This data base contains citations with abstracts to literature on science, technology, and
management of marine, brackish, and freshwater environments. It includes these and related
subjects: agriculture; aquatic biology; ecology and ecosystems; environmental studies; fisheries;
limnology; marine biology, pollution, and technology; and water pollution.
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Environmental; Water
Marine Ecosystems Analysis Data System
Pacific Office, Coastal and Estuarine
7600 Sand Point Way, NE
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 526-6343
This system contains voluminous quantities of marine related data. It includes geological, chemical
and biological data on level, sources, rates and effects of contaminants in sediments, water
column and biota.
KEYWORDS: Marine Sciences
Oceanic Abstracts
(301)951-1400
Cambridge Scientific Abstracts
5161 River Road
Bethesda, MD20816
DIALOG
This bibliographic database covers oceanography and marine sciences including marine geology,
geophysics, meteorology, acoustics, optics, remote sensing, engineering, mining, biology, law,
government, desalination, diving, deep-sea studies, coastal and offshore resources, shipping,
buoys, submersible devices, oceanic pollution and fisheries.
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Health
MEDLINE
National Library of Medicine
8600 Rockville Pike
Bethesda, MD 20209
(301)496-6193
National Library of
Medicine
This data base contains approximately 600,000 references to biomedical journal articles published
in the current and two proceeding years. An English abstract, if published with the article, is
frequently included. The articles are from 3,000 journals published in the U.S. and to foreign
countries, as well as from selected monographs.
KEYWORDS: Nuclear Waste
Nuclear Waste News
Business Publishers, Inc.
951 Pershing Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301)587-6300
NewsNet
This data base consists of news items on nculear waste issues. It is prepared by Business
Publishers Inc.
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National Pesticide Information Retrieval System (NPIRS)
Department of Entomology
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN 47907
Department of
Entomology Purdue
University
NPIRS has data on federally & state registered pesticides, with the manufacturing company name,
type of formulations, type of active ingredients, brand name, pests that the product controls &
tolerance levels for food crop uses. A valuable source of information about pesticides that is
available in NPIRS is the Pesticide Fact Sheets that are prepared as new pesticides are first
registered, or as registration standards or special reviews are completed for old pesticides.
KEYWORDS: Pesticides
Agriculture; Environment
Pest Control Literature Documentation (PESTDOC)
(703) 790-0400
Derwent Publications Ltd.
6845 Elm Street, Suite 500
McLean, VA 22101
ORBIT
This database relates to agriculture and the environment. PESTDOC covers the scientific
literature on pesticides, herbicides, and plant protection to meet the requirements of
manufacturers of agricultural chemicals other than fertilizers. It covers analytical techniques,
biology, chemistry, toxicology, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, molluscides and rodenticides.
It is updated quarterly.
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Bibliographic
American Petroleum Institute Literature (APILIT)
American Petroleum Institute
156 William Street
New York, NY 10038
(212)587-9660
ORBIT
APILIT is a reference to literature about petroleum refining and the petrochemical industry. It
covers transportation and storage of petroleum, refinery, engineering, alternative energy, pollution
and conservation with material from trade and technical journals, business magazines, financial
and news reports, conference proceedings and government reports. It starts in 1964 and is
updated monthly.
KEYWORDS: Physical jjjjjjfll (202)634-7500
Chemical; Pollution J**
National Oceanographic Data Center (NODC)
User Services Branch
2001 Wisconsin Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20235
There are basically two types of data available from this system: 1) scientific and technical data; 2)
related management information. Grouped into three broad categories the database archives and
disseminates physical/chemical data (current, temperature, salinity, nutrients, marine
meteorology; biological data (basic marine biological measurements) and pollution data.
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Chemicals
National Standard Reference Data System (NSRDS)
(301)975-2208
Office of Standard Reference Data
A 320 Physics Building
National Bureau of Standards
Garthersburg, MD 20899
NSRDS contains databases of evaluated physical and chemical properties of substances. The
system supports NBS1 responsibility to promote numerical data in the physical sciences. The
evaluations are carried out through a national network of 22 NSRDS Centers and special projects
conducted by universities, government laboratories and industry. Each center is responsible for a
well-defined technical scope and for compiling a comprehensive indexed bibliographic file.
KEYWORDS: Pollution
Abstracts
Pollution Abstracts
(301)951-1400
Cambridge Scientific Abstracts
5161 River Road
Bethesda, MD20816
BRS, DIALOG
Pollution Abstracts contains bibliographic abstracts on pollution research and engineering studies
which are compiled by Cambridge Scientific Abstracts. This data base contains citations, with
abstracts, to the worldwide technical and non-technical literature on pollution research, sources,
and controls. Covers air, water, land, thermal noise, and rediological pollution; pesticides; sewage
and waste treatment; environmental action; and toxicity and health.
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Storage and Retrieval of Aerometrlc Data (SAROAD)
Sigma Data Services Corporation
5515 Security Lane
Rockville, MD 20852
(301)231-0644
Boeing Computer
Services
SAROAD contains some 350,000 measurements of pollution levels from 4,500 monitoring stations
around the U.S. collected by the EPA. Data include the type of pollutant measured and the method
used to measure it.
KEYWORDS: Population
Bibliographic
Population Information Online (POPLINE)
National Library of Medicine
8600 Rockville Pike
Bethesda, MD 20209
(301)496-6193
National Library of
Medicine
POPLINE contains about 147,200 citations and abstracts to journal articles, monographs, and
technical reports in the field of population, including base research in demography.
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KEYWORDS: Regulations
Energy; Environment; Safety
Compliance Alert; Federal Register Digest
Bureau of Law and Business, Inc.
CompuServe Consumer
Information Service;
NewsNet, Inc.
Contains summaries of federal regulations pertaining to the environment, waste management,
energy, and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Covers relevant sections
of the Federal Register and the Code of Federal Regulations.
KEYWORDS: Regulations
Environmental; Legislation
Compliance Management Report
Bureau of Law & Business, Inc.
NewsNet, Inc.
Contains full text of Compliance Management Report, a newsletter on legal and practical problems
encountered in complying with federal laws and regulations in the environmental protection and
occupational health and safety areas. Covers air pollution, hazardous materials and wastes, and
technologies supporting compliance with regulations.
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KPYWORDS: Regulations
Legislation
Computer-Aided Environmental Legislative Data System (CELDS)
US Army Corps of Engineers Program
909 West Nevada Street
Urbana, IL
CELDS is an information bank of abstracted state & federal environmental laws, regulations &
standards. Intended for use by the lay person, legislative information is written in straightforward
narrative style. Abstracts are classified in the system by fields ranging from air quality to
transportation. CELDS contains 12 fields of info on each abstracted data record including
bibliographic reference, geographical/political scope, table of environmental attributes, &
keywords.
KEYWORDS: Regulations
(800) 633-0366
Envlronet
ERT, A Resource Engineering Company
696 Virginia Road
Concord, MA 01742
ERT
Environet is a regulatory data base of federal and state environmental compliance requirements. It
covers all major federal regulations governing air, water, and waste mangement as well as
corresponding regulations for 13 states (AL, IL, LA, OH, OK, PA, TN, TX, VA, NJ, NY, Ml, CA).
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KEYWORDS: Regulations
Environmental
Environmental Compliance Information Services
Information for Public Affairs
1900 14th Street
Sacramento, CA 95840
(916)444-0840
Information for Public
Affairs
This system provides a customized profile of federal and state environmental requirements. For
each requirement the data base contains a summary of the regulation; description of monitoring,
reports, and recordkeeping requirements; the name of the promulgating agency; and the
regulation's citation. Updates are completed periodically.
KEYWORDS: Regulations
Federal Register Abstracts
National Standards Association
5161 River Road
Bethesda, MD20816
(301)951-1310
DIALOG, ORBIT
Federal Register Abstracts provides comprehensive coverage of federal regulatory agency actions
as published in the Federal Register, the official U.S. government publication of regulations,
proposed rules, and legal notices issued by federal agencies. Included are references to meetings
and hearing notices, public laws, and rules taking effect each day. Sources also include
Presidential proclamations, executive orders, and Presidential determinations.
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(202) 274-7633
Defense Technical Information Center Collection (DTIC Online, DROLS)
US Department of Defense
Building 5, Cameron Station
Alexandria, VA 22314
DTIC maintains data banks with information about planned, ongoing, and completed DOD-related
research and development activities. The collection is multi-displinary in scope and spans all fields
of science and technology, covering topics such as: aeronautics, missile technology, navigation,
space and technology, nuclear science, biology, chemistry, environmental science,
oceanography, computer science, and human factors engineering.
KEYWORDS: Research
Electrical
Electric Power Data Base
(415)855-2411
DIALOG
Electric Power Research Institute
Technical Information Center
PO Box 10412
Pate Arto.CA 94303
This database consists of summaries of all ongoing and completed research projects conducted
by the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), Canadian Electrical Association, Central
Research Institute for Electric Power Industry (CRIEPI) in Japan, and many other electric power
research projects conducted by electric utilities and various research organizations. Many of
these projects are environmentally oriented.
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Federal Research In Progress (FEDRIP)
(703) 487-4807
U.S. Department of Commerce
5285 Port Royal Road
Springfield, VA 22161
DIALOG, Mead Data
Central
FEDRIP contains descriptions of current and recently completed federal research projects in the
physical sciences, engineering and life sciences. Some 70,000 records are added each year.
Most records contain project title, keywords, date when the project started, estimated completion
date, project manager, organizations sponsoring and conducting the research, a descriptive
summary and a progress report. It is updated twice a year.
KEYWORDS: Research
Solid Waste
Solid Waste Management
Environment Canada
351 St. Joseph Boulevard
Hull, Quebec, Canada K1A OH3
(613)997-3800
Questel, Inc.
This a record of Canadian research projects in the handling and disposal of solid wastes. Project
descriptions, results, personnel and costs are included. Most projects were government funded.
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Bibliographic; Waste
Waste Management and Resource Recovery
International Research &
Evaluation
Contains citations, with abstracts, to the worldwide literature covering solid, liquid, hazardous, and
nuclear waste management; water quality; toxic substances; land reclamation; and resources
recovery. Ehphasis in these areas is on air pollution, agricultural engineering, civil engineering,
food science, geology, and nuclear science. Sources inlcude government reports, journal articles,
monographs, proceedings, news items, patents, and other databases.
KEYWORDS: Safety gni (513)684-8317
Health W
Document Information Directory System (DIDS)
Information Retrieval and Analyses Section
4676 Columbia Parkway
Cincinnati, OH 45226
DIDS contains a listing of all materials produced by the National Institute for Occupational Safety
and Health (NIOSH). The system includes: technical assistance reports, contract and grams
reports, health-hazard evaluations, current intelligence bulletins, criteria documents, and
speeches by NIOSH officials.
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National Referral Center
Resources Analysis Secton
Library of Congress
Washington, DC 20540
(202)287-5108
The database of the now defunct Library of Congress' National Referral Center still exists. This
databank consists of a directory listing more than 12,000 organizations or individuals qualified to
provide information on topics primarily in science, technology and social sciences to the general
public. A typical citation contains the names of the resource, mailing address, telephone number,
areas of interest, special collections, databases, publications and special services.
KEYWORDS: Science
Technology
National Technical Information Service (NTIS)
NTIS
Office of Product Management
Springfield, VA 22161
(703) 487-4929
Bibliographic Retrieval
System (BRS); CISTI;
DIALOG; Mead Data
Central Systems
NTIS contains over 1 million citations to unrestricted technical reports from U.S. & non-U.S.
government-sponsored research, development, and engineering analyses. Major areas covered
include the biological, social, and physical sciences, mathematics, engineering & business
information, h includes announcements of computer-readable software & data files, U.S.
Government-owned inventions, selected reprints, & federally sponsored translations.
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KEYWORDS: Socloeconomic
Planning
Economic Impact Forecast System (EIFS)
(217)333-1369
ETIS
Environmental Technical Information Systems
University of Illinois
909 West Nevada
Urbana, IL61801
A tool for planners, EIFS provides an assortment of information useful for calculating
socioeconomic changes resulting from public and private planning activities. The system points
out severe impacts early in the decision-making process so that alternatives may be considered.
EIFS has statistics for all countries and parishes in the country.
KEYWORDS: Soil
Environmental
Soil Conservation Map Unit Use File
Statistical Laboratory
212 Snedecor Hall
Ames, IA 50011
The database contains map unit data for soil surveys done by or in cooperation with the USDA Soil
Conservation Service. The data are stored in three data sets. The first is the survey area file which
contains one reocrd for each survey area. The second data set is the map unit file contains one
record for each map unit and includes such items as: map symbol, map unit name, and acreage.
The third data set is the map unit component file.
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Environmental
Soils Information Retrieval Systems (SIRS)
ETIS
Contains 20,000 records compiled from the Soil Conservation Service's reports on the
characteristics and interpretive properties of all soils in the United States. Examples of soil
information include use restrictions, potential habitat, description of soil and much more.
Information is organized only by soil series.
KEYWORDS: Technology Transfer fffijfil (301)427-7454
HOMS Reference Manual Hydrology Techniques
HOMS National Reference Center
8060 13th Street, Room 1432
Silver Spring, MD 20910
The HOMS Reference Manual documents all operational hydrological techniques offered for
technology transfer. The database contains a contact point and description for more than 300
separate technologies submitted by the meterological and hydrological services of the World
Meterological Association, included in each description is the technology's purpose, scientific
techniques and procedures.
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Bibliographic; Chemicals
Chemical Exposure
Chemical Effects Information Center
Oak Ridge National Library
Oakridge, TN 38731
(615)574-0390
DIALOG, U.S. DOE
(RECON)
Contains citations to literature on chemicals that have been identified in human biological media
and reported effects of metals, pesticides, and other substances on the human body. Each record
includes bibliographic information, CAS systematic name and Registry Number, chemical
properties, formulas, synonyms, tissue levels measured, analytical method used, number and sex
of cases, demographic samples, health effects, geographic location, and animal studied.
KEYWORDS: Toxicology
Health; Safety; Bibliographic
NIOSHTIC
National Institute of
Occupational Safety and
Health
This data base contains more than 100,000 bibliographic citations and abstracts of occupational
safety and health materials pertaining mainly to toxicology. Input is gathered from U.S. and foreign
literature, the personnel files of several distinguished people in the fields, and foreign trade.
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Systems Application, Inc.
Systems Application, Inc.
PROFILE was developed to provide a structured method for abstracting, storing, and retrieving
toxicological data, tt contains chemicals found in the urban atmosphere, water, coal, and as
environmental pollutants; including many organic compounds but less than ten inorganic
compounds, pesticides, and metals. PROFILE data records contain information on a total of about
300 chemicals.
KEYWORDS: Toxicology
(513)533-8302
Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances (RTECS)
National Institute for Occupational Safety and
4676 Columbia Parkway
Cincinnati, OH 45226
CIS
RTECS is a compendium of test results of more than 100,000 toxicological measurements carried
out on more than 60,000 chemicals. Data include Chemical Abstracts Service numbers and
registry numbers, chemical formulae, alternative names, short-and long-term in vitro findings, in
vitro mutagenesis results, and data on irritation of the eye and skin by each material.
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Toxicology Data Bank
National Library of Medicine
8600 Rockville Pike
Bethesda, MD 20209
(301)496-6193
This data base contains data on substances that are of known or potential toxicity & to which
substantial populations are exposed. Data elements are grouped into several classes of
information, including: SUBSTANCE IDENTIFICATION; MANUFACTURING/USE; CHEMICAL AND
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES; TOXICITY/BIOMEDICAL EFFECTS; ENVIRONMENTAL
FATE/EXPOSURE POTENTIAL; & MONITORING & ANALYSIS METHODS.
KEYWORDS: Toxicology
Chemicals
TOXLINE
National Library of Medicine
8600 Rockville Pike
Bethesda, MD 20209
(301)496-6193
DIALOG
This compilation covers worldwide development in the toxicology of drugs, chemicals, pesticides,
environmental pollutants, mutagens and teratogens. TOXLINE includes bibliographic files
prepared by the Oak Ridge National Laboratory. This data base contains: ABSTRACTS ON
HEALTH EFFECTS OF ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTANTS (HEEP), CHEMICAL-BIOLOGICAL
ACTIVITIES (CBAC), and PESTICIDES ABSTRACTS.
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Transportation Research Information Service (TRIS)
Transportation Research Board
2101 Constitution Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20418
(202) 334-3250
DIALOG
TRIS consists of transportation research information for air, highway, rail and maritime transport;
mass transit; and information from the Highway Research Information Service, Maritime Research
Information Service, Railroad Information Service, and Air Transportation Information Service. It
covers regulations, legislation, energy, environment, safety, materials, design, construction,
maintenance technology, operations, traffic control and communication.
KEYWORDS: Water
Waste; Bibliographic
AQUALINE
(049)166-531
Water Research Center
Medmenham Laboratory
Marlow, Buckinghamshire, England SL7 2HD
DIALOG
This data base includes over 87,000 citations, with abstracts, to literature (worldwide) on aspecls
of waste water, water, and the aquatic environment. Relevant topics are: (1) surface water, (2)
waste water treatment, (3) groundwater, (4) water sampling and analysis, (5) groundwater pollution
(6) drinking water quality, (7) sludge utilization and other related topics.
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Catalog of Information on Water Data
US Geological Survey
417 National Center
Reston, VA 22090
(703) 648-4383
This computer file contains entries on streams, lakes, reservoirs, estuaries, and ground water. It
contains sources, measurement locations, parameter types, frequency of measurement, and
periods of record for data-acquisition programs of Federal/non-Federal agencies and
organizations. It also contains water-data collection techniques for surface water, ground water,
sediment, biological and micro-biological quality of surface and ground water.
KEYWORDS: Water
Current Meter Data
(202) 634-7500
National Oceanographic Data Center
2001 Wisconsin Ave., NW
Washington, DC
This file contains time series measurements of ocean currents. These data are obtained from
current meter moorings and represent the Eulerian method of current measurement (i.e., the
meters are deployed at a fixed point and measure flow past a sensor). Position, bottom depth,
sensor depth, and meter characteristics are reported for each station. The data record comprises
values of east-west and north-south current vector components at specified date and time.
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MASTER WATER DATA INDEX (MWDI)
U.S. Geological Survey
421 National Center
Reston, VA 22092
(703) 648-4000
U.S. Geological Survey
NAWDEX Program Office
The MWDI contains about 500,000 sites throughout the U.S. from which water data (both surface
and ground) is collected. Site information includes: location, organization collecting information,
status of collection project and water quality parameter data. The data base can be searched by
geographical area, type of site, and longitude/latitude position.
KEYWORDS! Water
National Water Data Exchange (NAWDEX)
(703) 648-4000
U.S. Geological Survey
421 National Center
Reston, VA 22092
U.S. Geological Survey
National Water Data
Exchange
NAWDEX is a national system with information on the identification, location and acquisition of
water data. It contains two databases: WATER DATA SOURCES DIRECTORY, which contains
information about organizations that collect water-related data, and MASTER WATER DATA
INDEX, which provides information about individual sites at which surface-water, ground-water or
water-quality data are collected.
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KEYWORDS: Water
Environmental
Naval Operations Systems Center (NOSC)
Marine Environmental Support Office
Naval Ocean Systems Center
San Diego, CA 92152
(619)225-6609
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Information available from this system include baseline data consisting of water, sediment and
biological samples from Navy harbors. It provides the Navy with the scientifically sound and legally
defensible capability to deal with and solve problems concerning marine/environmental quality.
Data are available on real-time and discrete methods of measuring Navy contaminant in seawater,
advanced bioassay technical and permitting procedures.
KEYWORDS: Water
Selected Water Resources Abstracts
U.S. Geological Survey
421 National Center
Reston, VA 22092
(703) 648-4000
DIALOG, Soils Systems
Environmental Technical
Information Systems
This database corresponds to the printed Selected Water Resources Abstracts. It includes
citations and abstracts from journals, magazines, newspapers, government reports and
conference proceedings. Topics include water management and conservation, water quality,
resources planning, engineering and water-related law. It starts in 1968 and is updated monthly.
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KEYWORDS: Water
Environmental
Selected Water Resources Abstracts (SWRA)
Office of Water Resources and Technology
US Department of the Interior Geological Survey
Washington, DC 20240
The database offers a comprehensive range of water-related topics in the life, physical and
management of water. Subject coverage includes: nature and properties of water, water supply
augmentation and conservation, water quality management and control, water resoruce planning
and legal ramifications. SWRA contains abstracts for journals, monographs, reports, patents,
conference proceedings, court cases submitted to the Office of Water Research and Technology.
(703) 648-4000
KEYWORDS: Water
Aquatic Sciences; Hydrolgogic
Water Data Storage and Retrieval System (WATSTORE)
U.S. Geological Survey
421 National Center
Reston, VA 22092
This database stores the hydrologic data including the identification, location and physical
descriptions of sites; information on the river stages, streamflow values, water temperatures,
specific conductance values, sediment concentrations and discharges; peak streamflow and
stage values for surface water sites; stream discharge values, temperatures, and other
parameters.
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Water
Bibliographic; Aquatic Sciences
Water Resources Abstracts
(703) 648-4000
U.S. Geological Survey
421 National Center
Reston, VA 22092
DIALOG; U.S. Department
of Energy (RECON)
Water Resources Abstracts contains about 180,000 citations, with abstracts, to scientific and
technical literature on the water-resource-related aspects of the physical, social, and life
sciences. It covers related engineering and legal aspects of the characteristics, conservation,
control, use, and manaement of water resources. Topics covered include the nature of water and
water cycles; water quality management and protection; and water resources planning.
KEYWORDS: Water
Bibliographic
Water Resources Scientific Information Centers (WRSIC)
(202) 343-8435
US Department of the Interior
Washington, DC 20240
DOE (RECON); DIALOG
(Rle17)
WRSIC maintains a bibliographic database covering all scientific and technical information of
interest to the water resources community. Abstracts, indexes and bibliographic citations are
Provided for materials in the following fields: nature of water; resource data; water cycles;
engineering works; water supply augmentation and conservation; water quality management,
control and protection; manpower, grants and facilities; and scientific and technical information.
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Toxicity
Marine Toxic Substances and Pollutants
(202) 634-7500
National Oceanographic Data Center
2001 Wisconsin Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20235
This database contains dtaa on ambient concentrations of toxic substances and other pollutants in
the marine environment. The data are derived from laboratory analyses of samples of water,
sediment or marine organisms. Survey information includes platform type, start and end dates, the
name of the investigator and the name of the institution. Sample characteristics, collection
methods and laboratory techniques are reported for each sample collected and analyzed.
KEYWORDS: Water Pollution
Safety
Microbial Information System (MICRO-IS)
(301)496-9750
National Institute of Dental Research
National Institutes of Health
Bethesda, MD 20814
This system contains a wide variety of retrieval, management and editing functions used for marine
pollution and related food safety data, and maintains some Alaska Outer Continental Shelf
Environmental Assessment Program data for the National Oceanographic Data Center.
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National Marine Pollution Information System (NMPIS)
(202) 634-7441
NMPIS Data Manager
2001 Wisconsin Ave., NW, Page 1 Building
Washington, DC 20235
This database contains an automated catalog of all federally funded marine pollution projects. For
each project the following information is provided: types of studies, budget information,
investigation personnel, and other relevant project information.
KEYWORDS: Water Quality
DMS
(415)948-3919
Hydrocomp, Inc.
201 San Antonio Circle
Mountain View, CA 94040
Hydrocomp, Inc.
is compiled from field work and laboratory tests by U.S. Geological Survey, National Oceanic
and Atmospheric Administration, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. It contains
extensive water quality and hydrologic data. The file is updated on an irregular basis as new data
are submitted.
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KEYWORDS:
Waternet
Water Quality
Bibliographic
(303) 794-7711
American Water Works Association
6666 West Quincy Ave
Denver, CO 80235
DIALOG
Contains citations, with abstracts, to literature on water quality, analytical procedures for water
quality testing, water sysem materials, and environmental issues related to water. Includes these
specific topics: the drinking water industry, water pollution, health effects, toxicology. Items are
selected from books, conference proceeedings, journals, newsletters, standards, handbooks,
water quality standard test methods.
KEYWORDS: Weather
Climate Assessment Bulletin Board (CADB)
(301)763-8071
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
National Meteorological Center W353, WWB,
Room 201
Washington, DC 20233
The system is designed for easy public access and provides users with information about short
term climate conditions in the United States and throughout the world. Users can select from a
menu of 50 data files summarizing meteorological data on a weekly, monthly and seasonal basis.
Examples of data include: temperature, precipitation, weather indexes, heating and cooling days,
energy conditions, and assessment of climate on crops.
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Real Time Weather
(617)275-5300
Weather Services International Corporation
41 North Road
Bedford, MA 01730
WSI
This is a world wide weather database that contains hourly, daily, weekly, monthly and yearly
information from more than 4,000 observation points around the world. Weather stations in North
America provide surface readings every hour; overseas staions supply synoptic data every three
or six hours. Also included are riverstage and severe weather information, buoy and ship
observations, upper-air reports, precipitation, data, and general climatological data.
KEYWORDS: Weather
ZIPWTHR
(415)843-7600
Berkeley Solar Group
3140 Grove Street
Berkeley, CA 94703
Berkeley Solar Group
ZIPWTHR includes weather information from 250 representative places in the U.S. summarized by
month and hour. Data include temperature minimums, maximums and averages; healing and
Doling degree days and total solar energy received. Data is organized by zip code. It is compiled
ty NOAA's National Climatic Center.
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KEYWORDS: Wetlands
Environmental; Water
Internal Fish and Wildlife Service
(202) 343-3623
US Fish and Wildlife Service
18th and CSts., NW
RF Room 2356
Washington, DC 20240
This database contains information about the wetland management counties, the national wildlife
refugees, the administrative sites and the national fish hatcheries. It contains the name and
address of each of these sites, the state in which they are located and the date they were
established.
KEYWORDS: Zoology
Zoological Record
(215)587-4800
Biosciences Information Service
2100 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
This database includes worldwide zoological literature. It contains sections of various animal
groups, including protozoa, nematoda, pisces, reptilia, aves and mammalia Citations include
basic bibliographic information and the systematic classification of up to six levels. It is updated
bimonthly.
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Section G
Data Services
This section highlights the various data services, both commercially-
operated and federally-based, that provide information services to EPA.
Most of these data services are described by some of the following
attributes:
• Name of the Data Service
• Contact Name and Address
• Phone Number
Urcfl" Envimnmental Information Sources. Government Institutes, Inc.
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ADP Network Services, Inc.
175 Jackson Plaza
Ann Arbor, Ml 48106
Bibliographic Retrieval Service
1200 Route 7
Latham, NY 12110
Boeing Computer Services Company
7980 Boeing Court
Vienna, VA 22180
Chase Econometrics/Interactive Data
486 Totten Pond Road
Waltham, MA 02154
CIS-Chemical Information System
NLM MEDLARS Mgmt Section, 8600 Rockville
Pike
Bethesda, MD 20894
CISTI
National Research Council of Canada
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A OS2
Control Data Corporation
Business Information Services PO Box 7100
500 West Putnam Avenue
Greenwich, CT 06836
Data Resources Inc.
29 Hartwell Avenue
Lexington, MA 02173
(313) 769-6800
(518) 783-1161
(800) 833-4707
(703) 827-4603
(617) 890-1234
(301) 496-6193
(800) 638-8480
(613) 993-1210
(203) 622-2000
(617) 861-0165
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Dialog Information Services Inc.
3460 Hillview Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94304
(800) 227-1927
HELP-(800) 3-DIALOG
Environmental Technical Information Systems
University of Illinois
909 West Nevada
Urbana, IL 61801
General Electric Information Services
401 North Washington Street
Rockville, MD 20850
I.P. Sharp Associates
Box 418, Exchange Tower
2 First Canadian Place
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5X 1E3
Interior Department - EROS Data Center
Users Service EROS DATA CENTER
Sioux Falls, SD 57198
(217) 333-1369
(301) 340-3536
(416) 364-5361
(605) 594-6151
Interior Department - US Geodata
National Cartographic Information Center, USGS (703) 860-6045
507 National Center
Reston, VA 22092
Mead Data Central
9393 Springboro Pike (800) 227-4908
PO Box 933
Dayton, OH 45401
National Technical Information Service (NTIS)
Computer Products Support Group, NTIS (703) 487-4763
5285 Port Royal Road
Springfield, VA 22161
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(215) 527-8030
(800) 345-1301
(213) 820-4111
(800) 421-7229
(613) 238-3499
NewsNet Inc.
945 Haverford Road
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
ORBIT
SDC Search Service
2525 Colorado Avenue
Santa Monico, CA 90406
QL Systems Ltd.
112 Kent Street
Suite 1018
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1P 5P2
SCICON Ltd.
Brick Close
Kiln Farm
Milton Keyes, England Mk11 3EJ
STN
2540 Olentangy River Road
PO Box 02228
Columbus, OH 43202
Transportation Department - Transportation System Center
Users Service (617) 494-2078
Cambridge, MA 02142
(0908) 565-656
(614) 421-3600
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Section H
Other Federal Contacts
This section contains important contacts at other federal agencies,
administrations, committees, and councils with environmental concerns.
For each of these organizations, a contact name and phone number, as
well as a brief abstract describing the purpose of the organization is
provided. Representatives from the Federal Agency Environmental
Roundtable are also included. The Federal Agency Roundtable meets on
amonthy basis with representatives from the EPA to discuss the latest
EPA regulations and to keep abreast of the frequent changes in laws,
legislation, and policies.
Included in this listing are environmental contacts from the following
organizations:
Department of Agriculture
Department of Commerce
Department of Defense
Department of Health and Human Services
Department of Housing and Urban Development
Department of Justice
Department of Labor
Department of the Air Force
Department of the Army
Department of the Interior
Department of the Navy
Department of Transportation
Executive Office of the President
Legislative Branch
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Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts
Director, Federal Courts
(202) 633-6097
Agriculture, Department of
Assistant Secretary for Economics • Economic Research Service
John E. Lee, Jr., Administrator
(202) 447-8104
Assistant Secretary for Science and Education
Orville G. Bentley, Assistant Secretary
(202) 447-5923
Assistant Secretary for Science and Education - Agricultural Research
Service
Terry B. Kinney, Jr., Administrator
(202) 447-3656
Assistant Secretary for Science and Education - Extension Service
Myron D. Johnsrud, Administrator for Extension (202) 447-3377
Community Communication and Public Affairs
Donald L. Nelson
(202) 447-2602
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Bill Opfer
(202)235-8019
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OTIHIEE FEDERAL CONTACTS
General Information Services
Locator
(202) 447-2791
Governmental and Public Affairs
Wilmer D. Mizell, Asst. Secretary
(202) 447-7977
Natural Resources and Environment
George S. Dunlop, Assistant Secretary
(202) 447-7173
Natural Resources and Environment - Forest Service
F. Dale Robertson, Chief
(202) 447-6661
Natural Resources and Environment - Soil Conservation Service
Wilson Scaling, Chief (202) 447-4525
Air Force, Department of the
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Gary D. Vest
(202) 697-9297
Office of the Secretary
Gary D. Vest, Deputy for Environment and
(202) 697-9297
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Public Affairs
Public Information Contact
Army, Department of the
Army Corp of Engineers
Gen. E.R. Heiberg, III, Chief of Engineers
(202) 697-1128
(202) 272-0001
Army Corp of Engineers - Civil Works
Lt. Col. Kit Valentine, Chief, Environmental
(202) 272-0166
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Lewis D Walker
(202) 695-7824
Health Effects Branch
William R. Hartley, Toxicologist
(202) 382-7589
Office of the Secretary
Col. Jay B. Gensler, Assistant for the
(202) 695-7824
Public Affairs
Public Information Contact
(202) 697-4122
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U.S. Army Blomedlcal Search and Development Laboratory
Dr. Thomas Miller (301) 663-2014
Central Intelligence Agency
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
James New (202) 482-6204
Commerce, Department of
Environmental Data and Information Service
Office Contact (202) 655-4000
Environmental Research Laboratories
Laboratory Contact (303) 497-3000
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Ed Wilczynski (202) 377-5181
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Frank Monteferrante (202) 377-4208
National Marine Fisheries Service
William E. Evans, Assistant Administrator (301) 427-2239
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FEPEMAL CONTACTS
National Ocean Survey
Office Contact
(301) 443-8708
National Toxicology Program
Dr. Dorothy Canter, Coordinator
(301) 496-3511
National Weather Service
Public Affairs Office
(301) 427-7622
NOAA, Ocean Pollution Data and Information Network (OPDIN)
Laurence Arnold
(202) 673-5539
NOAA, Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management
Coastal Programs Division
(202) 673-5158
Public Affairs
Public Information Contact (202) 377-3263
Defense Logistics Agency
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Jan Rertman
(202) 274-6967
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OTIHIEM FEUD1EEAIL (CONTACTS
Defense, Department of
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
LTC Joseph Martone (202) 475-8799
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Patricia Janssen (202) 325-2215
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Camilla Day (202) 688-6054
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Bill Parker (202) 695-7820
General Information
Public Information Contact (202) 545-6700
Liaison Officer
Lt. Col. Joseph A. Martone (202) 475-8799
US Army Corps of Engineers
(202) 272-0010
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Energy, Department of
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
John Tseng (202) 586-9024
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
Dean L Shumway, Director, Environmental (202) 376-1768
Office of Energy Research - Carbon Dioxide Research
Fredrick Koomanoff (301) 353-3281
Office of the Secretary
Mary Walker, Assistant Secretary, Environment, (202) 586-6151
Public Information
Public Information Contact (202) 586-5575
Executive Office of the President
Council on Environmental Quality
John Cohrsson, Director (202) 395-5700
Domestic Policy Council
Ralph C. Bledsoe, Executive Secretary (202) 456-6640
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Federal Coordinating Council for Science, Engineering, and Technology
Alvin Young, Executive Secretary (202) 395-3125
Office of the Federal Register
Office Contact (202) 523-5235
Regulatory Information Service Center
Mark G. Schoenberg, Executive Director (202) 395-6993
Food and Drug Administration
FDA Bureau of Foods
Arnold Borsetti (202) 245-1564
General Accounting Office
Office of Public Information
Public Information Contact (202) 275-2812
General Services Administration
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Henry J. Singer (202)566-1464
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
RajeenRatlan (202) 566-1258
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Health and Human Services, Department of
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Ed Boyer (202) 245-7426
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Joseph Hugo (202) 496-7775
Food and Drug Administration
Frank E. Young, Commissioner (301) 443-2410
General Information
Public Information Contact (202) 443-6310
Public Health Service
Public Contact (301) 436-7016
Public Health Service - Center for Environmental Health
Dr. Vernon N. Houk, Director (404) 452-4111
Public Health Service - Center for Infectious Diseases
Dr. Walter R. Dowdle, Director (404) 329-3401
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Public Health Service - National Institute for Occupational Safety and
Health
Dr. J. Donald Miller, Director (404) 329-3771
Public Health Service, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease
Registry
Dr. James O. Mason, Administrator (404) 329-3291
Public Health Service, Center for Health Promotion and Education
Dennis D. Tolsma, Director (404) 329-2638
Public Health Service, Center for Prevention Services
Dr. J. Michael Lane, Director (404) 329-1800
Public Health Service, Center for Professional Development and Training
Tom G. Ortiz (acting), Director (404) 329-6700
Public Health Service, Centers for Disease Control - Office of the
Director
Dr. James O. Mason, Director (404) 329-3291
Public Health Service-National Institute of Environmental Health
Sciences
Dr. David Rail (919) 541-3212
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Housing and Urban Development, Department of
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Richard Brown (202) 755-7225
Office of the Secretary
Richard H. Broun, Office of Environment and (202) 755-7894
Public Information
Public Information Contact (202) 755-6420
Interior, Department of the
Bureau of Indian Affairs
Ross 0. Swimmer, Assistant Secretary for (202) 343-7163
Bureau of Land Management
Robert F. Burford, Director (202) 343-3801
Bureau of Mines
Robert C. Morton, Director (202) 643-1300
Bureau of Reclamation
C. Dale Duvall, Commissioner (202) 343-4157
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OTIHIEM FEDERAL CONTACTS
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Bruce Blanchard (202) 343-3891
National Data Water Exchange
Office Contact (703) 860-6031
National Park Service
William Penn Mott, Jr., Director (202) 343-4621
Office of Surface Mining
Jed Christensen, Director (202) 343-4006
Public Affairs
Public Information Contact (202) 343-6416
United States Fish and Wildlife Service
Frank Dunkle, Director (202) 343-4717
United States Geological Survey
Dallas L Peck, Director (703) 648-7411
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US Minerals Management Service
Office Contact (703) 285-2168
Justice, Department of
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Jerry Rubino (202) 633-2094
Land and Natural Resources Division
Roger J. Marzulla, Asst. Attorney General (202) 633-2701
Public Information
Public Information Contact (202) 633-2007
Labor, Department of
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Robert Stumpf (202) 523-6687
Information
Public Information Contact (202) 523-6666
Mine Safety and Health Administration
David O'Neal, Assistant Secretary (202) 235-2600
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FJEM3RAL CONTACTS
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
John A. Pendergrass, Assistant Secretary (202) 523-7162
Legislative Branch
Government Printing Office
Orders & Inquiries (202) 783-3238
Library of Congress
James R. Trew, Director, Library of (202) 287-5000
Office of Technology Assessment
John P. Andelin, Asst. Director, Science, (202) 226-2253
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
G.TedAnkrum (202) 453-1965
National Archives and Records Administration
Director, Office of the Federal Register
(202) 523-3517
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Jerry Misko (202) 523-3947
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IFEIIDEEAL CONTACTS
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
NIOSH Cincinnati
Bill Wagner (513) 684-8319
Navy, Department of the
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Bob Warren (U.S. Marine Corps)
(202) 697-1890
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
CMDR Daniel Spiegelberg
(202) 694-3155
Information
Public Information Contact
(202) 695-3667
Naval Facilities Engineering Command
Lewis R. Shotton, Head, Natural Resources
U. S. Marine Corps
Mario Acock, Natural Resource Management
Other
Appalachian Regional Commission
Winifred A. Pizzano, Federal Co-Chairman
(202) 325-0427
(202) 697-1904
(202) 673-7856
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Delaware River Basin Commission
Gerald M. Hansler, Executive Director (609) 883-9500
Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission
B. Ford, Chairman (202) 653-5660
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Lando W. Zech, Jr., Chairman (202) 634-1481
Susquehanna River Basin Commission
Warner M. Dupuy, Commissioner (202) 343-4091
Research Services, Library of Congress
National Referral Center
(202) 287-5670
Smithsonian Institute
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
William Billinglsley (202) 287-3611
State, Department of
Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs
Frederick Bernthal, Assistant Secretary (202) 647-1554
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Public Information
Public Information Contact (202) 647-6575
Technical Data Center
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Robert Turnage, Jim Towles (202) 523-9700
Tennessee Valley Authority
C. H. Dean, Jr., Chairman (615) 632-2101
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Paul Schmierbach (202) 245-0101
Transportation, Department of
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Charles James (202) 366-4243
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Anita Gronczniak (202) 267-3495
Public Information
Public Information Contact (202) 366-5580
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US Coast Guard
RADM John W. Kime, Chief, Office of Marine (202) 267-2200
Treasury, Department of the
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Anthony DiSilvestre (202)566-2111
U.S. Postal Service
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Frank Rowan (202) 245-4444
Veterans Administration
Federal Agency Environmental Roundtable Representative
Gerry Neuman (202) 233-2009
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Section I
Interest Groups
This section includes information on various scientific, professional, and
trade associations that have environmental concerns. For each entry, an
abstract is provided that details the purpose of each organization, contact
name and phone numbers, as well as any related publications that the
organization may publish. Among the interest groups included in this sec-
tion are:
American Chemical Society
Chemical Manufacturers Association
Clean Sites, Inc.
Environmental Defense Fund, Inc.
INFORM
International Life Sciences Institute - Risk Science Institute
Natural Resources Defense Council
Public Health Foundation
Resources for the Future - Center for Risk Management
Sierra Club
Water Pollution Control Federation
World Wildlife Fund
National Trade Association Directory. 1988
Trade Association LJstina.OCIR. OEA
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Acrylonitrile Group
C/0 Hadley and McKenna 4&& (202) 296-6300
1815 H St, NW, Suite 1000 •"•
Washington, DC 20006-3604
The Acrylonitrile Group represents all of the producers of the industrial chemical
used to make plastics and fibers.
Air Pollution Control Association (APCA)
Box 2861 ^^ (412) 621-1090
Pittsburgh, PA 15230 ^m
VJir
Publications: APCA Journal
The Air Pollution Control Association collects and disseminates information about air
pollution and its control.
American Academy of Environmental Engineers (AAEE)
fi&l 132 Holiday Court, Suite 206 ^SE (301) 266-3311
^--^ Annapolis, MD 21401 •"•
Plications: AAEE Roster, The Diplomate
American Academy of Environmental Engineers is a professional organization
comprised of sanitary and environmental engineers.
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American Academy of Environmental Medicine (AAEM)
Box 16106 ^W? (303) 622-9755
Denver, CO 80216 ^m
Publications: Archives of Clinical Ecology
The American Academy of Environmental Medicine is comprised of persons studying
the effects of the environment on human health.
American Association for Aerosol Research
'ndoor Environment Program ^HE (919) 541-6736
1 Cyclotron Rd. •••
Berkley, CA 94720
This group promotes the research of small particles suspended in gases
American Chemical Society (ACS)
1155 16th Street, NW «Qgg> (2Q2) 872-4600
Washington, DC 20036 •"•
Publications: Environmental Science & Technology
The American Chemical Society is a national professional association of chemists
that supports the development of all branches of chemistry.
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American Coal Ash Association
1000 16th St. NW ^^ (202) 659-2303
Suite 507 "^
Washington, DC 20036
This association is comprised by companies which are producers of fly ash from the
combustion of coal and are interested in promoting its use.
American College of Toxicology
9650 Rockville Pike *^9» (301) 520-0033
Bethesda, MD 20814 •"•
Publications: Journal of American Toxicology, American College of Toxicology
Newsletter
The American College of Toxicology is a multidisciplinary society composed of
professionals having common interests in toxicology.
American Council on Science and Health (ACSH)
1995 Broadway 18th fir ^Sfr (212) 362-7044
New York, NY 10023 wmm
Publications: ASCH News and Views, Inside ACSH, ACSH Media Update
'he American Council on Science and Health is a consumer education association
Providing the public with scientifically balanced evaluations of food, chemicals, the
environment and health.
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American Epidemiological Society
Center for Disease Control ^^f (404) 329-3142
Atlanta, GA 30333 *"*
The American Epidemiological Society consists of individuals interested in the study
of disease occurrence.
American Industrial Health Council
1330 Connecticut Avenue, NW ^HE (202) 659-0060
Suite 300 *•
Washington, DC 20036
The American Industrial Health Council consists of chemical and related industries
addressing the scientific issues related to proposed standards in federal agencies
for identifying and regulating products suspected of causing cancer.
American Institute of Biological Sciences
730 11th Street, NW ^H» (202) 828-1500
Washington, DC 20001 wmm
Publications: BioScience
The American Institute of Biological Sciences is a federation of professional societies
which promotes all biological sciences, including agriculture, environment and
medicine.
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American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AICHE)
345 East 47th Street
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American Littoral Society (ALS)
Sandy Hook «w^ (201) 291-0055
Highlands, NJ 07732 •"•
Publications: Coastal Reported, Underwater Naturalist
The American Littoral Society promotes the study and conservation of the coastal
zone habitat.
American Meteorological Society (AMS)
45 Beacon Street ^HE (617) 227-2425
Boston, MA 02108 *"*
Publications: Journal of Climate and Applied Meteorology, Journal of Atmospheric
Sciences, Journal of Physical Oceanography, Meteorological and Geoastrophysical
The American Meteorological Society certifies consulting meteorologists and grants
a Seal of Approval to television and radio meteorologists.
American Mining Congress (AMC)
1920 N Street, NW, Suite 300 ^H» (202) 861-2800
Washington, DC 20036 •"•
Publications: American Mining Congress Journal
The American Mining Congress is an industry association of producers of metals,
coal industrial and agricultural minerals; manufacturers of mining and mineral
processing machinery, equipment and supplies; and mining engineering firms.
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American Nature Study Society (ANSS)
5881 Cold Brook Road ^^ (607) 749-3655
Homer, NY 13077 •"•
Publications: Nature Study
The American Nature Study Society is concerned with the study of nature and with
conservation education.
American Nuclear Energy Council
^ 410 First St, SE 4gf (202) 484-2670
Washington, DC 20003 ^^
This council's members consist of companies engaged in some aspect of the nuclear
fuel cycle, from mining, to engineering and fabrication to waste disposal. The
council represents the industry point of view to Congress and federal agencies.
American Oceanic Organization (AOO)
Box 513 ^^ (301) 261-9491
Edgewater, MD 21037 ^m
The American Oceanic Organization serves to encourage long-range government
Planning in such areas of oceanology as pollution control and resources
Development. Members are drawn from government agencies, universities,
Congress and industry.
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American Petroleum Institute (API)
1220 L Street, NW ^^ (202) 682-8000
Washington, DC 20005 "^
Publications: Petroleum Today, Washington Report
The American Petroleum Institute is the petroleum industry trade association
representing major oil companies, independent oil producers and fuel distributors,
and service-station owners. It publishes extensive statistics about the industry.
American Public Works Association (APWA)
1313 East 60th Street ^SE (312) 667-2200
Chicago, IL 60637 •"•
Publications: APWA Reporter, APWA Directory
The American Public Works Association consists of government officials, engineers,
administrators and others engaged in the various aspects of public works.
American Society for Environmental Education (ASEE)
n , (603) 448-6697
Wheeler Professional Park
Hanover, NH 03755
ASEE is a professional organization for environmental educators at all educational
levels from primary school to graduate university studies.
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American Society of Agricultural Engineers (ASAE)
2950 Miles Road ^^f (616) 429-0300
St. Joseph, Ml 49085 *™
Publications: Agricultural Engineering, ASAE Standards, Transactions of the ASAE
The American Society of Agricultural Engineers is the national association for
engineers working on problems of importance to agricultural interests including
irrigation and other large scale projects with environmental significance.
American Society of Agronomy (ASA)
677 South Segoe Road ^BgiE (608) 273-8080
Madison, Wl 53711 •"•
Publications: Agronomy Journal, Crops and Soils, Journal of Environmental Quality,
Journal of Agronomic Education, Agronomy News
The American Society of Agronomy promotes the acquisition and diffusion of
knowledge concerning the nature and interrelationship of plants, soils and the
environment.
American Society of Civii Engineers (ASCE)
345 East 47th Street ^Sfr (212) 705-7496
New York, NY 10017 •"•
Plications: ASCE Publications Abtracts, Civil Engineers, ASCE News
The American Society of Civil Engineers is the national association of engineers with
education at the BS level in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
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American Society of Naturalists (ASM)
J^^k Division of Biological Sciences *£f (913) 864-3763
L^^Nl University of Kansas ^^
Lawrence, KS 66045
Publications: The American Naturalist
The American Society of Naturalists is a professional association of biological
scientists with particular interests in the environmental sciences.
American Society of Sanitary Engineers (ASSE)
Box 40326 ^a» (216) 835-3040
Bay Village, OH 44140 ***
Publications: ASSE Yearbook, Newsletter
The American Society of Sanitary Engineers is a national association of engineers
working on sanitary projects such as liquid waste collection, processing and
disposal.
American Water Resources Association (AWRA)
5410 Grosvenor Lane ^SJiE (301) 493-8600
Suite 220 wmm
Bethesda, MD 20814
Publications: Hydata News, Water Resources Bulletin
The American Water Resources Association is a multi-disciplinary, non-profit,
scientific and education association dedicated to research, planning, management,
development and education in water resources. AWRA is a member society of the
Renewable Natural Resources Foundation.
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Asbestos Information Association/North America (AIA)
1745 Jefferson Davis Highway ^&* (703) 979-1150
Suite 509 wmm
Arlington, VA 22202
This association is the public relations arm of U.S. and Canadian asbestos producers
and products manufacturers which provides information on asbestos and health.
Association for Conservation Information (ACI)
Department of Fish, Wildlife and ^^ (406) 444-2474
Parks *™
930 Custer Avenue, West
Publications: The Balance Wheel
The Association for Conservation Information works to upgrade the quality of all
forms of communication devoted to the protection and management of natural
resources and wildlife.
Association for Environmental Engineering Professors (AEEP)
Dept of Civil Engr
University of Texas, EJC 8.6
Austin, TX 78712
This association is comprised of individuals working or teaching in the feilds of
health, the environment, air and water resources and related areas.
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Association of American Pesticide Control Officials (AAPCO)
2004 Le Suer Road ^^f (804) 288-8181
Richmond, VA 23229 •"*
The Association of American Pesticide Control Officials is comprised of state,
municipal and federal officials throughout North America interested in a uniform
approach to the enforcement of laws controlling the proper and safe use of
pesticide chemicals.
Association of Environmental Scientists and Administrators
(AESA)
2718 Southwest Kelly *^& (503) 295-4885
Portland, OR 97204
AESA was created to represent the goals and interests of environmental
professionals and to foster discussion of environmental public policy issues.
Association of Local Air Pollution Control Officials (ALAPCO)
444 North Capitol Street, NW «gBE (202) 624-7864
Washington, DC 20001 B™
The Association of Local Air Pollution Control Officials represents the common
interests of air pollution officials throughout the United States.
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Association of Metropolitan Sewerage Agencies (AMSA)
1015 18 Street, NW ffigp (202) 659-9161
Suite 1002 ^^
Washington, DC 20036
Publications: AMSA Monthly Report, Law Digest
The Association of Metropolitan Sewerage Agencies consists of sewerage agencies
in areas with more than 250,000 people. It serves to exchange technical data and
deals with the federal government on environmental and regulatory matters.
Association of State and Interstate Water Pollution Control
Administrators (ASIWPCA)
444 North Capitol Street, NW ^Sflfr (202) 624-7782
Suite 330 •"•
Washington, DC 20001
This association is composed of chief water pollution control administrators from
the states, District of Columbia, U.S. possessions and interstate agencies. It
establishes objectives, policies and standards for state water pollution control.
Association of State and Territorial Solid Waste Management
Officials (ASTSWMO)
444 North Capitol Street, NW 4gp (202) 624-5828
Suite 345 •••
Washington, DC 20001
The Association of State and Territorial Solid Waste Management Officials consists
of directors and support staff of state and territorial solid and hazardous waste
Programs.
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Automotive Exhaust Systems Manufacturers Council
(jSpl 300 Sylvan Ave 4^ (201) 569-8500
Box 1638 ^^
Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632
This council was formed by a group of companies making exhaust system parts to
expand the market for their products and monitor noise and emission control
legislation.
Chamber of Commerce of the United States
1615 H Street, NW *KB» (202) 659-6000
Washington, DC 20062 ""*
Publications: Nation's Business, The Business Advocate
The Chamber of Commerce is generally regarded as the spokesgroup for United
States business. It is the world's largest business federation composed of more
than 180,000 companies plus several thousand other organizations such as local
and state chambers of commerce and trade and professional associations. It has an
environmental department.
Chemical Manufacturers Association (CMA)
2501 M Street, NW ^H» (202) 887-1100
Washington, DC 20037 •••
Publications: Chemecology
The Chemical Manufacturers Association consists of companies engaged in the
manufacture of chemicals in the United States and Canada, a substantial portion ol
which are sold to others in the open market.
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Chemical Waste Transportation Council (CWTC)
1730 Rhode Island Avenue, NW *&H» (202) 659-4613
Suite 1000 wmm
Washington, DC 20036
The Chemical Waste Transportation Council represents the interests of companies
engaged in the business of hauling chemical wastes. The Council is affiliated with the
National Solid Wastes Management Association.
Clean Sites Inc. (CSI)
1199 N. Fairfax St. 4SE (703) 683-8522
Alexandria, Va 22314 •"•
Clean Sites Inc. (CSI) is an independent, non-profit corporation established in
1984 by a coalition of environmental, industry and'government groups. Its
objective is to accelerate the voluntary cleanup of hazardous waste sites that
threaten public health and the environment throughout the United States.
Conference of State Sanitary Engineers (CSSE)
150 East Main Street 4jgf (301) 876-8440
Westminster, MD 21157 ^m
Publications: CSSE News
CSSE coordinates the public health engineering activities of the official state and
territorial health organizations. Members are officials of state and territorial agencies
concerned with the environment.
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Conservation Foundation, The
255 23rd St., NW ^^ (202) 293-4800
Washington, DC 20037 ^^
Publications: Conservation Foundation Letter
The Conservation Foundation is a research and public education organization
promoting wise use of the earth's resources. It conducts research and educational
programs in land use, air pollution control, toxic substances, water resources,
environmental dispute resolution, and reports periodically on environmental
conditions and trends.
Council of Pollution Control Financing Agencies
1225 EyeSt, NW ^^ (202) 682-3996
Suite 300 ^*
Washington, DC 20005
This council is for stae and local government agencies and other organization which
are interested in financing and economic incentives for pollution control facilities,
Knlh niiKli/* anrl r\r\\mia
both public and private.
Ecological Society of America (ESA)
730 11th Street, NW ffiB» (202) 628-1500
Suite 400 *"*
Washington, DC 20001
Publications: Bulletin of the Ecological Society of America, Ecology, Ecological
Monographs
The Ecological Society of America is a professional society of individuals interested
in the study of living things in relation to their environments. ESA is a member
society of the American Institute of Biological Sciences.
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Environmental Defense Fund Inc. (EOF)
444 Park Avenue, South ^f (212) 686-4191
New York, NY 10016 wmm
Publications: EOF Letter
This organization of lawyers, scientists and economists is dedicated to protecting
environmental quality and public health. EOF pursues responsible reform of public
policy in resource conservation, toxic chemicals, water resources, air quality, land
use and wildlife, working through research and public education, and judicial,
administrative, and legislative action.
Environmental Industry Council (EIC)
1825 K Street, NW 4gf (202) 331-7706
Suite 210 *"•
Washington, DC 20006
The Environmental Industry Council consists of corporations which manufacture
environmental protection equipment and materials.
Environmental Mutagen Society (EMS)
Ctr Box X Oak Ridge Natl Lab ^SiE (415) 422-5698
Bldg 2001 MS 50 wmm
Oak Ridge, TN 37831 -6050
Publications: Environmental Mutagenesis, EMS Newsletter
focus of the Environmental Mutagen Society is to encourage the study of
routagens in the human environment particularly as they affect public health.
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Federal Water Quality Association (FWQA)
C/o WH 547, US EPA ^Hf (202) 833-8383
401 M Street, SW ^m
Washington, DC 20460
The Federal Water Quality Association is affiliated with the Water Pollution Control
Federation. Members consist of federal employees, consultants, and industry and
association representatives concerned with sewage and industrial waste treatment
and disposal.
Formaldehyde Institute
1330 Connecticut Ave NW ^^f (202) 659-0060
Washington, DC 20036 ^*
This institute consists of users and producers of formaldehyde concerned with
health and environmental problems therefrom.
Genetic Toxicology Association
Cleary, Gottlieb, Steen and Hamilton 49* (202) 728-2700
1725 N St, NW •••
Washington, DC 20036
The Genetic Toxicology Association promotes the study of mutagenicity (the
capacity to induce mutations in living organisms).
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Groundwater Management Districts Association
1125 Maize Road <
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Hazardous Waste Treatment Council (HWTC)
1919 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW 4^f (202) 296-0778
Suite 300 ^^
Washington, DC 20006
The Hazardous Waste Treatment Council is a trade association of waste disposal
firms employing high technology treatment techniques rather than land disposal.
Industrial Chemical Research Association (ICRA)
1811 Monroe ^^f (313) 563-0360
Dearborn, Ml 48124 *"*
The Industrial Chemical Research Association consists of manufacturers, marketers,
researchers, formulators and suppliers of industrial chemicals. It promotes research,
safe practices and increased selling efficiency in the industrial chemicals industry.
Industrial Gas Cleaning Institute
1707 L St. NW ^HE (202) 296-4797
Suite 570 •"•
Washington, DC 20036
The Industrial Gas Cleaning Institute is a member of the Environmental Industry
Council. Members are manufacturers of industrial air pollution control equipment toi
stationary sources.
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INFORM
381 Park Avenue South ^g£ (212) 689-4040
New York, NY 10016 mm
INFORM is a not-for-profit organization that conducts field level research of
business and municipal practices affecting the environment. It is the aim of
INFORM to identify institutional sources of environmental problems and then to
determine positive steps toward reducing or eliminating those problems.
Institute of Environmental Sciences (IES)
J5>) 940 East Northwest Highway ^gf (312) 255-1561
Mt Prospect, IL 60056 wmm
Publications: Journal of Environmental Sciences
The Institute of Environmental Sciences consists of individuals concerned with the
affect on men, materials and equipment of the use of advanced technology.
Institute of Noise Control Engineering (INCE)
Box 3206, Arlington Branch ^^f (914) 462-4006
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 9mm
Publications: Noise Control Engineering, Journal of Noise/News
e Institute of Noise Control Engineering is a professional organization concerned
h the advancement of noise control technology with particular emphasis on
engineering solutions to environmental noise problems.
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International Bio-Environmental Foundation
15300 Ventura ^gf (818) 907-5483
Suite 405 *"*
Sherman Oaks, CA 91436
The International Bio-Environmental Foundation consists of scientists studying the
biological effects of atmospheric ions, electromagnetic fields, noise and artificial
light.
International City Managers Association (ICMA)
1120 6th Street, NW ^HE (202) 626-4600
Suite 300 ^*
Washington, DC 20005
The purposes of ICMA are to enhance the quality of local government and to
nurture and assist professional local government administrators in the U.S. and
other countries.
International Life Sciences Institute - Risk Science Institute
(RSI)
1126 Sixteenth Street, NW «BaE (202) 659-3306
Washington, DC 20036 *"*
The primary goal of the Risk Science Institute (RSI) is to improve risk assessment by
strengthening the scientific principles on which assessments are based. RSI has
adopted the following objectives to achieve this goal: • To develop and disseminate
new scientific knowledge, • To involve the best scientific talent wherever it is
found.
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International Society for Ecological Modelling-North American
Chapter
School of Natural Resources ^^ (614) 292-2265
Ohio State University *™
Columbus, OH 43210
This society consists of individuals interested in constructing mathematical models
of air, water and environmental pollution problems.
International Society of Chemical Ecology
101 T.H. Morgan Building ^^ (606) 257-2652
University of Kentucky "^
Lexington, KY 40506
Publications: Journal of Chemical Ecology
The International Society of Chemical Ecology was formed to promote
understanding the origin, function and significance of natural chemicals interacting
among organisms.
Interstate Conference on Water Problems (ICWP)
2300 M Street, NW ^^ (202) 466-7287
Suite 800 •"*
Washington, DC 20037
Publications: ICWP Policy Statement & Bylaws, Washington Report
Interstate Conference on Water Problems consists of state and regional
Agencies, non-profit organizations and universities conerned with conservation,
Development and administration of water and land-related resources.
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Leak Detection Technology Association
1801 K St, NW 4^ (202) 835-2355
Suite 800 ^^
Washington, DC 20006
This association is composed of businesses involved in environmental protection
and safe-guarding human health through the development and use of leak detection
technology.
Manufacturers of Emission Controls Association (MECA)
1707 L St., NW ^J^ (202) 296-4797
Suite 520 ^m
Washington, DC 20036
Publications: Environmental Industry Council
The Manufacturers of Emission Controls Association represents the common
interests of companies manufacturing emission control equipment throughout the
United States.
Marine Technology Society (MTS)
1825 K St., NW 4SE (202) 775-5966
Suite 203 •"*
Washington, DC 20006
The Marine Technology Society is an ocean-oriented, multidisciplinary, international
professional society which was formed to encourage the development of the
technology, education, operational expertise and public awareness needed to
advance study in the marine science and technology field.
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Methyl Chloride Industry Alliance (MCIA)
2315 M Street, NW ffip (202) 659-0900
Washington, DC 20037 "™
The Methyl Chloride Industry Alliance serves the industry relative to government
regulation of methyl chloride and other matters under the Toxic Substances Control
Act (TSCA).
National Agricultural Chemicals Association (NACD)
1155 15th Street, NW ^^ (202) 296-1585
Madison Building, Suite 900 ^^
Washington, DC 20005
The National Agricultural Chemicals Association consjsts of companies producing
chemical controls for fungi, rodents, pests and weeds.
National Association of Attorneys General
444 N. Capitol St., NW 4Q» (202 628-0435
Suite 403 •"•
Washington, DC 20001
The National Association of Attorneys General provides a forum for the exchange
° inf°rmation and experience among chief legal officers of the fifty states and five
I "8r Jurisdictions; fosters interstate cooperation on legal and law enforcement
ues; and conducts policy research and analysis of issues pertaining to the states
territories.
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National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD)
1025 Vermont Avenue, NW ^^ (202) 346-5995
Suite 730 ^^
Washington, DC 20005
The National Association of Conservation Districts has a membership consisting of
local subdivisions of governments which work to conserve and develop land, water,
forests, wildlife and related natural resources.
National Association of Counties (NACo)
440 First St., NW ^f (202) 393-6226
8th Floor ^*
Washington, DC 20001
NACo serves as a forum for improving the nation's county governments and to
communicate the county viewpoint to national officials. NACo acts as a liaison with
other levels of government, serves as a national advocate for counties, and
achieves a public understanding of the role of counties in the intergovernmental
system.
National Association of Environmental Professionals (NAEP)
Box 9400 ^^ (202) 229-7171
Washington, DC 20016 wmm
Publications: The Environmental Professional
The National Association of Environmental Professionals consists of people
involved in environmental planning, assessment, management, review and researcn.
It awards the CEP (Certified Environmental Professional) designation.
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National Association of Manufacturers (NAM)
1776 F Street, NW 4gp (202) 637-3000
Washington, DC 20006 *™
Publications: Enterprise, PAC Manager
The National Association of Manufacturers is a voice for industry at the national
level. Members are manufacturing companies from throughout the United States.
National Association of Noise Control Officials (NANCO)
53 Cubberley Rd ^^ (609) 984-4161
Trenton, NJ 08618 ^*
Publications: Vibrations
The National Association of Noise Control Officials consists of employees of the
federal and state governments, consultants, scientists and students concerned with
acoustical control in the environment.
National Association of Regional Councils (NARC)
1700 K. Street, NW ti&f (202) 457-0710
Suite 1306 wmm
Washington, DC 20006
'he NARC consists of regional councils of local governments, governmental
agencies, libraries, and organizations which are interested in regionalism as an
approach to meeting problems that cross local governmental boundaries such as
economic development, transportation and environmental management.
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National Association of State Departments of Agriculture
(NASDA)
^P\ 1616 H Street, NW ^wf (202) 628-1566
Washington, DC 20006 ^m
NASDA's purpose is to better American agriculture, promote unity and efficiency in
the administration of agricultural statutes and regulations, develop cooperation
between state departments of agriculture with the USDA, and establish
federal-state cooperative programs to promote agricultural interests.
National Association of Towns and Townships (NATT)
1522 K. Street, NW ^eB* (202) 737-5200
Suite 730 •"•
Washington, DC 20005
NATT is a federation of state organizations and individual communities which
provide technical assistance, educational services and public policy support to local
government officials of small communities across the country.
National Conference of Local Environmental Health Administrators
(NCLEHA)
Summit County Health Department
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National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL)
444 N. Capitol St., NW ^&* (202) 624-5400
Suite 500 *™
Washington, DC 20001
NCSL is a national organization of state legislators and legislative staff whose aims
are to improve the quality and effectiveness of state legislators, to ensure states a
strong, cohesive voice in the federal decision-making process and to foster
interstate communication and cooperation.
National Council of the Paper Industry for Air and Stream
Improvements (NCPIASI)
Spi 260 Madison Avenue ^Bfr (212) 532-9000
New York, NY 10016 •"•
The National Council of the Paper Industry for Air and Stream Improvements is a
technical organization devoted to finding solutions to environmental protection
problems in the manufacture of pulp, paper and wood products in industrial
forestry.
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements
(NCRP)
7910 Woodmont Avenue ^Bfr (301) 657-2652
Suite 1016 ***
Bethesda, MD 20814
Publications: NCRP Report
The National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements represents the
'Nerests of professionals with responsibilities for measuring amounts of and
Providing protection from nuclear radiation.
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National Environmental Development Association (NEDA)
605 14th Street, NW ^gf (202) 638-1230
Washington, DC 20005 ^^
Publications: Balance
The National Environmental Development Association consists of companies and
others concerned with the impact of environmental legislation on business and
industrial profits.
National Environmental Training Association (NETA)
8687 Via de Ventura ^gf (602) 951-1440
Suite 214 •"
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Publications: NETA Newsletter
The National Environmental Training Association consists of trainers of personnel
the field of air and noise pollution and hazardous waste control, water supply and
waste water treatment.
National Governor's Association (NGA)
444 N. Capitol St., NW ^f (202) 624-5300
Suite 250 ^^
Washington, DC 20001
NGA serves as a vehicle through which governors influence the development and
implementation of national policy and apply creative leadership to state problems.
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National League of Cities (NLC)
1301 Pennsylvania Ave, NW frnP (202) 626-3000
Suite 600 wmm
Washington, DC 20004
NLC is dedicated to making cities efficient and improving the delivery of municipal
services by providing answers to questions about the day-to-day realities of running
a city or town including refuse collection, employment practices, police management,
cable television, hazardous waste management and international trade.
National Oil Recyclers Association (NORA)
4*1
1891 Preston White Drive ^^f (703) 620-4700
P.O. Box 2459 ^*
Reston, VA 22091
The National Oil Recyclers Association is comprised of primary producers of recycled
used oil fuel. Its purpose is to represent the interests of used oil recyclers to the
Environmental Protection Agency to ensure regulations on used oil are carried out
and to encourage recycling.
National Society of Professional Sanitarians
Dept of Health ^S3E (314) 751-6095
Box 570 ^*
Jefferson City, MO 65102
•to society's members are individuals who are involved in all aspects of
environmental and public health.
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National Spray Equipment Manufacturers Association
550 Randall Rd ^Sfr (216) 988-9411
Elyria, OH 44035 •"•
The NSEMA serves as a technical forum for safety and environmental matters
pertaining to the spray finishing industry.
National Wildlife Federation (NWF)
1412 16th Street, NW ^SE (202) 797-6800
Washington, DC 20036 •"•
Publications: International Wildlife, National Wildlife
This conservation education organization is dedicated to creating and encouraging
an awareness for wise and proper management of soil, air, water, forests, minerals,
plant life, and wildlife by extensive education programs and materials, and litigation
of environmental disputes.
Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)
122 E. 42nd Street ^H» (212) 949-0049
New York, NY 10168 •"•
Publications: The Amicus Journal
This organization is dedicated to protecting endangered natural resources and
improving the quality of human environment. Areas of concentration are air and
water pollution, nuclear safety, land use, urban environment, toxic substances
control, resource management, wilderness and wildlife protection, and coastal zone
management.
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North American Association for Environmental Education
(NAAEE)
Box 400 ffigE (513) 698-6493
Troy, OH 45373 wmm
The purpose of NAAEE is to assist and support the work of individuals and groups
engaged in environmental education, research and service.
Pesticide Producers Association (PPA)
1200 17th Street, NW ^^ (202) 857-9800
Washington, DC 20036 "^
The Pesticide Producers Association represents the- interests of pesticide
formulators and manufacturers.
Pollution Liability Insurance Association (PLIA)
1333 Butterfield Rd ^^ (312) 969-5300
Suite 100 ^*
Downers Grove, IL 60515
pLIA is a reciprocal pool reinsuring pollution liability policies written by member
•nsurance companies.
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Process Equipment Manufacturers Association (PEMA)
7297 Lee Highway ^^ (703) 533-0286
Suite N ^m
Falls Church, Va 22042
PEMA consists of companies engaged in the manufacturing of and supply of
equipment for food, chemical, pulp and paper, water and water processing, air
pollution control, etc.
Public Health Foundation (PHF)
1220 L St., NW
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MTTEIRIEST (STOOPS
Sierra Club
730 Polk Street ^^ (415) 981-8634
San Francisco, CA 94109 ™*
Publications: Sierra, National News Report, Energy Report
The aim of the Sierra Club is to explore, enjoy and protect the wild places of the
earth, to promote responsible use of the earth's ecosystems and resources, and to
restore the quality of the natural and human environment by using lawful means.
Silicones Health Council (SHC)
1330 Connecticut Ave, NW ^f (202) 659-0060
Suite 300 *™
Washington, DC 20036
SHC is an organization of organo-silicone manufacturers. The group was formed to
coordinate programs dealing with health, environmental and safety issues of
interest to the industry and to disseminate scientifically sound information regarding
silicones.
Society for Environmental Geochemistry and Health (SEGH)
Life Science Dept ffi^ (314) 341-4831
University of Missouri ^^
Rolla, MO 65401
s comprised by individuals who are interested in the relationship between
Qeochemistry and health.
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MTEEEOT (BMDUIPS
Society for Epidemiologic Research (SER)
550 North Broadway
Suite 201
Baltimore, MD 21205
Publications: American Journal of Epidemiology
The Society for Epidemiologic Research represents the interests of professionals
engaged in or using the research on epidemic diseases.
Society for Occupational and Environmental Health (SOEH)
PO Box 42360 *^^ (202) 762-9319
Washington, DC 20015-0360 "^
This society's members include physicians, hygienists, economists, laboratory
scientists, academians, and labor and industry representatives.
Society for Risk Analysis (SRA)
S£ZD>[ 8000 Westpark Drive ^SE (703) 790-1745
""^*- ~^f I S"N •. A **.*+. H^H^I ^
Suite 400 ^^
McLean, VA 22101-3101
This society is funded for the purpose of studying and understanding on a scientific
basis the risks posed by technological development.
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GEOUIPS
Soil Conservation Society of America (SCSA)
^^ 7515 Northeast Ankeny Road ^^f (515) 289-2331
Ankeny, IA 50021 *"*
Publications: Journal of Soil and Water Conservation
The Soil Conservation Society of America promotes better land use and
management.
State and Territorial Air Pollution Program Administrators
(STAPPA)
444 North Capitol St., NW ^f (202) 624-7864
Suite 306 ***
Washington, DC 20001
STAPPA consists of state and local officials concerned with air pollution abatement
and remedial response.
Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturers Association
1330 Connecticut Avenue, NW ^Sf (202) 659-0060
Washington, DC 20036 •"•
Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturers Association represents its members
on trade, environmental and safety issues with federal agencies.
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Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry (TAPPI)
Box 105112, Technology Park ^Bf (404) 446-1400
Atlanta, GA 30348 ^^
Publications: TAPPI Journal
The Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry consists of individual
professionals working in pulp, paper, packaging, converting and nonwovens
industries.
U.S. Conference of Mayors, The
1620 I Street, NW 4^f (202) 293-7330
4th Floor *™
Washington, DC 20006
The United States Conference of Mayors is the official nonpartisan organization of
cities with populations of 30,000 or more. It has taken the lead in calling national
attention to the problems and the potential ofurban America.
United States Operating Committee on ETAD
1330 Connecticut Avenue, NW *£& (202) 659-0600
Suite 300 ***
Washington, DC 20036
The United States Operating Committee on ETAD is the operating arm of the
Ecological and Toxicological Association of the Dyestuffs Manufacturing Industry
concerned with environmental and health hazards in the manufacture, processing,
shipping, use and disposal of members' products.
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IWEMIEST (BMDMIPS
Urban Land Institute
1090 Vermont Avenue, NW 4&f (202) 289-8500
Suite 300 ™*
Washington, DC 20005
Publications: Land Use Digest, Project Reference File, Urban Land
The Urban Land Institute consists of developers, architects and public officials
organized to provide accurate, unbiased information useful to land planners and
developers.
Water Pollution Control Federation (WPCF)
({Cp* 601 Wythe St.
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Water Resources Congress (WRC)
3800 North Fairfax Drive ^&f (703) 525-4881
Suite 7 *^
Arlington, VA 22203
Publications: Washington Report
The Water Resources Congress is a federation of associations, government
agencies and private firms concerned with land and water use, conservation and
control.
Wildlife Society
5410 Grosvenor Lane ^3* (301) 897-9770
Bethesda, MD 20814 •"*
Publications: Journal of Wildlife Management, The Wildlifer, Wildlife Society Bulletin
The Wildlife Society is devoted to the protection of United States wildlife resources.
The Society is a member of the Renewable Natural Resources Foundation.
World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
1250 24th Street, NW *gj» 293-4800
Washington, DC 20037
The World Wildlife Fund is the leading private organization in the U.S. working
internationally to protect endangered wildlife and wildlands. World Wildlife Fund
emphasizes field activities and practical, rigorously planned, scientifically based
conservation projects. It protects endangered wildlife and tropical forest habitats
through a mix of grants and the direct programmatic activities of its staff.
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Section J
Newsletters, Magazines & Periodicals
This section contains information on a wide variety of newsletters, maga-
zines & periodicals, available outside of the Agency, that focus on
environmental issues. For each publication, the following information is
provided:
Name of the publication
A full descriptive abstract of the publication
Mailing address
Phone number
Price
Frequency of publication
sources: Environmental Information Sources. Government Institutes, Inc
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NEWSLETT1EE§9
MAGAZINES, PEMOMCALS
AAEM Newsletter
American Academy of Environmental Medicine
Box 16106 •»» (303) 622-9755
Denver, CO 80216
The American Academy of Environmental Medicine publishes a newsletter which
features articles on environmental medicine and includes numerous abstracts. Price:
$18.00 per year Frequency: Quarterly
ACHS News and Views
American Council on Science and Health
1995 Broadway «BH» (212) 362-7044
New York, NY 10023 •"•
ACHS News and Views is designed to provide the public with scientifically balanced
evaluations of food, chemicals, the environment and health by the American Council
on Science and Health, a consumer education association. Price: $2.00
Frequency: Quarterly
Agrichemical Age Magazine
California Farmer Publishing Company
(JS^ 83 Stevenson Street ifla> (415) 495-3340
S3J San Francisco, CA 94105 •"•
This magazine contains technical, field-use information of interest to fertilizer and
Pesticide dealers, aerial and ground applicators and crop consultants. Emphasis is
°n the proper use and application of agricultural chemicals and business management
strategies. It includes research abstracts and news of the industry, government
regulations and new products. Price: $20.00 year Frequency: 11 times a year
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NEWSLETTERS,
MA(GA%MESQ
Agricultural Engineering Magazine
American Society of Agricultural Engineers
f^^h 2950 Miles Road iSa» (616) 429-0300
D^SJ St. Joseph, Ml 49085 •"•
Agricultural Engineering Magazine deals with problems of importance to agricultural
interests including irrigation and other large scale projects with environmental
significance. Price: $25.00 per year Frequency: Bimonthly
Agricultural Food & Chemistry, Journal of
American Chemical Society
/gf^Tk 1155 16tn street- NW ISI (202) 872-4600
D^xJ Washington, DC 20036 *"•
This publication of the American Chemical Society reports on research results of
chemistry with applications to food sciences and agriculture. Price: $116.00 per
year Frequency: Six times a year
AIA /NA Newsletter
Asbestos Information Association/North America
1745 Jefferson Highway iBSE (703) 979-1150
Suite 509
Arlington, VA 22202
This newsletter provides current information on issues pertaining to asbestos and
health. The Asbestos Information Association of North America is the public
relations arm of U.S. and Canadian asbestos producers and product manufacturers.
Price: $75.00 per year Frequency: Monthly
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NEWSLETTEKS,
PEMOPICALS
AIHC Newsletter
American Industrial Health Council
1330 Connecticut Avenue, NW "^f (202) 659-0060
Washington, DC 20036 *i*
This newsletter addresses the scientific issues related to proposed standards in
federal agencies for identifying and regulating products suspected of causing cancer
and other chronic diseases. Price: Free with membership Frequency: Two times a
month
AIPE Facilities Managements, Operations & Engineering
American Institute of Plant Engineers
3975 Erie Avenue igaE (513) 561-6000
Cincinnati, OH 45208 *^
This publication of the American Institute of Plant Engineers contains articles
involved in the management of facilities used to manufacture a product or provide a
service. Price: $34.00 per year Frequency: Six times a year
Air Pollution Control
The Bureau of National Affairs, Inc.
1231 25th Street, NW «gjj» (202) 452-4500
Washington, DC 20037 •ai*
This reference manual and biweekly bulletin provides help on how to comply and cut
compliance costs. It contains information on air quality standards and
enforcements; state policies; new source performance standards; hazardous
emissions limitations; permits and licenses; monitoring and reporting; and pollution
control plans and models. Price: $356.00/year Frequency: Biweekly
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NEWSLETTERS,
MAGAZINES. PIEMOPICALS
Air Pollution Control Association, Journal of
Air Pollution Control Association
P.O. Box 2861 «ga» (412) 232-3444
Pittsburgh, PA 15230 •"*
This magazine is written for individuals responsible for specifying, installing,
maintaining and designing instrumentation and equipment to monitor, analyze,
control and dispose of air pollutants and hazardous wastes and for those
responsible for research, education and enforcement of applicable government
regulations. Price: Free Frequency: Monthly
Air/Water Pollution Report
Business Publishers, Inc.
_,__„ 951 Pershing Drive «»B» (301) 587-6300
*~~ Silver Spring, MD 20910
This newsletter covers environmental legislation, regulations and litigation from the
nation's capital, plus special reports on state and local activities, pollution control
industry news, and research and development throughout the world. Price: $358
per year Frequency: Weekly
ALAPCO Washington Update
Association of State and Local Air Pollution Control Officials
444 North Capitol Street, NW iQ* (202) 624-7864
Washington, DC 20001 ***
The publication of the Association of State and Local Air Pollution Control Officials
is intended to keep government officials up to date on air pollution control in
Washington, DC. It also represents the common interests of air pollution officials
throughout the United States. Price: Free with membership (government officials)
Frequency: Monthly
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MAGAZINES. IPEMOMCALS
American Antiquity
Society for American Archaeology
1511 K Street, NW
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 638-6079
This publication consists of original articles of archaeology of the New World and
closely related subjects, research reports, comments, current research and book
reviews. Price: $12.50 with membership, $15.00 nonmembers Frequency:
Quarterly
American College of Toxicology Newsletter
American College of Toxicology
9650 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20814
(301) 530-0033
The American College of Toxicology Newsletter contains information from
professionals of a multidisciplinary society having common interests in toxicology.
Price: Free with membership Frequency: Quarterly
(216) 762-7294
American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal
American Industrial Hygiene Association
(S^i 475 Wolf Ledges Parkway ^HE
IS5J Akron, OH 44311 •"•
'his journal contains scientific articles and technical reports relating to detection,
valuation and control of occupational, environmental and radiological health, as well
as air pollution problems. It also includes articles about human and animal toxicology,
Product safety and applicable subjects covering the broad field of occupational
nealth. Price: $60.00 per year Frequency: Monthly
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MAGASIMIES
American Journal of Public Health
American Public Health Association
(202) 789-5600
D^sJ Washington, DC 20005 •"*
The American Public Health Association publishes a medical journal that contains the
current news and events of the public health field. Price: $60.00 per year
Frequency: Monthly
American Meteorological Society, Bulletin of
American Meteorological Society
t^^ 45 Beacon Street *&&* (617) 227-2425
O^J Boston, MA 02108 •*•
This bulletin is published by the American Meteorological Society which certifies
consulting meteorologists and grants a Seal of Approval to television and radio
meteorologists Price: $60.00 per year Frequency: Monthly
American Mining Congress, Journal of
American Mining Congress
ffg^Tk 1920 N Street, NW §Sa» (202) 861-3800
O^SJ Suite 300 •••
Washington, DC 20036
This publication contains information on the industry association of producers of
metals, coal, industrial and agricultural minerals; manufacturers of mining and mineral
processing machinery, equipment and supplies; and mining engineering firms. Price
$50.00 per year Frequency: Monthly
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PEMOMCALS
American Naturalist, The
American Society of Naturalists
Biological Sciences
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS 66045
(913) 864-3763
The American Society of Naturalists' publication contains information by
professionals of the biological sciences with particular interests in the environment
sciences. Price: $35.00 per year members (includes subscriptons), 50.00 per year
nonmembers Frequency: Monthly
American Planning Association, Journal of
American Planning Association
1776 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Suite 704
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 872-0611
The Journal of the American Planning Association is a representation of the interests
of professional urban and regional planners. Price: $10.00 per year members,
$30.00 per year nonmembers Frequency: Quarterly
American Water Works Association Journal
American Water Works Association
6666 W Quincy Avenue
Denver, CO 80235
(303) 794-7711
This publication serves the people with a professional interest in the design,
operation and management of public water supply systems. It includes articles on
i "lily management, financing and planning; resources evaluation and development;
»eatment plant and distribution system materials, design, instrumentation and
Derations; public health and sanitation; and industrial water treatment. Price: Free
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NEW§LETTEE§9
MAGAZINES. IPEMOBICALS
American Water Works Journal, The
American Water Works
,{ig^7k 1010 Vermont Avenue, NW (202) 628-8303
\^<\ Suite 810 ^
Washington, DC 20005
The American Water Works Journal is concerned with water utilities primarily in the
area of drinking water. Price: $48.00 per year Frequency: Monthly
AMSA Monthly Report
Association of Metropolitan Sewerage Agencies
-{=g±>, 1015 18th Street, NW fjfr (202) 659-9161
D^s] Suite 1002 ^
Washington. DC 20036
The Association of Metropolitan Sewerage Agencies publishes a monthly report
which serves to exchange technical data and deal with the federal government on
environmental and regulatory matters. Price: $25.00 per year Frequency:
Monthly
Analytical Chemistry
American Chemical Society
fOg^Tk 1155 16th Street, NW •CaP* (202) 872-4600
Ix^^CJ Washington, DC 20036 ^*
This publication serves chemists, life scientists and engineers. Its articles discuss
instruments, equipment and chemicals to be used in food and drug analysis,
environmental and quality control, geology, energy research, occupational health,
materials engineering, oceanology, biology, nuclear research, and petrolem Research
& Development. Price: $22/year to members, $33/year to nonmembers
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NEWSLETTERS,
. IPEMOMCALS
Analytical Toxicology, Journal of
Preston Publications, Inc.
Box
7800 Merrimac
Miles, IL 60648
(312) 965-0566
The Journal of Analytical Toxicology serves lexicologists, chemical researchers and
educators engaged in clinical, industrial and forensic toxicology. It includes articles in
industrial toxicology, environmental pollution and Pharmaceuticals. Price: $103.00
per year Frequency: Bimonthly
Applied and Environmental Microbiology Journal
American Society for Microbiology
1913 I Street, NW
Washington, DC 20006
(202) 833-9680
The Applied and Environmental Microbiology Journal serves scientists working in
industrial and food microbiology; ecology; eco-systems research; ecological studies
of algae, fungi, protozoa and viruses; microbiological.studies in fresh water, marine,
soil, air, plant and animal environments. Price: $35/year members, $180/year
nonmembers Frequency: Monthly
(312) 667-2200
APWA Reporter, The
American Public Works Association
1313 East 60th Street
Chicogo, IL 60637
The APWA Reporter is for public works officials at local, state and federal levels and
others involved in the public works field. It includes articles by public works
PWrtioners on subjects such as solid wastes, water resources, municipal
engineering, transportation, equipment services, buildings & grounds and snow
removal. Price: Free with membership Frequency: Monthly
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NEWSLETTE
Archives of Clinical Ecology Journal
Journal of Clinical Ecology Publicatons
jfgSSi 109 West Olive street fl&fr (303) 482-6001
D^SJ Fort Collins, CO 80524 •"•
The Archives of Clinical Ecology Journal studies the effects of the environment on
human health. Price: $26.00 per year Frequency: Quarterly
Archives of Environmental Health
Heldref Publications
4000 Albemarle Street, NW iBBE (202) 362-6445
Washington, DC 20016
This publication contains articles and research on the environmental sciences and
health problems. Price: $60.00 per year Frequency: Bimonthly
Ash at Work
American Coal Ash Association
J^Tk 1819 H Street, NW JflBP* (202) 659-2303
L?^sJ Suite 510 * •"
Washington, DC 20006
The American Coal Ash Association publication consists of information from
companies producing fly ash from the combustion of coal and is intended for those
who are interested in promoting the economic use of the fly ash. Price: $2.50 pef
year to members, $5.00 per year to nonmembers Frequency: Quarterly
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NEWSLETTERS,
MAGAZINES. FEMOMCALS
Balance
National Environmental Development Association
605 14th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20095
(202) 638-1230
Balance is a newsletter which discusses the impact of environmental legislation on
business and industry. Price: Free with membership Frequency: Quarterly
Balance Wheel
The Association for Conservation Information
930 Custer Avenue, West
Helena, MT 59620
(406) 444-2474
The Association for Conservation Information's publication is devoted to the
protection and management of natural resources and wildlife. Members of the
Association are officials of state fish and game, parks, recreation, soil and forestry
departments. Price: $15.00 per year for members Frequency: Quarterly
BioCycle-Journal of Waste Recycling
Press, Inc.
Box 351
Emmaus, PA 18049
(215) 967-4135
The Journal of Waste Recycling is concerned with the reuse of sludge and waste
water and with the cover of re-cycling products such as glass, yard waste and
Paper. it is also basically concerned with composting. Price: $43.00 per year
hfequency: Ten times a year
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NEWSLETTEES,
MAGAZINIESL PEMOMCALS
Boston College Environmental Affairs Law Review, The
Boston College Law School
fjfaZk 885 Centre Street ffigi (617) 552-8000
[>^vj Newton Centre, MA 02159 •"•
The Boston College Environmental Affairs Law Review is intended to present a
forum for diversity of environmental issues. Price: $22.00 per year Frequency:
Four times a year
CEA Newsletter
Conservation Education Association
University of Wisconsin
Green Bay, Wl 54301
(414) 465-2397
This newsletter promotes environmental conservation education for people of all
ages. It keeps updated accounts on conservation education and one issue a year is
devoted to an annual conference. Price: Free with membership Frequency: Four
times a year
Chemical & Engineering News
American Chemical Society
1155 16th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 872-4600
Chemical & Engineering News provides coverage of technical and business
developments throughout the chemical process industry with reports on research,
production, technology, chemicals, equipment, management, sales, marketing,
industry, business, and government. Price: $40.00 per year to nonmembers
Frequency: Weekly
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NEWSLETTERS,
IPEMOPICALS
Chemical Engineering
McGraw-Hill Publications
1221 Avenue of the Americas •SB* (212) 512-6547
New York, NY 10020
This publication informs chemical engineers and other technical personnel in the
chemical process industries about technical and industrial developments with new
items; articles describing new engineering techniques including pollution control
processes; & state-of-the-art reports covering new equipment, chemicals, materials,
engineering systems and services. Price: $27.50/year Frequency: Twice a month
Chemical Engineering Progress Magazine
American Institute of Chemical Engineers
345 East 47th Street iQBE (212) 705-7968
New York, NY 10017 •"•
This magazine contains tehcnical articles and industrial news items covering the full
range of professional interests of Chemical Engineers including environmental
controls for chemical and petrochemical industrial plants. Price: $35.00 per year to
nonmembers Frequency: Monthly
Chemical Substances Control
fi)e Bureau of National Affairs, Inc.
1231 25th Street, NW iBBE (301) 258-1033
Washington, DC 20037 •"•
This publication is a practical guidance on regulatory compliance and management of
chemicals from per manufacture through disposals. It provides clear explanations of
now to comply with the laws and regulations governing chemicals including toxic and
hazardous chemicals, pesticides, and other substances. Price: $356.00 per year
frequency: Biweekly
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NEWSLETTERS,
MAGAZINES* PERTOMCALS
Chemical Times & Trends
Chemical Specialities Manufacturers Association
1001 Connecticut Avenue, NW «BHi (202) 872-8110
Washington, DC 20036 *•*
Chemical Times & Trends contains articles which report on trends and developments
in the manufacturing and selling of industrial, household and personal care products.
Articles discuss legal, environmental and regulatory issues important to the chemical
specialities industry. Price: $15.00 per year Frequency: Four times a year
Clean Water Report
Business Publishers, Inc.
ffg^Tk 951 Pershing Drive fRi (301) 587-6300
D^xJ Silver Spring, MD 20919 •"•
Clean Water Report provides information on safe drinking water, water resources
projects, water quality and effluent standards, groundwater protection and other
issues with inside coverage of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the
Interior Department. Price: $185.72/year Frequency: Biweekly
Clearwaters
New York Water Pollution Control Association
£~^D\ 90 Presidential Plaza •CBE (315) 422-7811
D^^sJ Suite 122 ••
Syracuse, NY 13202
This publication is prepared for professionals who design, construct, manage and
operate wastewater treatment facilities in New York State and for municipal officials
and others concerned with the water pollution control. It contains news of
Association affairs and articles on design methods, legislation, wastewater
treatment plant operations and technological innovations. Price: $5.00 per year
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Climate and Applied Meterology, Journal of
American Meteorological Society
45 Beacon Street
Boston, MA 02108
(617) 227-2425
The Journal of Climate and Applied Meteorology is published by the American
Meteorological Society which certifies consulting meterologists and grants a Seal of
Approval to television and radio meteorologists. Price: $120.00 per year
Frequency: Monthly
Clinical Toxicology, Journal of
Marcel Dekker, Inc.
270 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10016
(212) 696-9000
This journal provides authoritative international resources for all facets of medical
toxicology that deal directly with and contribute to the practical aspects of poison
management. Price: $49.75 per year Frequency: Six times a year
Coastal Reporter Newsletter
American Littoral Society
Sandy Hook
Highlands, NJ 07732
(201) 291-0055
The Coastal Reporter Newsletter is published by the American Littoral Society which
promotes the study and conservation of the coastal zone habitat. Price: Free with
membership Frequency: Four times a year
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Coastal Zone Management
Crane, Russak & Company, Inc.
3 East 44th Street
New York, NY 10017
(212) 867-1490
Coastal Zone Management explores social, political, legal and cultural issues
surrounding the management of valuable and unique coastal resources and
environments. Price: $72.00 per year Frequency: Quarterly
Conservation Foundation Letter
The Conservation Foundation
1255 23rd Street, NW
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 293-4800
This publication gives an in-depth analysis of environmental and conservation
material. It covers various topics such as energy, conservation, toxic substances,
and acid rain. Price: Free Frequency: Bimonthly
Conservationist, The
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
50 Wolf Road
Albany, NY 12233
(518) 474-2121
The Conservationist contains information about the environmental issues in the
state of New York on such matters as pollution and wildlife. Price: $5.00 per year
Frequency: Monthly
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£MIE§« IPEEIOPIKC,
Critical Reviews in Environmental Control
CRC Press, Inc.
2000 Corporate Boulevard, NW
Boca Raton, FL 33431
(305) 994-0555
This publication reviews the current literature on environment and environmental
control. Price: $128.00 per volume Frequency: Four issues per volume
(published irregularly)
Current Issues in Environmental Education
North American Association for Environmental Education
Box 400
Troy, OH 45373
(513) 698-6493
The North American Association for Environmental Education publishes Current
Issues in Environmental Education which promotes environmental education
programs at the post-secondary, secondary and elementary levels. Price: Changes
with each publication (usually under 10.00) Frequency: Yearly
(212) 696-9000
Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology, Journal of
Marcel Dekker, Inc.
270 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10016
The Journal of Toxicology: Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology focuses on
oermatological, toxicological, and ophthamological studies to broaden the
understanding of such phenomena as sensitivation, irritation, and phototoxicity.
nce: $131.00 per year Frequency: Four times a year
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Drug and Chemical Toxicology
Marcel Dekker, Inc.
270 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10016
(212) 696-9000
This publication is an international journal for those concerned with safety evaluation
of drugs and chemicals. Price: $93.00 per year Frequency: Four times a year
Earth Science
American Geological Institute
4220 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22302
(703) 379-2480
Earth Science is a publication of the American Geological Institute which is
concerned with geological issues. Price: $8.00 per year Frequency: Quarterly
Ecological Monographs
Ecological Society of America
,{g^:> 730 11th Street, NW «? (202) 628-1500
D^^^sJ Suite 400 •••
Washington, DC 20001
The Ecological Society of America publishes Ecological Monographs which is a
scientific journal that explores ecological issues. Price: $40.00 per year Frequency:
Quarterly
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Ecological Society of America Bulletin
Ecological Society of America
730 11th Street, NW
Suite 400
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 628-1500
The Ecological Society of America Bulletin is a professional publication for individuals
interested in the study of living things in relation to their environments. Price:
$15.00 for members Frequency: Quarterly
(202) 628-1500
Ecology
Ecological Society of America
730 11th Street, NW
Suite 400
Washington, DC 20001
Ecology is a scientific journal which contains information on the study of living
things in their environment. Price: $90.00 per year Frequency: Bimonthly
Ecology USA
Business Publishers, Inc.
951 Pershing Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 587-6300
This publication is for professionals in government, industry and academia who are
concerned with the ecological developments of today. It gives coverage of air and
water pollution control, waste management and toxic substances, wildlife and natural
^sources protection, and other vital environmental issues. Price: $72.72 per year
frequency: Biweekly
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EMS Newsletter
Environmental Mutagen Society
£~^D>[ p-°- Box 2234 "S1 (415) 422'5698
D^^J Livermore, CA 94550 *"*
The EMS Newsletter consists of studies of scientists who explore mutagens in the
human environment, especially as they affect public health. Price: Free with
membership Frequency: Two times a year
Environment
Heldref Publishing
/^Tk 4000 Albemarle Street, NW «ffiagi (202) 362-6445
D^SJ Washington, DC 20016 ^
Environment is a publication concerning science and science policy. It is read and
written by scientists who study the environment and its surrounding problems.
Price: $23.00 per year Frequency: Ten times a year
Environment and Behavior
Sage Publications, Inc.
fd^Tk 275 South Beverly Drive •SSp (213) 274-8003
L^^sJ Beverly Hills, CA 90212 •"*
This publication reports rigorous experimental and theoretical work on study, design
and control of the physical environment and its interaction with humans. Price:
$28.00 per year Frequency: Bimonthly
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Environment Report
Trends Publishing, Inc.
National Press Building
Washington, DC 20045
(202) 393-0031
Environment Report contains technological, economical and environmental policy
issues that deal with environmental research in the field. Price: $390.00 per year
Frequency: Bimonthly
Environment Reporter
Bureau of National Affairs, Inc.
1231 25th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 372-1033
This multi-volume loose-leaf service updates the issues of pollution control and
environmental activity in Congress, federal agencies, state capitals, and courtrooms.
It contains information on air pollution, water pollution, sewage treatment, solid
waste, hazardous waste, land use, and mining, including federal and state laws and
regulations. Price: $1 ,320.00 per year Frequency: Weekly
(202) 745-4871
Environmental Action
Environmental Action
1525 New Hampshire Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036
This publication examines the impact of human beings and industry on environment
and the effect of industry on humans. Specific interests in this publication are
toxicants, energy, and health. Price: $20.00 per year Frequency: Bimonthly
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Environmental Communicator
North American Association for Environmental Education
£ff^\ Box 400 iga> (513) 698-6493
l^<] Troy, OH 45373 •"*
The North American Association for Environmental Education promotes
environmental education programs at the post-secondary, secondary, and
elementary levels. Price: Free with membership Frequency: Six times a year
Environmental Contamination and Toxicology, Bulletin of
Springer-Verlag New York, Inc.
<(g^-L 175 Fifth Avenue •ffigB* (212) 460-1500
O^SJ New York, NY 10010 ***
The Bulletin of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology is a publication of
significant advances and discoveries in the air, soil, water and food contamination
and pollution. It also contains information dealing with methodology and toxicants
in the environment. Price: $255.00 per year Frequency: Monthly
Environmental Education Report and Newsletter
American Society for Environmental Education
fd^Tk P.O. Box 800 iggp (603) 643-3563
O52^ Hanover, NH 03755 •••
This newsletter covers one topic of contemporary environmental concerns per issue.
It contains articles on resources and reference materials. Price: $25.00 per year
Frequency: Quarterly
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Environmental Education, The Journal of
Heldref Publications
;g^-L 4000 Albemarle Street, NW «JSjp (202) 362-6445
IT^N] Washington, DC 20016 *"*
This journal is written by educators for other educators for teaching methods and
skills to keep them informed on environmental issues. Price: $40.00 per year
Frequency: Quarterly
Environmental Engineering, Journal of
American Society of Civil Engineers
345 East 47th Street igB» (212) 705-7496
New York, NY 10017 •"•
This journal is intended to advance scientific knowledge and sound engineering
thought and practice in solving problems of the environment. It is concerned with
safe water supplies, recycling safe water and waste, draining of water, control of
water, and soil and air pollution. This publication keeps the subscribers well informed
of problems in the environment and promotes adequate sanitation. Price: $80.00
Environmental Entomology
Entomological Society of America
4603 Calvert Road «gJB» (301) 864-1334
College Park, MD 20740 •"•
^nvironmental Entolomology contains research about ecology and population
dynamics as well as information on food dynamics, pheremones, attraction/repelling,
alarm secretion, venoms, insect interaction with other organisms, characteristics and
activity of microbial organisms, pesticides, and physiological responses to the
environment. Price: $66.00 per year Frequency: Two times a month
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Environmental Ethics
Environmental Philosophy, Inc.
The University of Georgia •flaO (404) 542-6875
Athens, GA 30602
The Environmental Ethics journal is dedicated to philosophical aspects of
environmental problems and is intended as a forum for diverse interests and
attitudes to bring together philosophy traditions with the technological world.
Price: $18.00 per year Frequency: Quarterly
Environmental Forum, The
Environmental Law Institute
, 1346 Connecticut Avenue, NW iQi (202) 328-5150
D^^sJ Suite 600 '**
Washinqton, DC 20036
This publication focuses on legal and regulatory topics with a policy orientation and is
primarily concerned with federal issues. Price: $95.00 per year Frequency:
Monthly
Environmental Geology
Springer-Verlag, Inc.
fdg^Th 175 Fiftn Avenue iflHE (212) 460-1500
L^O New York, NY 10010 •"•
Environmental Geology is an international publication which is concerned with
interactions between humanity and the earth. It contains geological hazards and
processes; management of resources (land, water, fuels, minerals, air and pollutants
of the environment); and basic environmental impact studies. Price: $80.00 per
year Frequency: Quarterly
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Environmental Health Letter
Environews, Inc.
1097 National Press Building
Washington, DC 20045
(202) 347-3868
The Environmental Health Letter contains news and activities of health effects on
the environment. It includes information on air, land, and water pollution; and on
toxicants and radiation. Price: $145.00 per year Frequency: Semi-monthly
Environmental Health Perspectives
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
P.O. Box 12233
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
(919) 541-3345
This environmental publication is for people with knowledge and background in the
science fields. It is a scientific journal in technical language which contains
proceedings from scientific conferences and issues on target organisms and
environmental assaults. Price: $46.00 per year Frequency: Six times a year
Environmental Health, Journal of
National Environmental Health Association
(303) 756-9090
720 South Colorado Boulevard
Suite 970
Denver, CO 80222
This publication is a professional journal covering all phases of environmental health.
'he articles are original and deal with scientific, educational and general phases of
environmental sanitation. It examines food, radiation, recreation, water supplies,
stream pollution, vector control, air pollution, housing, hospitals, schools and
accident prevention. Price: $35.00/year Frequency: 6 times a year
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Environmental Law Reporter
Environmental Law Institute
J^-W 1616 P Street, NW ^5^ (202) 328-5150
LT^J Suite 200 •••
Washington, DC 20026
Environmental Law Reporter is a monthly loose-leaf service devoted to the
compilation and analysis of developments in the rapidly expanding field of
environmental law. It is designed to serve as a time-saving research tool for lawyers
confronting environmental issues. This journal also contains important and useful
material for engineers, planners, economists, and social and natural scientists as well.
Environmental Management Report
Government Institutes, Inc.
966 Hungerford Drive, #24 «fla» (301) 251-9250
Rockville, MD 20850 •"•
Environmental Management Report is for those concerned with current information
on environmental compliance. This quarterly report gives readers authoritative and
practical compliance advice and analysis presented by experienced lawyers,
engineers, and businessmen. Price: $124.00 per year Frequency: Quarterly
Environmental Progress
American Institute of Chemical Engineers
J^Tk 345 East 47th Street ^of (212) 705-7968
D^<3 New York, NY 10017 •"•
Environmental Progress is a publication which deals with multifaceted aspects of the
pollution problem. It provides coverage of abatement, control, and containment of
effluents and emissions within compliance standards. This publication includes
papers which cover aspects of environment pollution including water, air, liquid, and
solid wastes. Price: $50.00 per year Frequency: Quarterly
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Environmental Quality, Journal of
American Society of Agronomy
/^Tk 677 South Segoe Road
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Environmental Science & Technology
American Chemical Society
1155 16th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 872-4600
Environmental Science & Technology is intended to communicate scientific
knowledge involving chemicals to the environmental field and businesses at large.
Price: $28.00 per year to members, $42.00 per year to nonmembers Frequency:
Monthly
Environmental Science and Health, Journal of, Part A
Marcel Dekker, Inc.
££m>i 270 Madison Avenue «SSE» (212) 696-9000
D^SJ New York, NY 10016 **
This journal emphasizes engineering innovations, control systems, and the chemical
fate of pollutants and pollution levels and sources. Price: $141.00 per year
Frequency: Eight times a year
Environmental Science and Health, Journal of, Part B
Marcel Dekker, Inc.
J=£Lk 270 Madison Avenue «Qp (212) 696-9000
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Environmental Science and Health, Journal of, Part C
Marcel Dekker, Inc.
/^"k 270 Madison Avenue iflB* (212) 696-9000
L^sJ New York, NY 10016 •"•
This publication provides multidisciplinary, concise, critical reviews covering all
aspects of chemical carcinogens in the environment. Price: $50.00 per year
Frequency: Two times a year
Environmental Sciences, Journal of
Institute of Environmental Sciences
940 East Northwest Highway iflH* (312) 255-1561
Mt. Prospect, IL 60656 ^*
This journal contains technical articles and reports on the research, testing,
simulating, controlling and teaching of environmental sciences and technologies.
Price: $25.00 per year Frequency: Six times a year
Environmental Spectrum
Environmental Sciences Program
(5wp>l Cook College (201) 932-9443
LS5J Rutgers University •"*
New Brunswick, NY 08903
"[his oublication is published as part of the environmental sciences program at Cook
College, Rutgers. It covers a wide range of environmental news, particularly related
"0 the New Jersey area, as well as publications and meetings of interest. Price:
Free Frequency: Bimonthly
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EPA Journal
Environmental Protection Agency
401 M Street, SW iQ» (202) 382-4359
Washington, DC 20460 •"*
The EPA Journal is a magazine published by the Environmental Protection Agency to
address environmental matters of interest. Price: $20.00 per year Frequency:
six times a year
EPA Regulatory Agenda
Environmental Protection Agency
PM-223 iga» (202) 382-5480
" Washington, DC 20460
The EPA Regulatory Agenda is one of the most valuable publications from EPA
providing scientific information on the status of regulations that are under
development, revision, and reviews at the Agency. The Agenda is published to keep
interested parties informed of the progress of EPA regulations. Price: Free
Frequency: April and October
Farm Chemicals
Meister Publishing Company
37841 Euclid Avenue ^HE (216) 942-2000
Willoughby, OH 44094 •"•
This publication contains articles and staff research reports on the production,
marketing and application of fertilizers and crop protection chemicals. Material is
for the fertilizer bulk blender, fluid mixer, pesticide/fertilizer dealer, aerial applicator
and ground rig operator to improve operations and to sell products and services.
Price: $20/year Frequency: Monthly
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Fertilizer Progress
Fertilizer Institute
1015 18th Street, NW «5gJ» (202) 861-4900
Washington, DC 20036 •"*
This publication is for persons in the fertilizer, farm chemical and allied industries. It
is directed toward business and management with emphasis on the retail market and
includes information on sales, services, credit, products, equipment, production,
regulation, research, and the environment. Price: $30.00 per year Frequency:
Bimonthly
Filtration News
Filtration News, Company
31505 Grand River
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Food and Chemical Toxicology
Pergamon Press, Inc.
Fairview Park
Elmsford, NY 10523
(914) 592-7700
This publication Is concerned with the information and risks of food and chemicals,
chemical accidents, mineral fibers, and acids. Price: $445.00 per year Frequency:
Monthly
(202) 293-5935
Fundamental & Applied Toxicology
Society of Toxicology
<{«^rk 1133 15th Street, NW
D^xl Suite 620
Washington, DC 20005
Fundamental & Applied Toxicology presents current articles and reports relating to
those broad aspects of toxicology relevant to assessing the risk of exposure of
toxic agents (chemicals, including drugs and natural products or forms of energy) on
human and other animal health. Examples include statistical and mathematical
methods of risk assessment and safety evaluation studies. Price: $122.00 per year
(202) 833-8383
FWQA Newsletter
Federal Water Quality Association
US EPA
401 M Street, SW, WH 547
Washington, DC 20460
This newsletter is intended for those concerned with sewage and industrial waste
treatment and disposal. Price: Free with membership Frequency: Seven times a
year
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Genetic Engineering Letter
Environews, Inc.
{•fah 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW •£&» (202) 347-3868
D^sJ Suite 509 •"•
Washington, DC 20004
This newsletter reports and analyzes developments in the entire field of
biotechnology with primary, but not exclusive, emphasis on public policy issues. It
reports and interprets activities of industrial and public organizations in the field.
Price: $295.00/yr Frequency: Twice a month
Genetic Engineering News
Mary Ann Liebert, Inc.
157 East 86th Street ^5B» (212) 289-2300
New York, NY 10028 •"•
Genetic Engineering News covers funding, patent alerts, new product information,
regulatory and scale-up guidelines, R&D news, financial news, and notices of
pertinent meetings. It focuses on recombinant DNA, hybridoma technology,
enzymology, fermentation and cell culture in the Pharmaceuticals, minerals and
diagnostics. Price: $125.00 per year Frequency: Ten times a year
Ground Water Age
National Trade Publications, Inc.
8 Stanley Circle
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Ground Water Newsletter
Water Information, Inc.
125 East Bethpage Road
Plain View, NY 11803
(516) 249-7634
The Ground Water Newsletter covers ground water exploration, development,
management, recharge, pollution, underground water waste disposal legislation,
reports, and research. Price: $147.00 per year Frequency: Semi-monthly
Harvard Environmental Law Review
Harvard Law School
Austin Hall 202
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 495-3100
The Harvard Environmental Law Review is a student and faculty publication which
contains law reviews of cases involving the environment. Price: $15.00 per year
Frequency: Two times a year
Hazardous Materials & Waste Management
Hazardous Materials & Waste Management Association
243 West Main Street
Kutztown, PA 19530
(215) 683-5098
This magazine is for persons with responsibilities in generation, transportation,
treatment, storage and disposal of hazardous materials and waste. It covers the
continuing federal and state regulatory involvement with companies relative to
hazardous materials and waste. Price: $18.00 per year Frequency: Bimonthly
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Hazardous Waste & Hazardous Materials
Hazardous Materials Control Research Institute, Mary Ann Liebert, Inc.
jsf^-L 157 East 86th Street *S*& (212) 289-2300
IT^J New York, NY 10028 •*•
Hazardous Waste & Hazardous Materials is a journal for the dissemination of
information for the purpose of advancing technology and for providing economical
and ecological methodology for the regulation and management of hazardous waste.
Topics fall into four categories: technology, health effects, environmental effects
and public policy. Price: $80.00 per year Frequency: Quarterly
Hazardous Waste Consultant, The
McCoy & Associates
f^k 13131 West Cedar Drive «JSjp (303) 987-0333
l/^xl Lakewood, CO 80228 •"•
This publication is a technical journal providing information on hazardous and toxic
waste issues. Price: $350.00 per year Frequency: Bimonthly
Hazardous Waste News
Business Publishers, Inc.
951 Pershing Drive «SgJ» (301) 587-6300
Silver Spring, MD 20910 *"*
Hazardous Waste News is concerned with hazardous waste management and is
intended for those who generate, collect, transport, or dispose of hazardous waste.
"contains legislative, regulatory and judicial decisions as well as information on
research grants, service contracts, and equipment sales throughout the United
States. Price: $328.00 per year Frequency: Weekly
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HAZCHEM Alert
Van Nostrand Reinhold Information Services
dsSTk 115 Fifth Avenue (212) 254-3232
L^gy] New York, NY 10003 •"•
This publication is a global communique on hazardous chemical news and information.
Price: $225.00 per year Frequency: Biweekly
HazTECH NEWS
Business Publishers, Inc.
951 Pershing Drive igHE (301) 587-6300
Silver Spring, MD 20910 ***
HazTECH News is intended to keep those interested in hazardous waste up-to-date
on new developments and discoveries in waste products. Price: $257.00 per year
Frequency: Biweekly
Health and Environment Digest
Health and Environment Network
/g^rk 5901 Brooklyn Blvd.
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Highlights
Water Pollution Control Federation
/^Th 2626 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW ^HE (202) 337-2500
17s*;] Washington, DC 20037 ***
Highlights is a publication of the Water Pollution Control Federation that is intended
for associations concerned with the disposal of domestic and industrial waste
waters. Price: $3.00 per year for members, $16.00 per year for nonmembers
Frequency: Monthly
HSIA Newsletter
Halogenated Solvent Industry Alliance
2315 M Street, NW •»• (202) 223-5890
Washington, DC 20037 ***
This publication contains information about programs on legislative and regulatory
problems involving halogenated solvents. Price: Free with membership
Frequency: Six times a year
Hydata News and Views
American Water Resources Association
5410 Qrosvenor Lane flfl9l (301) 493-8600
Suite 220 •••
Bethesda, MD 20814
News and Views is dedicated to research, planning, management,
Jevelopment and education in water resources. Price: $15.00 per year Frequency:
TWO times a month
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ICWP Policy Statement & Bylaws
Interstate Conference on Water Problems
fdgtTk 2300 M Street, NW iTCi (202) 466-7287
0^*3 Suite 800 •••
Washington, DC 20037
This publication is concerned with conservation, development and administration of
water and land-related resources. Price: $10.00 per year Frequency: Yearly
Impact Assessment Bulletin
International Association for Impact Assessment, Technology & Science Policy
Georgia Institute of Technology
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Industrial Safety & Hygiene News
Chilton Company
One Chilton Way
Radnor, PA 19089
(215) 964-4055
This publication serves persons responsible for purchasing and using safety,
industrial hygiene, fire protection, security and emergency first aid equipment and
related services. It includes reports on equipment selection and usage,
slate-of-the-art developments, product applications, research and standards.
Price: $30.00 per year Frequency: Monthly
Inside ACSH
American Council on Science and Health
1995 Broadway
New York, NY 10023
(212) 362-7044
Inside ACSH provides the public with scientifically balanced evaluations of foods,
chemicals, the environmental, and health. Price: $35.00 per year Frequency:
Quarterly
Inside EPA Weekly Report
Inside Washington Publishers
P.O. Box 7167
Ben Franklin Station
Washington, DC 20044
(703) 892-8500
Inside EPA Weekly Report discusses various activities of the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency. It focuses on recent Agency policy decisions, related Senate and
House environmental committee proceedings, Agency program & media activities,
aDpropriate environmental studies & analyses, and assessments of political positions
as they relate to the regulation, monitoring, and evaluation of the environment.
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International Water Report
Water Information Center, Inc.
(516) 249-7634
D^sJ Syosset, NY 11791 ^
This publication keeps subscribers informed on the topics of water that are current,
and keeps them abreast of water works and topics done in Europe, Asia, South
America and Oceana. Price: $27.00 per year Frequency: Four times a year
Job Safety and Health
The Bureau of National Affairs, Inc.
1231 25th Street, NW iBE (202) 452-4500
Washington, DC 20037 •••
Job Safety and Health is a reference and practical guide to help you comply with
complicated job safety and health laws -- and reduce the risk of injuries and penalties.
This bulletin gives you answers to questions about compliance with safety and health
standards, variance options, technical rules, and promoting safety awareness.
Price: $356.00 per year Frequency: Biweekly
Land & Water
Land & Water
-{g^Tk Trolley Center, #15 iflHE (515) 576-3191
D^^ 908 Central A •••
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
This publication is intended to help land improvement contractors to save soil, clean
up water and promote the use of those resources. Articles discuss soil conservation,
land clearing, land leveling, irrigation ditching, agricultural drainage, site preparation
and landscaping, excavation, and on-site waste management. Price: Free to
contractors, $2.00 per year to noncontractors Frequency: Eight times a year
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Land Letter
WJ. Chandler Associates
1511 K Street, NW <3wg» (202) 783-7762
Washington, DC 20005 •"*
This publication contains information on research and policy analysis services that
monitor major developments at federal levels that affect conservation use and
management, and use of private and public lands. Price: $125.00 per year
Frequency: Thirty-six times a year
Land Use and Environmental Law Review
Clark Boardman Company, Ltd.
435 Hudson Street Jffisgi (212) 929-7500
New York, NY 10014 •••
This publication contains reprints of approximately 15 environmental, land use, and
zoning articles that have appeared in law reviews in the past year. These articles are
chosen by a selected panel of environmental experts. Price: $65.00 per year
Frequency: Yearly
Land Use Digest
Land Institute
1090 Vermont Avenue, NW «SgJ» (202) 289-8500
Suite 300 ***
Washington, DC 20005
Land Use Digest is published by developers, architects and public officials organized
to provide accurate, unbiased information useful to planners and developers. Price:
with membership Frequency: Monthly
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Land Use Planning Report
Business Publishers, Inc.
951 Pershing Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301 )587-6300
Land Use Planning Report is to serve municipal and state planning boards by giving
guidance and help in the field. This publication also looks at development in other
areas, including federal and local legislation that is being passed, information on
agriculture, and planning of land use. Price: $228.00 per year Frequency: Weekly
(202) 659-9161
Law Digest
Association of Metropolitan Sewerage Agencies
,(g±7k 1015 18th Street, NW
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Marine Ecology
Paul Parey Scientific Publishers
P.O.Box 236, 150 East 27th St
Suite 1A
New York, NY 10016
(212) 730-0518
Marine Ecology contains information on specific organisms in the environment and
reports on their interactions within the environment. Price: $172.70 per year
Frequency: Four times a year
NAEP Newsletter
National Association of Environmental Professionals
Box 9400
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 229-7171
This newsletter is published by professionals involved in environmental planning,
assessment, management, review, and research. Price: Free with membership
Frequency: Monthly
National Air Toxics Information Clearinghouse Newsletter
L/.S. EPA, Pollutant Assessment Branch
MD-12 iQi (919) 541-0850
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 •"•
The National Air Toxics Information Clearinghouse (NATICH) Newsletter is published
by NATICH to asist state and local air agencies making decisions on noncrrteria
pollutant emissions. Price: free Frequency:
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Natural Resources Journal
University of New Mexico School of Law
fa£LL 1117 Stanford, NE •flag* (505) 277-2146
D^<3 Albuquerque, NM 87131 •"•
The Natural Resources Journal is an International forum devoted to the study of
natural and environmental research. Price: $20.00 per year Frequency: Quarterly
NCLEHA Newsletter
National Conference of Local Environmental Health Administrators
1100 Graham Circle «ffigB» (216) 923-4891
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44224
This publication promotes efficient and effective local environmental health
programs. Price: Free Frequency: Two to four times a year
NCSHPO Newsletter
National Conference of State Historic Preservation Offices
ASfamk 444 North Capitol Street, NW «ga> (202) 624-5465
L?^J Surte 332 ^
Washington, DC 20001
This newsletter contains information on the development and administration of state
and federal historic preservation programs, and on the private and public
organizations and individuals who preserve historic sites. Price: Free with
membership Frequency: Six times a year
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NEHA Newsletter
National Environmental Health Association
720 South Colorado Boulevard
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Noise Control Report
Business Publishers, Inc.
,4^1. 951 Pershing Drive «BBE (301) 587-6300
D^vJ Silver Spring, MD 20910 •"•
Noise Control Report contains reports on the latest developments from Capitol
and important federal agencies like OSHA, EPA, FAA, FHWA, CPSC and others
which influence noise control policy. This publication covers real-world noise control
problems and their solutions and it reports on the industry, new products and
publications and grants and contracts. Price: $165.72/year Frequency: Biweekly
Northwest Environmental Journal
Institute for Environmental Studies
University of Washington *ga3fr (206) 543-1812
Seattle, WA 98195
This journal is concerned with environmental issues in the Northwest states and
parts of Canada. It reports on the corporate decision makers and promotes a
broader understanding of the environment. This publication is peer-reviewed.
Price: $16.00 per year Frequency: Semi-yearly
Occupational Hazards
Penton/IPC, Inc.
fGg^Tk 1111 Chester Avenue
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Occupational Health & Safety
Stevens Publishing Corporation
jsgTk P.O. Box 7573 iflHE (817) 776-9000
l&\\ Waco, TX 76714 •••
This publication assists health and safety professionals in their efforts to understand
and control illness, injury and hazardous exposure in the workplace. It includes news
about occupational health and safety; articles of an instructional, technical or
scientific nature; and regular departments devoted to cost containment, legal
developments, and review of literature. Price: $36/year Frequency: Monthly
Occupational Medicine, Journal of
mams & Wilkens
428 East Preston Street "BSE (301) 528-4000 or
Baltimore, MD 21202 •"• (800) 638-6423
The Journal of Occupational Medicine is concerned with the maintenance and
improvement of the health of workers. It is intended for physicians engaged full
|irne in the field of occupational medicine. Price: $50.00 per year Frequency:
Monthly
Operations Forum
Pollution Control Federation
2626 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW «^J* (202) 337-2500
Washington, DC 20037 •"*
journal contains information concerning the advancement of practical
knowledge in the technology, operation and management of water quality control
systems and facilities. Major subject areas include process control, wastewater plant
2nd laboratory operations, collection systems, maintenance, and plant management.
Hr|ce: Free with membership, $50.00 per year to nonmembers Frequency: Monthly
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Pesticide & Toxic Chemical News
Food Chemical News, Inc.
1101 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE •BBfr (202) 544-1980
Washington, DC 20003 •"•
This newsletter contains up-to-date analysis in areas of the Toxic Substances
Control Act (TSCA), the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA),
the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Superfund, and government
regulations affecting chemical production, transportation, disposal and occupational
health. Price: $415.00 per year Frequency: Weekly
Pesticide Biochemistry and Physiology
Academic Press, Inc.
fTgrtTk Journal Customer Service
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Pollution Abstracts
Cambridge Scientific Abstracts
5161 River Road
Bethesda, MD 20816
(301) 951-1400
This publication covers issues of pollution concerning air, marine, fresh and waste
water pollution, noise, radiation, environmental actions, and research. Price:
$464.00 per year Frequency: Two times a month
Pollution Engineering
Pudvan Publishing Company, Inc.
1935 Shermer Road
Northbrook, IL 60062
(312) 498-9840
This magazine serves about 60,000 subscribers that are responsible for designing,
specifying and maintaining equipment used to control air, water, solid waste disposal,
noise pollution, air filtration, and water treatment. Articles report on current
developments, technology, systems and processes, new products, industry events,
and government standards. Price: $18.00 per year Frequency: Monthly
Pollution Equipment News
Publishing, Inc.
8650 Babcock Boulevard
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
(412) 364-5366 or
(800) 245-3182
Pollution Equipment News is a magazine that serves persons responsible for
Purchase, installation and maintenance of air, water, wastewater and hazardous
waste pollution control equipment and products. Articles discuss pollution
^atement, new products, new techniques and new literature. Emphasis is on new
Products and services announcements. Price: Free to qualified persons
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Public Land News
Resource Publishing Company
,{=£±3, 1010 Vemont Avenue, NW ifl»i (202) 638-7529
l^<\ Suite 708 ^*
Washington, DC 20005
This newsletter provides information on land use and land development. It is
concerned with oil and gas leasing, coal leasing, timber harvesting, grazing, and
wilderness. Price: $157.00 per year Frequency: Every two weeks
Recycling Today
Market News Publishing Corporation
,(g^rk 156 Fifth Avenue •«!» (212) 255-2277
D^SJ New York, NY 10010 ^
Recycling Today is a magazine that serves the scrap processing and reclamation
industry, particularly scrap iron and steel, non-ferrous metals, precious metals, high
heat resistant jet alloys and secondary fibers including paper stock and textiles.
Emphasis is placed on recycling through the use of highly specialized equipment
peculiar to the needs of this industry. Price: $19.00 per year Frequency:
Resource Recovery Report
5313 38th Street, NW iBBE (202) 362-6034
Washington, DC 20015
Resource Recovery Report is a newsletter that deals primarily with energy from
wastes. Price: $109.00 per year Frequency: Monthly
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NEWSLETTERS,
MA(GASME§0 IPEMOMCALS
Resource Recycling
Resource Conservation Consultants
P.O. Box 10540 «BB» (503) 227-1319
Portland, OR 97210
This magazine is written for persons interested in recycling developments. It
includes descriptions and analyses of materials recovered from municipal solid waste
through recycling, reuse and waste reduction. A processing equipment guide is
included on a regular basis and articles discuss waste trends, market updates,
equipment news, information sources, and state reports. Price: $20.00 per year
Risk Assessment Review
Regional Risk Assessment Network, USEPA
Region II iBBE (212) 264-5682
New York, NY 10278 •"•
The Risk Assessment Review is a cooperative effort between the Office of Research
and Development and the Regional Risk Assessment Network. The Review serves as
a focal point for information exchange among the EPA risk assessment community
on both technical and policy issues related to risk assessment. Price: free
Frequency: bimonthly
SCAA News Brief
Spill Control Association of America
17117 West Nine Mile Road «BH» (313) 552-0500
Southfield, Ml 48075 •"•
SCAA News Brief is a membership newsletter for companies and individuals
concerned with cleaning up spills of hazardous products and manufacturers of
specialized products for spill control and clean up and protection of individuals.
Price: Free with membership Frequency: Monthly
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IPEMOBICALS
Sierra
Sierra
53° Bush Street •gffB* (415) 776-2211
San Francisco, CA 94108
This is a publication published to further educate the subscriber about environment
and ecological systems. Price: $29.00 for membership and subscription, $12.00
for nonmembership subscription Frequency: Six times a year
Sludge
Business Publishers, Inc.
951 Pershing Drive •SiJB* (301) 587-6300
Silver Spring, MD 20910 *"*
Sludge is a newsletter devoted exclusively to pollution control residuals management:
generation, collection, storage, treatment, transportation and ultimate disposal. It
contains information on the latest developments on pretreatment policy, ocean
dumping, cadmium uptake, land disposal, incineration, beneficial use technologies,
research, development and demonstration programs. Price: $185.72 per year
Society of Vector Ecologists, Bulletin of
Society of Vector Ecologists
rfgSDl Box 87 fR <714> 971-2421
L>^J Santa Ana, CA 92702 ^
This bulletin is published by those persons who study the environmental
interrelationships of arthropoids and disease-bearing animals of public health
importance as a basis for developing improved prevention and control measures.
Price: $25.00 per year Frequency: Two to four times a year
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SOCMA Newsletter
Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturers Association
/g^Tk 1330 Connecticut Avenue, NW ABi (202) 659-0060
E^J Washington, DC 20036 •••
This newsletter is intended for those persons in the trade, environmental and safety
issues that are associated with federal agencies. Price: Free with membership
Frequency: Every two weeks
Soil and Water Conservation, Journal of
Soil Conservation Society of America
7515 Northeast Ankeny Road JflHE (515) 289-2331
Ankeny, IA 50021 •"•
The Journal of Soil and Water Conservation promotes better land use and
management. Price: $25.00 per year Frequency: Two times a month
Solid Waste Management Newsletter
Environmental Sciences Program
fS^h Cook College *Q& (201) 932-9443
SSJ Rutgers University ^*
New Brunswick, NJ 08903
This newsletter is published as part of the environmental sciences program at Cook
WIege, Rutgers. It covers news on solid waste, particularly related to the New
Jersey area, as well as publications and meetings of interest. Price: Free upon
request Frequency: Bimonthly
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Solid Waste Report
Business Publishers, Inc.
951 Pershing Drive ffiafr (301) 587-6300
Silver Spring, MD 20910 *"*
Solid Waste Report covers the real world of solid waste collection, processing,
recovery, recycling, and ultimate disposal. Sanitation agencies, waste service
companies, equipment manufacturers and consultants subscribe. Price: $220.72
per year Frequency: Biweekly
STAPPA Washington Update
Association of Conservation Engineers
Jj^i 444 North Capitol Street, NW «Sa» (202) 624-7864
D^^J Washington, DC 20001 •"*
This publication contains information on fish, wildlife, parks, forests, and related
conservation and recreation fields of state and federal governments. STAPPA is the
State and Territorial Air Pollution Program Administrators. Price: Free with
membership (state and government officials only) Frequency: Once a month
State Regulation Report: Toxic Substances & Hazardous Waste
Business Publishers, Inc.
^^.k 951 Pershing Drive iffia* (301) 587-6300
D^<] Silver Spring, MD 20910 •"•
This report covers state legislative and regulatory initiatives and their prospective
impact on operations dealing with toxic substances and hazardous wastes. It
contains information on hazardous waste siting prohibitions, transportation routing
requirements, public and worker right-to-know laws, and state regulations
requirements. Price: $202.72 per year Frequency: Biweekly
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Texas Pollution Report
Report Publications, Inc.
P.O. Box 12368
Austin, TX 78711
(512) 478-5663
The Texas Pollution Report covers state and regulatory activity, court decisions,
state legislation concerning solid and hazardous waste, nuclear wastes, water quality,
and other various environmental issues. Price: $70.00 per year Frequency:
Weekly
Texas Water Report
Report Publications
P.O. Box 12368
Austin, TX 78711
(512) 478-5663
This report covers the subject of water in Texas including areas such as water
pollution, waste, conservation, legislation, regulations, and decision-making. Price:
$45.00 per year Frequency: Weekly
Toxic Materials News
Business Publishers, Inc.
951 Pershing Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 587-6300
Toxic Materials News covers all major developments involving toxic substances
'egislation, regulations, and litigation, in Washington and around the country. It
contains timely notices of new rulemaking actions, reports and studies, grants and
contracts, conferences, and personnel changes. Price: $356.00 per year
frequency: Weekly
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Toxic Materials Transport
Business Publishers, Inc.
951 Pershing Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 587-6300
This publication is designed to keep up with new laws and regulations at federal,
state, and local levels on toxic and hazardous substances. First hand coverage of
congressional regulatory and investigative agency actions plus the latest news from
around the country is covered in this newsletter. Price: $220.72 per year
Frequency: Biweekly
Toxicology & Applied Pharmacology
Academic Press
6277 Sea Harbor Drive
Orlando, FL 32887
(619) 699-6567
The Society of Toxicology is responsible for this publication that contains
information on the effects of chemicals on living organisms. Price: $475.00 per
year Frequency: Fifteen times a year
Toxicology and Environmental Health, Journal of
Hemisphere Publishing Corporation
1025 Vermont Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 783-3958
The Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health emphasizes toxicological effects
of natural and anthropogenics, and the effects of environmental pollutions and their
actions on organisms and in vitro systems. The topics in this journal includes:
carcinogenesis, mutagenesis, teratogenology, neurotoxicity, environmental factors
affecting health, and review papers on broad subjects. Price: $35.00 per year
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MA(GASME§0 FEMOEPICALS
Toxin Reviews, Journal of
Marcel Dekker, Inc.
270 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10016
(212) 696-9000
This journal has a dual emphasis on classifying toxins by their mechanisms of action,
and on new, underutilized substances. Price: $67.00 per year Frequency: Two
limes a year
TSCA Chemicals in Progress Bulletin
TSCA Assistance Office
(202) 424-9065
Office of Pesticide & Toxic Substances
U.S. EPA
Washington, DC 20460
This newsletter is intended for anyone who wishes to keep abreast of what is
happening in the Environmental Protection Agency's Toxic Substances Control Act
(TSCA) office. Price: Free upon request Frequency: Two times a month
UCWS Update
Universities Council on Water Resources
310 Agricultural Hall
University of Nebraska
Lincoln, NE 68583
(402) 472-3305
e UCWS Update contains information on education, research, public service, and
Ie9islative pursuits relevant to all aspects of water resources. Price: Free upon
Frequency: Quarterly
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Q PEMOPICALS
Washington Environmental Protection Report
Callahan Publication
/grtTk P.O. Box 3751 «gjJB» (202) 356-1925
D^O Washington, DC 20007 •••
This publication deals with environmental reports and legislation within and around
Washington, DC. Price: $150.00 per year Frequency: Two times a month
Washington Report
Interstate Conference on Water Problems
J=grrk 2300 M Street, NW •gJJB* (202) 466-7287
D^SJ Suite 800 ***
Washington. DC 20037
The Washington Report is written by and for those persons concerned with
conservation, development and administration of water and land-related resources.
Price: $95.00 per year Frequency: Every four to six weeks
Waste Age
National Solid Waste Management Association
1730 Rhode Island Avenue, NW «g|» (202) 861-0708
Washington, DC 20036 *"*
This magazine is for persons interested in the control and use of solid, hazardous,
and liquid wastes. Attention is given to new methods and new applications of
existing techniques and this publication features reports of the latest political,
economic, social and technical developments covering collecting, handling, hauling,
transferring, incineration, burying, recycling or otherwise dealing with wastes.
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Waste Disposal and Pollution Control
Wake man/Walworth
/ig^-L P. O. Box 1939 (203) 562-8518
D^xJ New Haven, CT 06509 •"•
This publication deals with state legislation that concerns air and water pollution,
toxic waste, acid rain, and related issues. Price: $95.00 per year Frequency:
Monthly
Waste Minimization & Recycling Report
Government Institutes, Inc.
966 Hungerford Drive, #24 ffiBft (301) 251-9250
Rockville, MD 20850 •"•
This monthly newsletter provides solid and hazardous waste generators with
information and case studies about waste minimization, reduction and recycling
strategies that have been successful for other firms. It also helps environmental
managers better understand and comply with EPA and state requirements for source
reduction. Price: $228.00 Frequency: Monthly
Water & Wastes Digest
Scranton Gillette Communications, Inc.
380 Northwest Highway •flSB* (312) 298-6622
Des Plaines, IL60016 •"•
This magazine serves municipal and industrial professionals responsible for design,
construction, operation and maintenance of pollution control systems. It covers
publicly and privately owned water and sewage systems; water supply procurement,
treatment and distribution; and industrial wastes. Price: $10/year Frequency:
Twice a month
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. IPEMOMCAILS
Water Equipment News
Storm & Associates
(217) 344-7443
813 North Lincoln Avenue
Urbana, IL 61801
This newsletter serves contractors in the ground water supply field engaged in
locating, drilling, equipping, monitoring, treating and conditioning water supply,
recharge, and disposal wells and manufacturers and distributors of equipment and
services used by those contractors. It includes articles on available equipment and
services and manufacturing and distribution facilities, among others. Price: Free
Water Law Newsletter
Rocky Mountain Mineral Law Foundation
Fleming Law B405 «gj* (303) 449-0943
University of Colorado ^*
Boulder, CO 80309
The Water Law Newsletter reports from 17 states and deals with the water law
developments in courts, state legislatures and state and federal regulations. It keeps
the readers abreast of water problems and solutions. Price: $20.00 per year
Frequency: Three times a year
Water Line
National Water Resources Association
„-.-... 955 L'Enfant Plaza North, SW «BH» (202) 488-0610
"* S. 1202
Washington, DC 20024
This newsletter is for those persons interested in water resource development
projects such as irrigation districts, canal companies and conservancy districts.
Price: $100.00 per year Frequency: Monthly
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MAGAZINES PEMOBDICALS
Water Newsletter/Research & Development News
Water Information Center, Inc.
;^"-k 125 East Bethpage Road «Qp (516) 249-7634
D*2*3 Plain View, NY 11803 •••
This newsletter deals with topics concerning the water field such as conservation,
agriculture, biology and engineering. Price: $97.00 per year Frequency: Two
limes a month
Water Pollution Control
The Bureau of National Affairs, Inc.
1231 25th Street, NW •BBPi (202) 452-4500
Washington, DC 20037 ^
Water Pollution Control aids in the compliance of water pollution control
requirements. It includes information on: compliance and enforcement; federal, state
and local standards; effluent guidelines; construction grants; other financial
assistance; state programs; monitoring and recordkeeping; reporting; and
inspections. Price: $356.00 per year Frequency: Biweekly
Water Pollution Control Federal Journal
Wafer Pollution Control Federation
2626 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW «gj* (202) 337-2500
Washington, DC 20037 •"•
This journal contains information on the design, construction, operation and
management of water pollution control facilities. Major subject areas include
wastewater collection and treatment plant design, construction, operation and
management; industrial wastewater treatment; stream pollution; and research.
Hnce: Free to members, $120.00 per year to nonmembers Frequency: Monthly
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Water Technology
National Trade Publications, Inc.
jjg^Th 8 Stanley Circle •fl*? (518) 783-1281
L^<\ Latham, NY 12110 •*•
This trade journal is written for persons in water treatment, water procurement and
related fields. It provides technical, sales and marketing information by reporting
industry developments, industry association activities, and special interest stories.
Price: $29.00 per year Frequency: Nine times a year
Water, Air, and Soil Pollution
Kluwer Academic Publishers
jfgZtTk 101 Phillip Drive •JaJ* (617) 871-6666
D^5CJ Norwell, MA 02061 •••
Water, Air, and Soil Pollution is an international journal which involves water, soil,
and air pollution. It touches on most products from heavy metals to aerosals and
precipitation. Price: $44.00 per year Frequency: Four times a year
Water/Engineering & Management
Scranton Gillette Communications, Inc.
<{=^rk 380 Northwest Highway ^H> (312) 298-6622
D^^CI Des Plaines, IL 60016 •"•
This magazine is written for people in the water and wastewater industry responsible
for design, construction, operation and maintenance. It reports on research,
Washington activities, application of design concepts, construction, water resource
management, and system and manufacturers' product information. Price: $19.00
per year Frequency: Monthly
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Waterworld News
American Water Works Association
6666 West Quincy Avenue
Denver, CO 80235
(303) 794-7711
Waterworld News is a tabloid that publishes articles on technological developments
of the drinking water, wastewater and industrial water industries. It also includes
information on and descriptions of products and services of manufacturers and
suppliers. Price: Free upon request Frequency: Two times a month
Wlldlifer, The
Wildlife Society, The
5410 Grosvenor Lane
Bethesda, MD 20814
(301) 897-9770
The Wildlifer is devoted to the protection of the United States wildlife resources.
Price: Free with membership Frequency: Six times a year
(703) 525-4881
WRC Washington Report
Water Resources Congress
3800 North Fairfax Drive
Suite 7
Arlington, VA 22203
The WRC Washington Report is intended for those persons concerned with land
and water use, conservation and control. Price: Free with membership Frequency:
Six times a year
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Section K
EPA Acronyms
This section is a compilation of word combinations and acronyms. These
acronyms are related to:
Program, Media & Research Offices
Assorted Information Systems
Numerous Environmental Processes
Federal Government Terminology
Other Federal Agencies
EPA Activities
Professional Associations
Position Titles
Sources:
SLANG
Abbreviated Name Guide}. Office of Air and Radiation,
Office of Air Quality and Planning Standards, Research Triangle Park, NC. (629-5369)
-Sfof -ffirY Qf EPA Acronyms. Guidance Development Section, Legal Enforcement
Policy Branch, Office of Enforcement and Compliance Monitoring. (475-8777)
JSI AcrQr)yrn.*t Information Management Services Division of the Office of Information
Resources Management (475-9344)
Office of Public Affairs
(A-107). (382-4361)
Office of the Comptroller, Financial Management Division. (475-9674)
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ACEOMYMS
p
301 (H)APPS
301(H)INFO
403C
5SEG
A
A&C
A&R
A/WPR
AA
AA
AA
AA
AA
AAA
AAA
AAAS
AAEE
AAEM
AAES
AANWR
AAOHN
AAP
AAP
AAP
AAPCO
AARC
AARP
ABA
ABAG
ABES
ABMA
ABTRES
AC
AC
AC
ACA
ACBM
ACE
ACEC
Applications for Variance from Secondary Treatment Requirements (File)
301 (h) Application Tracking System
Section 403(c) Information
Spatially Segmented Phytoplankton Model
Argon
Abatement & Control
Air and Radiation
Air/Water Pollution Report
Adverse Action
Assistant Administrator
Associate Administrator
Atomic Absorption
Advices of Allowance
American Arbitration Association
American Automobile Association
American Association for the Advancement of Science
American Academy of Environmental Engineers
American Academy of Environmental Medicine
American Association of Engineering Societies
Alaskan Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
American Association of Occupational Health Nurses
Affirmative Action Plan
Affirmative Action Program
Asbestos Action Program
Association of American Pesticides Control Officers
Alliance for Acid Rain Control
American Association of Retired Persons
American Bar Association
Association of Bay Area Governments
Alliance for Balanced Environmental Solutions
American Boiler Manufacturers Association
Abatement and Residual Forecasting Model
Actual Commitment
Advisory Circular
Alternating Current
American Conservation Association, Inc.
Asbestos-Containing Building Material
Alliance for Clean Energy
American Consulting Engineers Council
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ACEEE
ACFM
ACGIH
ACI
ACL
ACL
ACM
ACP
ACQR
ACQUIRE
ACR
ACS
ACSH
ACT
ACTS
ACWA
ADABAS
ADAPT
ADARD
ADAS
ADB
ADB
ADBA
ADCR
ADCRMG
ADI
ADMIN
ADP
ADP
ADPCE
ADPCETS
ADPE
ADPS
ADO
ADR
ADSS
ADT
ADTRACS
AEA
American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy
Actual Cubic feet per minute
American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
Association for Conservation Information
Alternative Concentration Limits
Analytical Chemistry Laboratory
Asbestos-Containing Material
Air Carcinogen Policy
Air Quality Control Region
Aquatic Information Retrieval
Agency Confirmation Agreement
American Chemical Society
American Council on Science and Health
Action
Asbestos Contractor Tracking System
American Clean Water Association
Adaptable Data Base
Adapt II Structural Activities
Acid Deposition and Atmospheric Research Division (ORD)
Acid Deposition Assessment Staff (ORD)
Applications Data Base
Applications Data Base
Adabas Administrator
Automated Document Control Register
Automated Document Control Register Management Group
Acceptable Daily Intake
ERL-Athens Administrative System
Applications Data Base
Automated Data Processing
Arkansas Department of Pollution Control and Ecology
ADP Capital Equipment Inventory System
Automated Data Processing Equipment
Acid Deposition Planning Staff (ORD)
Audits of Data Quality
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Air Data Screening System
Average Daily Traffic
Assistance Disputes
Atomic Energy Act
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ACMOOTMS
AEC
AED
AED
AEE
AEERL
AEM
AERE
AEROS
AES
AES
AES
AES
AESA
AFA
AFBF
AFCA
AFDO
AFGE
AFI
AFRCE
AFS
AFUG
AG
AGA
AGC
AGCA
AGDS
AH
AHERA
AHM
Al
AIA
AIA
AIADA
AlChE
AICPA
AICR
AICUZ
AID
Associate Enforcement Counsel (OECM)
Air Enforcement Division (OECM)
Analysis and Evaluation Division (OW)
Alliance for Environmental Education
Air and Energy Engineering Research Laboratory (ORD)
Acoustic Emission Monitoring
Association of Environmental & Resource Economists
Aerometric and Emissions Reporting System
Air and Energy Staff (ORD)
American Electroplating Society
Analysis and Evaluation Staff
Auger Electron Spectrometry
Association of Environmental Scientists and Administrators
American Forestry Association
American Farm Bureau Federation
Area Fuel Consumption Allocation
Award Fee Determination Official
American Federation of Government Employees
American Forest Institute
Air Force Regional Civil Engineers
AIRS Facility Subsystem (OAR)
AIRS Facility Users Group (OAR)
Attorney General
American Gas Association, Inc.
Associate General Counsels (OGC)
Associated General Contractors of America
Automated Grants Documentation System
Allowance Holder
Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act
Allowance Monthly Holder
Artificial Intelligence
American Institute of Architects
Asbestos Information Association
American International Automobile Dealers Association
American Institute of Chemical Engineers
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Alternative Internal Control Review
Air Installation Compatible Use Zones
Agency for International Development
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ACRONYMS
AIF
AIG
AIHC
AIME
AIP
AIRDOS-EPA
AIRS
AIRS
AIRS
AIS
AISCM
AISI
AL
AL
AL
ALA
ALA
ALA
ALAPCO
ALARA
ALC
ALD-O
ALEC
ALJ
ALMS
ALPS
ALR
ALS
ALT-SEA
AMA
AMBIENS
AMC
AMC
AMD
AMIS
AMPS
AMS
AMS
AMS
Atomic Industrial Health Forum, Inc.
Assistant Inspector General
American Industrial Health Council
American Institute of Metallurgical, Mining and Petroleum Engineers
Auto Ignition Point
Atmospheric Dispersion of Radionuclides
Accident and Illness Reporting System
Aerometric Information Retrieval System
Air Quality Subsystem
Asbestos Information System
Advanced Information System for Career Management
American Iron & Steel Institute
Acceptable Level
Administrative Leave
Annual Leave
American League of Anglers, Inc.
American Lung Association
Delta-Aminolevulinic Acid
Association of Local Air Pollution Control Officials
As Low As Reasonably Achievable
Application Limiting Constituent
Delta-Aminolevulinic Acid Dehydrates
American Legislative Exchange Council
Administrative Law Judge
TALMS Without the Tunable
ERL-Athens Lab Planning System
Action Leakage Rate
American Littoral Society
Assembly Line Test and Selective Enforcement Audit Data
American Medical Association
Atmospheric Mass Balance of Industrially Emitted and Natural Sulfur
American Mining Congress
Army Material Command (DOD)
Air Management Division (regional)
Air Management Information System
Automatic Mapping and Planning System
Administrative Management Staff (OAR)(ORD)
American Meteorological Society
Army Map Service
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ACRONYMS.
AMSA
AMSD
ANEC
ANPR
ANRHRD
ANSI
ANSS
AO
AO
AO
AO
AO
AOC
AOD
AOML
AOO
AOO
AOS
AP
APA
APA
APCA
APCD
APDS
APER
APGR
APHA
API
API
APPA
APRAC
APS
APS
APT
APTI
APTMD
APWA
AQ-7
AQCCT
Association of Metropolitan Sewerage Agencies
Administrative and Management Services Division (OEA)
American Nuclear Energy Council
Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
Air, Noise and Radiation Health Research Division (ORD)
American National Standards Institute
American Nature Study Society
Administrative Officer
Administrative Order
Administrator's Officer
Area Office
Awards and Obligations
Abnormal Operating Conditions
Argon-Oxygen Decarbonization
Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory
Accounting Operations Office
American Oceanic Organization
Audit Operations Staff (OEA)
Accounting Point
Administrative Procedure Act
American Planning Association
Air Pollution Control Association
Air Pollution Control District
Automatic Procurement Documentation Systems
Air Pollution Emissions Report
Ann Arbor AP-42 Program
American Public Health Association
American Paper Institute
American Petroleum Institute
American Public Power Association
Urban Diffusion Model for Carbon Monoxide from Motor Vehicle Traffic
ADP Planning System
Automated Personnel System
Associated Pharmicologists & Toxicologists
Air Pollution Training Institute
Air, Pesticides, and Toxics Management Division
American Public Works Association
Nonreactive Pollutant Modeling
Air Quality Criteria and Control Techniques
K-5
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AORONYMS
AQCR
AQD
AQDHS
AQDHS
AQDM
AQM1
AQM2
AQMA
AQMD
AQMP
AQMP
AQSM
AQSY
AQTAD
AQUIFR
AQUIRE
ARA
ARA
ARAR
ARB
ARC
ARCC
ARD
ARD
ARG
ARIP
ARL
ARM
ARO
ARPO
ARPS
ARRP
ARRPA
ARZ
AS
ASA
ASAE
ASAP
ASB
Air Quality Control Region (CAA)
Air Quality Digest
Air Quality Data Handling System
Air Quality Data Handling System II
Air Quality Display Model
Region 1 Air Quality Models
Region 2 Puerto Rico EQB Air Quality Model
Air Quality Maintenance Area
Air Quality Management Division (OAR)
Air Quality Maintenance Plan
Air Quality Management Plan
Air Quality Simulation Model
Ann Arbor Air Quality System
Air Quality Technical Assistance Demonstration
Artificial Aquifier Data Collection System
Aquatic Information Retrieval
Assistant Regional Administrator
Associate Regional Administrator
Applicable Relevant and Appropriate Requirements (CERCLA)
Air Resources Board
Agency Ranking Committee
American Rivers Conservation Council
Air & Radiation Division (OGC)
Aquatic Resource Division
American Resources Group
Accidental Release Information Program
Air Resources Laboratory
Air Resources Management
Alternative Regulatory Option
Acid Rain Policy Office
Atmospheric Research Program Staff (ORD)
Acid Rain Research Program
Air Resources Regional Pollution Assessment Model
Auto-Restricted Zone
Area Source
American Society of Agronomy
American Society of Agriculture
As Soon as Possible
Ambient Standards Branch
K-6
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ACMMYM&
ASBESTOS
ASC
ASCE
ASCII
ASCP
ASD
ASD
ASDWA
ASHAA
ASHAAIS
ASIWPCA
ASMDHS
ASME
ASM
ASPA
ASRL
ASSE
ASTTHO
ASTM
ASTS
ASTSWMO
ASUS
AT
ATA
ATC
ATCS
ATD
ATERIS
ATM!
ATP
ATRMRD
ATRS
ATS
ATS
ATS
ATSDR
ATTF
ATTS
AUSA
Region 7 Asbestos in Schools
Area Source Category
American Society of Civil Engineers
American Standard Code for Information Interchange
American Society of Consulting Planners
Administrative Services Division (regional)
Analysis and Support Division (OA&R)
Association of State Drinking Water Administrators
Asbestos in Schools Hazard Abatement Act of 1984
Asbestos in Schools Hazard Abatement Automated Information System
Association of State and Interstate Water Pollution Control Administrators
Airshed Model Data Handling System
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
American Society of Naturalists
American Society of Public Administration
Atmospheric Sciences Research Laboratory (ORD)
American Society of Sanitary Engineers
Association of State and Territorial Health Officials
American Society for Testing and Materials
Asbestos in Schools Tracking System
Association of State & Territorial Solid Wastes Management Officials
Administrative Support/Utilization
Advanced Treatment (water)
American Trucking Association
Area Training Center
Audit Tracking and Control System
Air and Toxics Division
Air Toxics Exposure and Risk Information System
American Textile Manufacturing Institute
Antitampering Program (FOSD.OMS)
Air Toxics and Radiation Monitoring Research Division (ORD)
Air, Toxics, and Radiation Staff (ORD)
Action Tracking System
Administrator's Tracking System
Assignment Tracking System
Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
Air Toxics Task Force
Agency Technology Transfer Staff
Assistant U.S. Attorney
K-7
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ACEONYMS
ti
AUSM
AVD
AWI
AWISE
AWMD
AWOL
AWPI
AWRA
AWWA
AWWARF
AWWUC
AX
BAA
BAAQMD
BAG
BACER
BACT
BADT
BAP
BaP
BARCDECAL
BARCIS
BARF
BART
BAS
BASIS
BAT
BAT
BATEA
BBI
BBS
BCC
BCCM
BCPT
BCT
BCT
BD
BOAT
BEA
Advanced Utility Simulation Model
Audio-Visual Division (OEA)
Animal Welfare Institute
Association of Women in Science and Engineering
Air and Waste Management Division (regional)
Absent Without Official Leave
American Wood Preservers' Institute
American Water Resources Association
American Water Works Association
American Water Works Association Research Foundation
American Water Works Utility Council
Administrator's Office
Board of Assistance Appeals (OGC)
Bay Area Air Quality Management District
Biotechnology Advisory Committee
Biological and Climatological Effects Research
Best Available Control Technology
Best Available Demonstrated Technology
Benefits Analysis Program
Benzo(a)Pyrene
BARCODE/DECAL Systems
Barcode Information System
Best Available Retrofit Facility
Best Available Retrofit Technology
Branch Accounting System
Battelle's Automated Search Information System
Best Available Technology
Best Available Treatment
Best Available Technology Economically Achievable
OA-Cinci (EMSAC) Foreign Tape
Bulletin Board System (WIC)
Blind Carbon Copy
Board for Certified Consulting Meterobgists
Best Conventional Pollutant Technology
Best Control Technology
Best Conventional Pollutant Control Technology
Budget Division (OARM)
Best Demonstrated Available Technology (RCRA)
Bureau of Economic Advisors
K-8
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ACMMYMS
p
BEEP
BEJ
BEP
BG
Bl
BIA
BID
BID
BIOLOGS
BIOPLUME
BIOS
BIOSTU
BLIS
BLM
BLOB
BLP
BLS
BMP
BMR
BNA
BOA
BOAC
BOD
BOD
BOF
BOM
BOP
BOPF
BOULD
BOY
BOYSNC
BP
BPA
BPJ
BPT
BPT
BPT
BR
BRS
Benignus EEC Evoked Potential
Best Expert Judgment
Black Employment Program
Billion gallons
Brookings Institution
Bureau of Indian Affairs
Background Information Document
Buoyancy Induced Dispersion
Biological Data Management System (White River)
Model to Predict the Maximum Extent of Existing Plumes
Natural Biological Information System
Bbassay Studies
BACT/LAER Determinations
Bureau of Land Management (DOI)
Biologically Liberated Organo-Beasties
Buoyant Line and Point Source Model
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Best Management Practices
Baseline Monitoring Report (CWA)
Bureau of National Affairs
Basic Ordering Agreement
Bill Office Address Code
Biochemical Oxygen Demand
Biological Oxygen Demand
Basic Oxygen Furnace
Bureau of Mines
Basic Oxygen Process
Basic Oxygen Process Furnance
Boulder Remote Data Collection and Control System
Beginning of Year violator (CAA)
Beginning of Year Significant Non-Compilers
Boiling Point
Blanket Purchase Agreement
Best Professional Judgment (CWA)
Best Practicable Control Technology
Best Practicable Technology
Best Practicable Treatment
Business Roundtable
Bibliographic Retrieval Service
K-9
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ACMDNYMS
D
BS
BSAC
BSO
BTU
BTZ
BU
BUBBLE
BUD
BUN
BY
C
C/O
CA
CA
CA
CAA
CAA
CAAA
CAASE
CAB
CAD
CAD
CAER
CAER
CAFE
CAFO
CAG
CAIR
CAIRO
CALINE
CAMEO
CAMP
CAN
CANAL
CAO
CAOO
CAP
CAP
CAP
Bilateral Staff (OIA)
Biotechnology Science Advisory Committee
Benzene Soluble Organics
British Thermal Units
Below the Treatment Zone
Bargaining Unit
Use of Alternative Emission Limits to Meet SIPS/NSPS Requirements
Benefits and Use Division (OPTS)
Blood Urea Nitrogen
Budget Year
Celsius (degrees)
Carry Over Funds
Citizen Act
Competition Advocate
Cooperative Agreements
Clean Air Act
Compliance Assurance Agreement
Clean Air Act Amendments
Computer Assisted Area Source Emissions
Civil Aeronautics Board
Characterization and Assessment Division (OSWER)
Computer Aided Design
Chemical Awareness and Emergency Response Program (CMA)
Community Awareness and Emergency Response Program
Corporate Average Fuel Economy
Consent Agreement/Final Order
Carcinogen Assessment Group (ORD)
Comprehensive Assessment Information Rule
Cohort Analysis of Increased Risks of Deaths Model
California Line Source Model
Computer Aided Management of Emergency Operations
Continuous Air Monitoring Program
Common Account Number
Love Canal & Data Handling System
Corrective Action Order
Cincinnati Accounting Operations Office (OARM)
Corrective Action Plan
Cost Allocation Procedure
Criteria Air Pollutants
K-10
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ftORONYMS
CAPCA
CAPCOA
CAPDET
CAR
CARB
CARPOOL
CARPS
CARS
CAS
CAS
CASAC
CASEREP
CASETRK
CASLP
CASU
CATS
CAU
CAU
CB
CBA
CBA
CBB
CBD
CBD
CBI
CBI
CBO
CBOD
CBP
CBP
CBT
CC
CC
CC/RTS
CCA
CCAA
CCAP
CCD
CCDH
Carolinas Air Pollution Control Association
California Air Pollution Control Officers Association
Procedure for Design and Evaluation of TWKS
Corrective Action Report
California Air Resources Board
Car poo I System
Computerized Accidental Release Planning System
Carcinogen System
Center for Automotive Safety
Chemical Abstracts Service
Clean Air Scientific Advisory Comittee (CAA)
Field Office Inspection Data Base
FIFRA and TSCA Case Tracking System
Conference on Alternative State and Local Policies
Cooperative Administrative Support Units
Corrective Action Tracking System
Carbon Absorption Unit
Command Arithmetic Unit
Continuous Bubbler
Chesapeake Bay Agreement
Cost Benefit Analysis
Chesapeake Bay Basin
Central Business District
Commerce Business Daily
Compliance Biomonrtoring Inspection (CWA)
Confidential Business Information
Congressional Budget Office
Carbonaceous Biochemical Oxygen Demand
Chesapeake Bay Program
County Business Patterns
Computer Based Training
Carbon Copy
Common Cause
Chemical Collection/Request Tracking System
Competition in Contracting Act
Canadian Clean Air Act
Center for Clean Air Policy
Chemical Control Division (OPTS)
Clark County Department of Health
K-11
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ACMMYMS
CCEA
CCH
CCHW
CCID
CCMS
CCP
CCS
CCS/RTS
CCTP
ecu
CO
CD
CO
COB
CDBA
COC
COD
CDETS
CDF
CDHS
COM
COM
CDMQC
CDMS
CDNS
COOTS
COP
CDS
CE
CE
CEA
CEA
CEA
CEARC
CEAS
CEAT
CEB
CEB
CECATS
Conventional Combustion Environmental Assessment
Commerce Clearing House
Citizens Clearinghouse for Hazardous Wastes
Confidential Chemicals Identification System
Committee on the Challenges of a Modern Society (NATO)
Composite Correction Plan (CWA)
Chemical Coordination Staff (OPTS)
Chemical Collection System
Clean Coal Technology Program
Correspondence Control Unit (OECM)
Certification Division (OA&R, Ann Arbor, Ml)
Climatological Data
Compliance Division (OPTS)
Waste Management Data Base System
Central Data Base Administrator
Centers for Disease Control (HHS)
Chlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxin
Consent Decree Tracking System
Chlorinated dibenzofuran
Comprehensive Data Handling System
Climatological Dispersion Model
Comprehensive Data Management
Climatological Dispersion Model with Calibration and Source Contribution
Cost Development Management System
Climatological Data National Summary
Contract Delivery Order Tracking System
Census Designated Places
Compliance Data System (CAA)
Categorical Exclusion
Cost Effectiveness
Cooperative Enforcement Agreement
Cost and Economic Assessment
Council of Economic Advisors
Canadian Environmental Assessment Research Council
Coastal Environmental Assessment Studies
Contractor Evidence Audit Team
Chemical Element Balance
Commission of European Communities
CSB Existing Chemicals Assessment Tracking System (OPTS)
K-12
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CED
CED
GEE
CEEM
CEI
CELRF
CEM
OEM
OEMS
GEMS
CEO
CEP
CEPP
CEQ
CEQA
CERCLA
CERCLIS
CERI
CERT
CERTAPPL
CEU
CF
CFA
CFC
CFC
CFM
CFM
CFMC
CFR
CFS
CFS
CFSG
CGGICS
CGPRM
CHABA
CHAMP
CHEMD
CHEMTREC
CHESS
CERCLA Enforcement Division (OSWER)
Criminal Enforcement Division (OECM)
Center for Environmental Education, Inc.
Center for Energy and Environmental Management
Compliance Evaluation Inspection (CWA)
Canadian Environmental Law Research Foundation
Continous Emission Monitoring (CAA)
Cooperative Environmental Management
Continuous Emission Monitoring System
Continuous Emissions Monitoring Subset
Chief Executive Officer
Council on Economic Priorities
Chemical Emergency Preparedness Program
Council on Environmental Quality
California Environmental Quality Act
Comprehensive Environ. Response, Compensation and Liability Act of 1980
Comp. Environ. Response, Compensation and Liability Info. System
Center for Environmental Research Information
Certificate of Eligibles
Applications for Certification
Continuing Education Units
Conservation Foundation
Consumer Federation of America
Chlorofluorocarbons
Combined Federal Campaign
Chlorofluoromethanes
Cubic Feet per Minute
Cincinnati Financial Management Center (FMD)
Code of Federal Regulations
Command File System
Cubic feet per second
Citizen Forum on Self Government (NML)
Construction Grants GICS
Construction Grants Resource Model
Committee on Hearing and Bio Acoustics
Community Health Air Monitoring Program
OTS Chemical Directory
Chemical Transportation Emergency Center
Community Health and Environmental Surveillance system
K-13
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ACRONYMS
CHIP
CHIPS
Cl
Cl
CIAQ
CIBL
CIBO
CICA
CICIS
CICS
CIDB
CIDRS
Cll
CIMI
CIS
CIS
CISR
CIVP
CUE
CJO
CLC
CLCL
CLEANS
CLEVER
CLF
CLIPS
CLIPS
CLP
CLPQA
CLPS
CLS
CLSP
CM
CM
CMA
CMAS
CMB
OO
CME
Chemical Hazard Information Profile (TSCA)
Chemical Hazard Information Profile System (OPTS)
Compression Ignition
Confidence Interval
Council on Indoor Air Quality (Interagency)
Corrective Internal Boundary Layer
Council of Industrial Boiler Owners
Competition in Contracting Act
Chemicals in Commerce Information System
Customer Information Control System
Ann Arbor Certification Information and Fuel Economy Data Base
Cascade Impactor Data Reduction System
Criminal Investigation Index
Committee on Integrity and Management Improvement
Chemical Information System
Contract Information System
Chemical Inventory System
Region 4, Civil Penalties System
Critical Job Element
Chief Judicial Officer (OA)
Capacity Limiting Constituents
HERL-RTP Cleans Clever Clinical Studies
Clinical Laboratory for Evaluation and Assessment of Noxious Substances
Clinical Laboratory for Evaluation and Validation of Epidemiobgic Research
Conservation Law Foundation
Chemical List and Information Pointer System (OIRM)
Chemical List Indexing and Processing System
Contract Laboratory Program
Contract Laboratory Program Quality Assurance
Contract Lab System
Community Liaison Staff
Center for Law & Social Policy
Corrective Measure
Crystal Mall
Chemical Manufacturers Association
Cross-Media Analysis Staff
Chemical Mass Balance
Contracts Management Division (OARM)
Comprehensive (ground water) Monitoring Evaluation
K-14
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ACEONYMS
p
CMEL
CMEP
CMC
CMS
CNC
CNG
CNG
CNR
CMS
CO
CO
CO
CO
CO2
COA
COA
COB
COBOL
COCO
COD
CODES
COE
COG
COH
COLA
COM
COMPLEX
COMPTER
CON
CONG
CONUS
CORPS
CORR
COS
COS
COWPS
CPA
CPAF
CPDD
Comprehensive (ground water) Monitoring Evaluation Log
Critical Mass Energy Project
Contract Management Office
Case Management System
Condensation Nucleus Counter
Coalition of Northeastern Governors
Compressed Natural Gas
Composite Noise Rating
Grant Administration Division Congressional (92-500) Notification
Carbon Monoxide
Change Order
Commissioned Officer
Contracting Officer
Carbon Dioxide
Commissioned Officers Association
Construction Quality Assurance
Close of Business
Common Business Oriented Language
Contractor-Owned/Contractor-Operated
Chemical Oxygen Demand
Commitments & Obligations Data Entry System
Corps of Engineers (DOD)
Compliance Order Guidance
Coefficient of Haze
Cost of Living Adjustment
Continuous Opacity Monitor
Complex Terrain Screening Model
Multiple Source Air Quality Model
Selected Contractor or Awardee
Congressional Committee
Continental United States
Army Corps of Engineers
Chemicals on Reporting Rules
Conservative Opportunity Society
Cost Accounting System
Council on Wage and Price Stability
Certified Public Accountant
Cost Plus Award Fee
Control Programs Development Division (OAR)
K-15
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ACRONYMS
CPE
CPFF
CPG-1-8A
CPI
CPIF
CPL
CPM
CPO
CPP
CPR
CPR
CPS
CPS
CPSC
CPSDAA
CPU
CR
CRA
CRA
CRAVE
CRD
CRF
CRGS
CRIB
CRIMDOCK
CRISP
CRL
CROP
CRP
CRR
CRS
CRS
CRSTER
CRSTER2
CRT
CS
CS
CSB
CSD
Carcinogenic Potency Factor
Cost Plus Fixed Fee
FEMA Planning Guide for State and Local Emergency Operations Plans
Consumer Price Index
Cost Plus Incentive Fee
Chemistry and Physics Laboratory
Continuous Particle Monitor
Certified Project Officer
Compliance Policy and Planning (OECM)
Center for Public Resources
Coalition for Pesticide Reform
Compliance Program and Schedule
Contract Payment System
Consumer Products Safety Commission
Compliance and Program Staff to the Deputy Assistant Administrator
Central Processing Unit
Community Relations
Civil Rights Act
Classification Review Area
Carcinogen Risk Assessment Verification Exercise
Community Relations Division
Combustion Research Facility
Chemical Regulations and Guidelines System
Criteria Reference Information Bank
Criminal Docket System
Comprehensive Risk Information Structure Project
Central Regional Laboratory
Consolidated Rules of Practice
Community Relations Plan
Center for Renewable Resources
Community Relations Staff (OEA)
Congressional Research Service
Single Source Model
Multi-source CRSTER
Cathode Ray Tube
Compliance Staff (GAD)
Contract Specialist
Chemical Species Balance
Criteria and Standards Division (OW)
K-16
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CSEU OA-CINCIADP Timeshare Reporting System
CSG Council of State Governments
CSHEM Conference of State Health and Environmental Managers
CSI Chemical Substances Inventory
CSI Clean Sites, Inc.
CSI Compliance Sampling Inspection (CWA)
CSIN Chemical Substances Information Network (TSCA)
CSMA Chemical Specialties Manufacturers Association
CSO Combined Sewer Overflow
CSPA Council of State Planning Agencies
CSPD Chemicals and Statistical Policy Division (OPPE)
CSPI Center for Science in the Public Interest
CSRA Civil Service Reform Act
CSRL Center for the Study of Responsive Law
CSRS Civil Service Retirement System
CSS Clerical Support Staff
CSSD Computer Services and Systems Division (OARM)
CSSE Conference of State Sanitary Engineers
CTARC Chemical Testing and Assessment Research Commission
CTD Control Technology Document
CTG Control Technology Guidelines
CTGD Control Techniques Guideline Document
CTM Complex Terrain Data Base
CTO Control Technology Office
CTS Correspondence Tracking System
GULP Estimating Water Treatment Costs
CURE Chemical Unit Record Estimates Database (ECAO CM)
CUS Chemical Update System
CVFM ERL-CORV Financial Management
CVLB ERL-CORV Library Circulation System
CVPM ERL-CORV Personnel Management
CVS Cardiovascular System
CW Congress Watch
CWA Clean Water Act (aka FWPCA)
CWAP Clean Water Act Project
CWS Compressed Work Schedule
CWTC Chemical Waste Transportation Council
CY Calendar Year
CY Current Year
K-17
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CZM
CZMA
D&F
DA
DA
DAA
DAIG
DAMDF
DAPD
DAPSS
DAR
DARTAB
DAS
DASD
DB
DB
DBA
DBCP
DBM
DBMS
DC
DCA
DCA
DCIS
DCL1
DCMA
DON
DCO
DCO
DCP
DCPU
OCR
DCRREG5
DCS
DCS
DD
DDT
DE
DE
Coastal Zone Management
Coastal Zone Management Act
Determination and Findings
Deputy Administrator (AO)
Designated Agent
Deputy Assistant Administrator
Deputy Assistant Inspector General
Durham Air Monitoring Demonstration Facility
AEERL Dual Alkali FGD Process Demonstration
Document and Personnel Security System
Direct Assistance Request
Dose and Risk Assessment Tabulation
Data Analysis System [Geographical Information System (GIS)]
Direct Access Storage Drive
Decibel
Dry Bulb
Data Base Administrator
Dibromochloropropane
Data Base Manager
Data Base Management System
Direct Current
Document Control Assistant
Washington International Airport
Data Call-In Staff (OPTS)
Region 1 Library Document Control System
Dry Color Manufacturers Association
Document Control Number
Delayed Compliance Order (CAA)
Document Control Officer
Discrimination Complaints Program
Data Center Policy and Usage
Document Control Register
Document Control
Developing Countries Staff (OIA)
Region 10 Library Document Control
Deputy Director
D(lchloro)D(lphebyl)T(Richloroethane)
Department of Education
Destruction Efficiency
K-18
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ACRONYMS.
DEC
DEEP
DEFENSIVE
DEM
DEMA
DEP
DEPS
DES
DHHS
Dl
DIDS
DIG
DIPS
DIVPRTR
DMARS
DMIS
DMR
DMR
DMR-QA
DMRLS
DNA
DNR
DO
DO
DOB
DOC
DOC
DOCKET
DOD
DOE
DOE
DOI
DOIG
DOJ
DOL
DOS
DOS
DOT
DOW
Department of Environmental Conservation
Dyer EEG Evoked Potential
General Counsel Defense Docket System
ERL-Athens Dynamic Estuary Model
Diesal Engine Manufacturers Association
Displaced Employee Program
Data Entry and Payment System
Diethylistilbesterol
Department of Health and Human Services
Diagnostic Inspection (CWA)
Domestic Information Display System
Deputy Inspector General
Department of Interior Payroll System
EMSL-LV Expenditure System
Deposit Message Retrieval System (part of Treasury's TFCS)
Duns Marketing Identification System
Discharge Monitoring Report (CWA)
NPDES Discharge Monitoring Report
Discharge Monitoring Report-Quality Assurance Studies
Data Managment and Research Liaison Staff (OW)
Deoxyribonucleic acid
Department of Natural Resources
Dissolved Oxygen
Duty Officer
Date of Birth
Department of Commerce
Region 4 Library Tracking System
Enforcement Docket System
Department of Defense
Department of Ecology
Department of Energy
Department of the Interior
Divisional Offices of the Inspector General
Department of Justice
Department of Labor
Department of State
Disk Operating System
Department of Transportation
Defenders of Wildlife
K-19
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ACRONYMS
D
DPA
DPC
DQO
DRA
DRC
ORE
DRMO
DBMS
DS
DSAP
DSCF
DSCM
DSS
DSS
DSS
DT
DU
DU
DUG
DWS
DYNHYD4
DYNTOX
E-MAIL
EA
EA
EA
EA
EAD
EAD
EADS
EAF
EAG
EAR
EAR
EAS
EB
EBCDIC
EC
EC
Deepwater Ports Act
Domestic Policy Council
Data Quality Objective
Deputy Regional Administrator
Deputy Regional Counsel
Destruction/Removal Efficiency (TSCA/RCRA)
Defense Reutilization and Marketing Office
Defense Reutilization and Marketing Service
Dichotomous Sampler
Data Self Auditing Program
Dry standard cubic feet
Dry standard cubic meter
Data Systems Staff (OAR)
Decision Support System
Domestic Sewage Study
Detention Time
Decision Unit
Ducks Unlimited
Decision Unit Coordinator
Drinking Water Standards
Hydrodynamic Model
Dynamic Toxics Model
EPA's Electronic Mail System
Enforcement Agreement
Environmental Action
Environmental Assessment (NEPA)
Environmental Auditing
Economic Analysis Division (OPPE)
Energy and Air Division (ORD)
Environmental Assessment Data System
Electric Arc Furnace
Exposure Assessment Group (ORD)
Environmental Action Plan
Environmental Auditing Roundtable
Economic Analysis Staff
Emissions Balancing
Extended Binary Coded Decimal Interchange Code
Education Center
Effective Concentration
K-20
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ACMMYMS
p
EC
EC
EGA
ECAD
ECAO
ECAP
ECC
ECD
ECDB
ECE
ECHO
ECHH
ECHO
ECL
ECL
ECU
ECP
ECRA
ECTD
EC7S
ECU
ED
ED
ED
ED
EDA
EDA
EDASS
EDB
EDC
EDO
EOF
EDP
EDRS
EDS
EDS
EOT
EDTA
EDTS
Environment Canada
European Community (Common Market)
Economic Community for Africa
Existing Chemical Assessment Division (OPTS)
Environmental Criteria and Assessment Office (ORD)
Employee Counseling and Assistance Program
Executive and Congressional Communications (OA)
Electron Capture Detector
Emissions Certification Data Base
Economic Commission for Europe
Ann Arbor ECTD HD System
Electro-Catalytic Hyper-Heaters
Each Community Helps Others
Environmental Chemistry Laboratory
Executive Control Language
Economic Commission for Latin America
External Compliance Programs (OCR, AO)
Economic Cleanup Responsibility Act
Emission Control Technology Division (OA&R, Ann Arbor, Ml)
Executive Correspondence Tracking System
Environmental Crimes Unit (DOJ)
Department of Education
Editorial Division (OEA)
Effective Dose
Enforcement Division (OW)
Economic Development Administration
Emergency Declaration Area
EMSL-CINCI Equivalency Statistical System
Ethylene Dibromide
Ethylene Dichloride
Enforcement Decision Document
Enviromental Defense Fund, Inc.
Electronic Data Processing
Enforcement Document Retrieval System
Electronic Data Systems
Energy Data System
Edit Data Transmission
Ethylene Diamine Triacetic Acid
Ann Arbor Evaluation and Development Test System
K-21
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ACRONYMS
EDZ
EEA
EEC
EED
EEG
EEI
EEMS
EENET
EEO
EEOC
EER
EERF
EERF
EERL
EERU
EESI
EESL
EETFC
EF
EFE
EFI
EFO
EFTC
EGD
EGR
EH
EHC
EHIS
EHRS
EHS
El
EIA
EIA
EIC
EIL
EIN
EINDES
EIR
EIR
Emission Density Zoning
Energy and Environmental Analysis
European Economic Community
Exposure Evaluation Division (OPTS)
Electroencephalogram
Edison Electric Institute
Emissions Elements Needs Survey (RCRA)
Emergency Education Network (IFEMA)
Equal Employment Opportunity
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Excess Emission Report
Eastern Environmental Radiation Facilities (EERF) Sample Data Base
Eastern Environmental Radiation Facility (OA&R, Montgomery, Al)
Eastern Environmental Radiation Laboratory (OA&R)
Environmental Emergency Response Unit
Environment and Energy Study Institute
Environmental Ecological and Support Laboratory
Environmental Effects, Transport and Fate Committee (SAB)
Emission Factor
Early Fuel Evaporative System
Electronic Fuel Injection Systems
Equivalent Field Office
European Fluorocarbon Technical Committee
Effluent Guidelines Division (OW)
Exhaust Gas Recirculation Systems
Redox Potential
Environmental Health Committee (SAB)
Emission History Information System
Environmental Health Research Staff (ORD)
Extremely Hazardous Substance
Emission Inventory
Economic Impact Assessment
Environmental Impact Assessment
Environmental Industry Council
Environmental Impairment Liability
Employer Identification Number
Employer ID No. Data Entry System on the POP 11/70s
Endangerment Information Report
Environmental Impact Rep
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ACIMMYMS
p
EIS
EIS
EIS
EIS
EIS/AS
EIS/PS
EIS/PS&AS
EIS7
EKMA
EL
ELI
ELR
EM
EMAS
EML
EMR
EMS
EMS
EMS
EMSD
EMSL
EMSL
EMTS
EMTS
ENF5
ENFOMAIN
ENG-AUDIT
EO
EO
EO
EOB
EOC
EOD
EOD
EOE
EOJ
EOT
EOY
EP
Emissions Inventory System
Environmental Impact Statement (Environmental Review Tracking System)
Environmental Impact Statement (NEPA)
Environmental Inventory System
Emissions Inventory System/Area Source
Emissions Inventory System/Point Source
Emission Inventory Subsystem/Point Source and Area Source
Region 7 EIS 404 Program
Empirical Kinetic Modeling Approach
Exposure Level
Environmental Law Institute
Environmental Law Reporter
Electron Microscope
Enforcement Management and Accountability System (OECM)
Emission Measurement Laboratory
Environmental Management Report
Enforcement Management Subsystem
Enforcement Management System
Environmental Mutagen Society
Environmental Monitoring Systems Division (ORD)
Environmental Monitoring Support Laboratory (ORD)
Environmental Monitoring Systems Laboratory
Environmental Methods Testing Site
Exposure Monitoring Test Site
Reg 5 Enforcement Tracking System
Enforcement Mail Computer
GIGS Engineer Audit Tracking System
Ethylene Oxide
Executive Officer
Executive Order
Executive Office Building
Emergency Operating Center
Engineering Operations Division (OA&R, Ann Arbor, Ml)
Entrance on Duty
Equal Opportunity Employer
End of Job
Emergency Operations Team
End of Year
Earth Protectors
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ACRONYMS
p
EP
EP
EPA
EPAA
EPAAR
EPACASR
EPACIR
EPADOC
EPALIT
EPANTS
EPATR
EPAYS
EPC
EPCA
EPD
EPI
EPIC
EPID
EPNL
EPO
EPRI
EPIC
ER
ERA
ERA
ERAD
ERAMS
ERG
ERG
ERG
ERGS
ERD
ERD&DAA
ERDA
ERDB
ERFD
ERIS
ERL
ERNS
Environmental Profiles
Extraction Procedure
Environmental Protection Agency
Environmental Programs Assistance Act of 1984
EPA Acquisition Regulations
EPA Chemical Activities Status Report
Circulation System
Document Control System
ERL-Gulf Breeze Text Data Management
NTIS/EPA Report System
Translation System
EPA Payroll System
Economic Policy Council
Energy Policy and Conservation Act of 1975
Emergency Planning District
Environmental Policy Institute
Environmenal Photographic Interpretation Center
Epidemiological Studies
Effective Perceived Noise Level
Estuarine Programs Office (NOAA)
Electric Power Research Institute
Extraction Procedure Toxic'rty Characteristic
Electrical Resistivity
Economic Regulatory Agency
Equal Rights Amendment
Economic and Regulatory Analysis Division (OPPE)
Environmental Radiation Ambient Monitoring System (OA&R)
Emergency Response Commission
Emission Reduction Credit
Environmental Research Center
Emergency Response Cleanup Services
Emergency Response Division (OSWER)
Environ. Research, Development and Demonstration Authorization Act
Energy Research and Development Administration
Environmental Radiofrequency Data Base
Airborne Particulate and Precipitation Data
Enforcement Case Support Expert Resources Inventory System
Environmental Research Laboratory (ORD)
Emergency Response Notification System
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p
ERP
EBRD
ERS
ERSS
ERT
ERTAQ
ES
ES
ES
ES&H
ES001
ESA
ESA
ESA
ESC
ESCA
ESCAP
ESCP
ESD
ESD
ESE
ESECA
ESH
ESO
ESP
ESRL
ET
ETA
ETD
ETHOX
ETP
ETS
ETS
ETS
EUP
EUTR04
EWCC
EX
EXAMS
Enforcement Response Policy
Emergency and Remedial Response Division
Economic Research Service
Establishment Registration Support System
Environmental Response Team
ERT Air Quality Model
Enforcement Strategy
Engineering Staff (OA)
Expert System
Environmental Safety and Health
Estuarine Water Quality Model
Ecological Society of America
Endangered Species Act
Environmentally Sensitive Area
Endangered Species Committee
Electron Spectroscopy for Chemical Analysis
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
Employee Counseling Services Program
Emission Standards Division (OAR)
Environmental Services Division (regional)
Environmental Science and Engineering
Energy Supply and Environmental Coordination Act of 1974
Enforcemental Safety and Health
Enforcement Specialist Office (NEIC)
Electrostatic Preciprtator
Environmental Sciences Research Laboratory
Emissions Trading
Energy Tax Act
Economics and Technology Division (OPTS)
Summary of Ecotox Data on Ethoxylated Surfactants
Emissions Trading Policy
Environmental Tobacco Smoke
Extramural Tracking System
Region 4 Ref and Administrative Orders Tracking
Environmental Use Permit
Eutrophication Model
Environmental Workforce Coordinating Committee
Executive Level Appointments
Exposure Analysis Modeling System
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ACRONYMS
EXAMSII
ExEx
EXL
EZP2
EZPLOT
F
f/cc
F/M
FAA
FACA
FACM
FACT
FALD
FAM
FAME
FAN
FAO
FAR
FAS
FASB
FAST
FATES
FBANK3
FBC
FCC
PCX)
FCCU
FCO
FCO
FCQAS
FDA
FDF
FDIC
FDL
FDO
FE
FEA
FEB
FEC
Exposure Analysis Modeling System
Expected Exceedance
Executive Control Language
Region 2, EZPLOT-User Operated Business Graphics Package
EZPLOT
Fahrenheit (Degrees)
Fibers per cubic centimeters (of air)
Food to Microorganism Ratio
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Advisory Committee Act
Friable Asbestos-Containing Material
ERL-Gutf Breeze Financial Data Management
Fahrenheit Agency Liaison Division (OEA)
Friable Asbestos Material
Framework for Achieving Managerial Excellence (AX)
Fixed Account Number
Food and Agriculture Organization
Federal Acquisition Regulations
Frontera Audobon Society
Financial Accounting Standards Board
Fugitive Assessment Sampling Train
FIFRA and TSCA Enforcement System
EMSL-RTP National Rlter Analysis Network
Fluidized Bed Combustion
Federal Communications Commission
Fluid Catalytic Converter
Fluid Catalytic Cracking Unit
Federal Coordinating Officer (in disaster areas)
Forms Control Officer
Financial Compliance and Quality Assurance Staff (FMD)
Food and Drug Administration
Fundamentally Different Factors
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Final Determination Letter
Fee Determination Official
Fugitive Emissions
Federal Energy Administration
Federal Executive Board
Federal Executive Council
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FEDS
FEGLI
FEHB
FEI
FEIS
FEL
FEMA
FEMA-10
FEMA-REP-1
FEME-RFP-2
FEMIS
FEPCA
FERC
FERS
FERSA
FES
FET
FEV
FEV1
FEVI
FEW
FF
FFAR
FFARS
FFCS
FFDCA
FFF
FFFSG
FFIS
FFMC
FFP
FFTF
FGD
FGDIS
FHA
FHA
FHLBB
FHwA
FIA
Federal Energy Data System
Federal Employee Group Life Insurance
Federal Employees Health Benefits
Federal Executive Institute
Fugitive Emissions Information System
Frank Effect Level
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Federal Emergency Mgmt Agency's Planning Guide & Checklist for
Response Plans and Preparedness in Support of Nuclear Power Plants
Guidance for Developing State and Local Radiological Emergency Response
Federal Emergency Management Information System
Federal Environmental Pesticides Control Act
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (DOE)
Federal Employees Retirement System
Federal Employees Retirement System Act
Factor Evaluation System
Foundation on Economic Trends
Forced Expiratory Volume
Forced Expiratory Volume - one second
Front End Volatility Index
Federally Employed Women
Federal Facilities
Fuel and Fuel Additive Registration
Fuel and Fuel Additives Registration System
Federal Facilities Compliance Staff (OEA)
Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act
Firm Financial Facility
Fossil Fuel Fired Steam Generator
Federal Facilities Information System
Federal Financial Managers' Council
Firm Fixed Price
Future Framework Task Force
Fuel Gas Desulfurization
Flue Gas Desulfurization Information System
Farmers Home Administration
Federal Housing Administration
Federal Home Loan Bank Board
Federal Highway Administration
Federal Insurance Administration
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AOMDMYMS
FIATS
FIC
FICA
FID
FIFO
RFR
FIFRA
FILS
FIM
FINDS
FIP
FIP
FIP
FIPS
FIPS
FIRMIS
FIRMR
FIRST-UP
FISHTEMP
FIT
FLETC
FLM
FLP
FLPMA
FLRA
FLRC
FLSA
FM
FMC
FMCS
FMD
FMFIA
FML
FMO
FMP
FMP
FMS
FMS
FMSD
Freedom of Information Action Tracking System
Federal Information Center
Federal Insurance Contributions Act
Flame lonization Detector
First In/First Out
Region 7 FIFRA Neutral Inspection Selection System
Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act
Federal Information Locator System
Friable Insulation Material
Facility Index System (OIRM)
Federal Implementation Plan
Federal Information Plan
Final Implementation Plan
Federal Information Procedures System
Federal Information Processing Standards
OSWER Info System
Federal Info Resources Management Regulation
Financial Information Register Satellite Terminal Users Package
A National Compendium of Freshwater Fish and Water Temperature Data
Field Investigation Team
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
Federal Land Manager
Flash Point
Federal Land Policy and Management Act
Federal Labor Relations Authority
Federal Labor Relations Council
Fair Labor Standards Act
Friable Material
Federal Maritime Commission
Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service
Financial Management Division (OARM)
Federal Managers' Financial Integrity Act
Flexible Membrane Liner
Financial Management Officer
Facility Management Plan
Financial Management Plan
ERL-Ada Financial System Management
Financial Management System
Facilities Management and Services Division (OARM)
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FMSD
FMSMG
FMSR
FMSTI
FMSTIU
FMVCP
FMWOS
FO
FOCUS
FOE
FOI
FOIA
FOIA
FOISD
FONSI
FORAST
FORTFIAN
FOSD
FP
FPA
FPC
FPD
FPEIS
FPI
FPM
FPPB
FPR
FPRS
FPRS
RR
FR
FFIA
FRAB
FRB
fflC
FRCS
FRD
FRDS
FREDS
Utilization Management and Telephone Directory
Financial Management System Management Group
Facilities Management System
FMS Transaction Input System
FMS Transaction Input & Update System
Federal Motor Vehicle Control Program
Facility Management Work Order System
Facilities Office
For On-Line Computer Users (report writing software)
Friends of the Earth
Freedom of Information
Freedom of Information Act
OWPE Freedom of Information Act System
Fiber Optic Isolated Spherical Dipol Antenna
Finding of No Significant Impact (NEPA)
Forest Response to Anthropogenic Stress
Formula Translation
Field Operations and Support Division (OA&R)
Fine Paniculate Matter
Federal Pesticide Act
Federal Power Commission
Flame Photometric Detector
Fine Particulate Emissions Information System
Federal Prison Industries
Federal Personnel Manual
Fiscal Policies and Procedures Branch (FMD)
Federal Procurement Regulation
Federal Program Resources Statement
Formal Planning and Reporting System
Federal Register
Final Rulemaking
Federal Register Act
Financial Repots and Analysis Branch (FMD)
Federal Reserve Board
Federal Records Center
Federal Register Chargeback System
Facility Requirements Division (OW)
Federal Reporting Data System
Flexible Regional Emissions Data System
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FREE
FRES
FRM
FRN
FRO
FRS
FRT1B
FS
FS
FSA
FSB
FSIP
FSOD
FSS
FSS
FSSD
FT
FTC
FTE
FTP
FTR
FTS
FTB
FTT
FTTA
FUA
FUELDB
FURS
FUSRAP
FVC
FVMP
FWCA
FWP
FWPAC
FWPCA
FWQA
FWS
FY
Fund for Renewable Energy and the Environment
Forest Range Environmental Study
Federal Reference Methods
Final Rule Making
Final Rulemaking Notice
Federal Register Office
Formal Reporting System
Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board
Feasibility Study
Forest Service
Food Security Act
Financial Systems Branch (FMD)
Federal Service Impasse Panel
MERL-Cinci Field Scale Organics (IBM)
Facility Status Sheet
Federal Supply Schedule
Facilities and Support Services Division (OARM)
Full Time
Federal Trade Commission
Full-Time Equivalent
Federal Test Procedure
Federal Travel Regulations
Federal Telecommunications System
Field Transfer Service
Full Time Temporary
Federal Technology Transfer Act
Fuel Use Act
Fuels Inspection Data Base
Federal Underground Injection Control Reporting System
Formally Used Sites Remedial Action Plan (NWPA)
Forced Vital Capacity
Federal Visiblrty Monitoring Program
Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act
Federal Women's Program
FWP Advisory Committee (OCR)
Federal Water Pollution Control Act (aka CWA)
Federal Water Quality Association
Fish and Wildlife Service (DOI)
Fiscal Year
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ACMMYMS
FYI
g/mi
GAAP
GAARP
GAG
GAG
GACT
GAD
GADMIS
GADOSAG
GAO
GASP
GAUD
GBL
GC
GC
GC/MS
GCGLD
GCWR
GEA
GEI
GEMS
GEMS
GEP
GF
GFF
GFP
Gl
Gl
GIGS
GIS
GIS
GIS
GLC
GLERL
GLNPO
GLOW
GLP
GLWQA
For Your Information
Grams per mile
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Grants ADABAS Access and Retrieval Package
Granular Activated Carbon
Groundwater Activated Carbon
Granular Activated Carbon Treatment
Grants Administration Division (OARM)
Grants Administration Division Management Information System
Georgia DOSAG
General Accounting Office (U.S. Congress)
General ADP Support-PDP 11/70
Region 4 Grants Audit System
Government Bill of Lading
Gas Chromatography
General Counsel
Gas Chromatograph/Mass Spectograph
Grants, Contracts, and General Law Division (OGC)
Gross Combination Weight Rating
Glossary of EPA Acronyms
Geographic Enforcement Initiative
Global Environmental Monitoring System
Graphic Exposure Modeling System (OTS)
Good Engineering Practice
General Files
Glass Fiber Filter
Government-Furnished Property
Gastrointestinal
Global Indexing System
Grant Information and Control System
Geographic Information Systems
Global Indexing System
Guidelines Implementation Staff (QW)
Gas Liquid Chromatography
Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory
Great Lakes National Program Office
Greater Leadership Opportunity for Women
Good Laboratory Practices
Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement
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ACRONYMS
GMA
GMCC
GMDI
GMT
GNP
GOCM
GOCO
GOGO
GOLE
GOMS
GOP
GOPO
GPAD
GPG
GPO
GPS
GRCDA
GREAT
GRGL
GRPH
GS
GSA
GSDP
GTDMIS
GTN
GTR
GTTS
GVM
GVP
GVW
GVWR
GW
GWM
GWPMS
GWPS
GWPS
GWPS
GWTF
H20
Grocery Manufacturers Association
Global Monitoring for Climatic Change
Geophysical Models for Data Interpretation
Greenwich Mean Time
Gross National Product
Goals, Objectives, Commitments and Measures
Government-Owned/Contractor-Operated
Government-Owned/Govemment-Operated
GICS On-Line Data Entry System
Grants Obligations Management System
General Operating Procedures
Government-Owned/Privately-Operated
Gallons per acre per day
Gram per gallon
Government Printing Office
Groundwater Protection Strategy
Government Refuse Collection & Disposal Association
General Record of Enforcement Actions Tracked
Groundwater Residue Guidance Level
Region 4 Graphics System
General Schedule
General Services Administration
Geophysical Survey Data Processing System
GTD Bioassay System
Global Trends Network
Government Transportation Request
Grants Treasury Tape System
Gross Vehicle Weight
Gasoline Vapor Pressure
Gross Vehicle Weight
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
Ground Water
Ground Water Monitoring
Ground Water Policy and Management Staff (OW)
General Word Processor Support
Ground Water Protection Standard
Ground Water Protection Strategy
Ground Water Task Force (OSWER)
Water
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ACEONYMS
H2O2
H2S
HA
HAD
HAOB
HAOS
HAP
HAPEMS
HAPPS
HAR03
HATREMS
HAZARD
HAZMAT
HAZMAT
HAZOP
HB
HBEP
HC
HC
HCCPD
HCL
HOP
HDD
HDECERT
HDG
HOPE
HDT
HDV
HEAL
HECC
HED
HEGP
HEHP
HEI
HELP MODEL
HEM
HEOX
HEP
HEP
Hydrogen Peroxide
Hydrogen Sulfide
Hatch Act
Health Assessment Document
Headquarters Accounting Operations Branch (FMD)
Houston Area Oxidant Study
Hazardous Air Pollutant
Hazardous Air Pollutants Enforcement Management System
Hazardous Air Pollutant Prioritization System
Region 2 Water Quality Models
Hazardous and Trace Emissions System
Hazardous Waste Data Base
Hazardous Material
Hazardous Materials
Hazard and Operabil'rty Study
Health Benefits
Hispanic and Black Employment Programs
Hazardous Constituents
Hydrocarbons
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
Hydrogen Chloride
Hydrothermal Coal Process
Heavy Duty Diesel
Heavy-Duty Engine Certification Data
Heavy Duty Gasoline Powered Vehicle
High Density Polyethylene
Heavy-Duty Truck
Heavy Duty Vehicle
Human Exposure Assessment Location
House Energy and Commerce Committee
Hazard Evaluation Division (OPTS)
Gases and Particles
Hazardous Pollutants Research
Health Effects Institute
Hydro logic Evaluation of Landfill Performance Model
Human Exposure Modeling
Oxidants
Hispanic Employment Program
Household Evaluation Program (ORP)
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HEPA
HEPS
HERD
HERL
HERS
HESAP
HETC
HEX-BCH
HFOS
HGAS
HHE
HHS
HHV
HHW
HI
HI-VOL
HIDE
HISLIB
HITS
HIWAY
HIWS
HMIS
HMIS
HMS
HMT
HIvTTA
HMTR
HO
HOC
HON
HOV
HP
HPLC
HPLX
HPV
HQ
HQCDO
HRC
HRDB
High-Efficiency Particulate Air
Pesticides Research
Health and Environmental Review Division (OPTS)
Health Effects Research Laboratory
Hyperion Energy Recovery System
Health and Environmental Study Audit Program
Toxic Substances Research
Hexachloronorbomadiene
HERL-RTP Forced Oscillation System
HERL-RTP Gas/Aerosol System
Human Health and the Environment
Department of Health and Human Services
Higher Heating Value
Household Hazardous Waste
Hazard Index
High-Volume Sampler
Heavy-Duty Engine
Effluent Guidelines GC/MS Screening Analysis Data Base
Headquarters Invoice Tracking System
Line Source Model for Gaseous Pollutants
High-Level Waste and Standards
Hazardous Materials Information System
HERL-RTP Management Information System
Highway Mobile Source
Hazardous Materials Table
Hazardous Materials Transportation Act
Hazardous Materials Transportation Regulations
Headquarters Offices
Hazardous Organic Constituents (TSCA/RCRA)
Hazardous Organic NESHAP
High Occupancy Vehicle
Horse Power
High Performance Liquid Chromatography
HERL-RTP Plexiglas System
High Priority Violator
Headquarters
Headquarters Case Development Officer
Human Resouces Council
Human Resources Development Branch (OARM)
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ACMMYMS
HRPS
HRS
HRSD
HRUP
HSCD
HSDB
HSIA
HSIRS
HSL
HSPF
HSWA
KT
HTP
H1BN
HUD
HVAC
HVIO
HVLD
HW
HW-FW
HWD2
HWDMS
HWED
HWERL
HWFW
HWGTF
HWLT
HWM
HWMD
HWRTF
HWSA
HWSD
HWSS
HWTC
I/M
IA
IAAC
IAD
1ADB
High Risk Point Sources
Hazardous Ranking System
Hazardous Response Support Division (OSWER)
High Risk Urban Problem
Hazardous Site Control Division (OSWER)
Hazardous Substance Data Base
Hatogenated Solvent Industry Alliance
Health and Safety Inspection Report System
Hazardous Substance List
Hydrological Simulation Program Fortran
Hazardous and Solid Waste Amendments of 1984
Hydrothermally Treated
High Temperature and Pressure
HERL-RTP Training System
Department of Housing and Urban Development
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (System)
High Volume Industrial Organics
HERL-RTP Validation System
Hazardous Waste
Half Wave/Full Wave (electrical distribution)
Region 2 RCRA Facilities Hazard Rating Model
Hazardous Waste Data Management System (OSWER)
Hazardous Waste Enforcement Division (OECM)
Hazardous Waste Engineering Research Laboratory (ORD)
Half Wave/Full Wave
Hazardous Waste Groundwater Task Force
Hazardous Waste Land Treatment
Hazardous Waste Management
Hazardous Waste Management Division
Hazardous Waste Restrictions Task Force (OW)
Hazardous Waste Services Association
Hazardous Waste Site Data Base (Indicator Parameters)
Hazardous Waste and Superfund Staff (ORD)
Hazardous Waste Treatment Council
Inspection and Maintenance
Interagency Agreement
Interagency Assessment Advisory Committee
Internal Audit Division
Innovative/Alternative Pollution Control Technology Facility File Data Base
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ACRONYMS
IAEA
IAG
IAP
IAP
IARC
IARDB
IAS
IATDB
IBA
IBR
IBRD
ICAIR
ICAP
ICBEN
ICC
ICE
ICE
ICE MODEL
ICP
ICR
ICRA
ICRE
ICRP
ICS
ICS
ICS
ICWM
ICWP
ID
IDBS
IDLH
IDP
IEB
IEMD
IEMP
IEPD
IERL
IES
IFB
International Atomic Energy Agency
Interagency Agreement
Incentive Awards Program
Indoor Air Pollution
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Interim Air Toxics Data Base
Incineration at Sea Site Monitoring and Permits File
Interim Air Toxics Data Base
Industrial Biotechnology Association
Incorporation by Reference
International Bank for Reconstruction and Development
Interdisciplinary Planning and Information Research
Inductively Coupled Argon Plasma
International Commission on the Biological Effects of Noise
Interstate Commerce Commission
Industrial Combustion Emissions Model
Internal Combustion Engine
Industrial Combustion Emissions Model
Inductively Coupled Plasma
Information Collection Request
Industrial Chemical Research Association
Ign'rtability, Corrosivity, Reactivity, Extraction (Characteristics)
International Commission on Radiological Protection
Institute for Chemical Studies
Intermittent Control Strategies (CAA)
Intermittent Control System (CAA)
Institute for Chemical Waste Management
Interstate Conference on Water Problems
Inside Diameter
Imports Data Base
Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health
Individual Development Plan
International Environment Bureau
Integrated Environmental Management Division (OPPE)
Integrated Environmental Management Project
Industrial and Extractive Processes Division (ORD)
Industrial Environmental Research Laboratory
Institute of Environmental Sciences
Invitation for Bid
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ACRONYMS
D
IFCAM
IFIS
IFMS
IFPP
IFR
IG
IGCI
IGD
IHEU
IHS
IIS
IJC
ILS
IMAGERY
IMAN
IMD
IMIS
IMM
IMPACT
IMPREST
IMPROVE
IMS
IMSD
INCE
INDX
INPUFF
INT
INVITRO
10
IOAA
IOAU
IOB
IOTV
IOU
IP
IPA
IPA
IPM
IPM
Industrial Fuel Choice Analysis Model
Industry File Information System
Integrated Financial Management System
Industrial Fugitive Process Particulate
Interim Final Rule
Inspector General
Industrial Gas Cleaning Institute
Inspector General Division (OGC)
In-House Equipment Utilization
Indian Health Service
Inflationary Impact Statement
International Joint Commission
Intergovernmental Liaison Staff
Multispectral Scanner and Photographic Imagery
NEIC Image Analysis System
Information Management Division (OPTS)
IERL-RTP Management Information System
Intersection Midblock Model
Integrated Model of Plumes and Atmosphere in Complex Terrain
IMPREST System
Interagency Monitoring of Protected Visual Environment
Information Management Staff (OSWER)
Information Management and Services Division (OARM)
Institute of Noise Control Engineers
Enforcement Document Retrieval System
A Gaussian Puff Dispersion Model
Intermittent
HERL-RTP In Vitro System
Immediate Office
Immediate Office of the Assistant Administrator
Input/Output Arithmetic Unit
Iron Ore Benefication
Inter Office Transfer Voucher
Input/Output Unit
Inhaleable Particulates
Intergovernmental Personnel Act
Intergovernmental Personnel Agreement
Inhalable Particulate Matter
Integrated Pest Management
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D
IPMN
IPMPCS
IPP
IPP
IR
IRD
IRQ
IRIS
IRIS
IRLG
IRM
IRM
IRMC
IRP
IRPTC
IRR
IRR
IRS
IRS
IRS
IRS
IRSD
IS
ISAM
ISC
ISCL
ISCLT
ISCST
ISO
ISO
ISDB
ISE
ISI
ISIS
ISMAP
ISS
ISS
rrc
ITD
Inhalable Paniculate Network
Integrated Pest Management and Program Coordination Staff (OPTS)
Implementation Planning Program
Integrated Plotting Package
Infrared
Information Resources Directory (OIRM)
Interagency Review Group
Instructional Resources Information System
Integrated Risk Information System
Interagency Regulatory Liaison Group
Information Resources Management
Interim Remedial Measures (CERCLA)
Interagency Risk Management Council
Installation Restoration Program
International Register of Potentially Toxic Chemicals
Institute of Resource Recovery
Inventory Reporting Requirement System
Intergovernmental Relations Staff (OEA)
Intermedia Ranking Staff
Internal Revenue Service
International Referral System
Information and Regulatory Systems Division (OPPE)
Interim Status
Indexed Sequential File Access Method
Industrial Source Complex
Interim Status Compliance Letter
Industrial Source Complex Long Term Model
Industrial Source Complex Short Term Model
Information Systems Division (OARM)
Interim Status Document (RCRA)
Industry Studies Data Base
Ion-specific Electrode
EPA Information Systems Inventory
Industry File Indexing System
Indirect Source Model for Air Pollution
Information Systems Staff (ORD)
Interim Status Standards
International Trade Commission
Industrial Technology Division (OW)
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ACRONYMS
ITD
ITDP
IIP
ITS
ITSS
IUFED
IUTA
IUTD
IVTC
IWC
IWS
JAPCA
JATS
JCL
JEC
JFMIP
JLC
JNCP
JOFOC
JPA
JSD
JSP
JTU
JUDO
JV
KW
KWH
KWIC/UNVAC
LAA
LABELS
LABPROP
LACS
LAER
LAI
LAMP
LAMS
LAN
LAST
LBAU
Inhalation Toxicology Division
Individual Training and Development Plan
Individual Training Plan
Interagency Testing Committee Tracking System
Integrated Technical Support Services System
In-Use Vehicle Fuel Economy Data
In-Use Technology Assessment
Ann Arbor In-Use Test Data System
International Visitors and Travel Coordinator (OIA)
In-Stream Waste Concentration (CWA)
Ionizing Wet Scrubber
Journal of Air Pollution Control Association
Job Application Tracking System
Job Control Language
Joint Economic Committee
Joint Financial Management Improvement Program
Justification for Limited Competition
Justification for Noncompetitive Procurement
Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition
Joint Permitting Agreement
Jackson Structured Design
Jackson Structured Programming
Jackson Turbidity Unit
Judicial Officer Case Tracking System
Journal Voucher
Kilowatt
Kilowatt Hour
OA-RTP Keyword in Context Index
Lead Agency Attorney
Region 3 Mail Labels System
Laboratory Property Management System
Los Angeles Catalytic Study
Lowest Achievable Emission Rate
Laboratory Audit Inspection
Lake Acidification Mitigation Project (EPRI)
Lake Analysis Management System
Local Area Network
Labor and Sample Tracking
Lab Automation System
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A\CE(D)NYMS
LC
LC
LCD
LCL
LCM
LCRS
LCS
LCS
LCS
LD
LD50
LDC
LDCRS
LDD
LDEQ
LDIP
LDMS
LDPE
LDPHDN
LDR
LDRRDDB
LDRTF
LDS
LDSFE
LOT
LDV
LEL
LEP
LEPC
LEPD
LERC
LEVEL8(A)
LFL
LIBBKS
LIBR
LIDAR
LIFO
LIMB
LIRAQ
Lethal Concentration
Liquid Chromatography
Local Climatological Data
Lower Control Limit
Life Cycle Management
Leachate Collection and Removal System
Ann Arbor Laboratory Computer System
OA-Cinci (EMSAC) Library Circulation System
Region 10 Library Circulation System
Light Duty
Low Dose Where Fifty Percent of Animals Die
London Dumping Convention
Leachate Detection, Collection, and Removal System
Light Duty Diesel
Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality
Laboratory Data Integrity Program
Region 2, Lab Data Management System
Low Density Polyethylene
Lead Additive Report for Refineries and Importers and for Manufacturing
Land Disposal Restrictions
Land Disposal Restrictions (Rule Development)
Land Disposal Restrictions Task Force
Light-Duty Vehicle/Truck Certification
Fuel Economy
Light Duty Truck
Light Duty Vehicle
Lower Explosive Limit
Laboratory Evaluation Program
Local Emergency Planning Committee
Legal Enforcement Policy Divison (OECM)
Local Emergency Response Committee
TSCA 8(a) Level A Information System
Lower Flammability Limit
Headquarters Book System
RTP Library
NEIC Light Detection and Ranging System
Last In/First Out
Limestone-Injection, Multi-Stage Burner
Livermore Regional Air Quality Model
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AQRQMYMS
LITS
LLRW
LLWPA
IMF
LMFBR
LMR
LNEP
LNG
LNRD
LOAFL
LOG
LOC-TFCS
LOCATOR
LOE
LOEL
LOIS
LONGZ
LOOK-UP
LOQ
LP
LPG
LRMS
LRO
LRTAP
LSD
LSERA
LSERB
LSI
LSL
LSI
LTA
LTD
LTO
LTOP
LTR
LTU
LUCIFER
LUST
LVAOO
Litigation Support System
Low Level Radioactive Waste
Low-Level Waste Policy Act
Logical Mainframe
Liquid Metal Fast Breeder Reactor
Labor Management Relations
Low Noise Emission Product
Liquified Natural Gas
Land and Natural Resources Division (DOJ)
Lowest Observed Adverse Effect Level
Library of Congress
Letter of Credit - (Dept. of) Treasury Financial Communications System
Mail/Locator
Level of Effort
Lowest Observed Effect Level
Loss of Interim Status (SDWA)
Long Term Terrain Model
Online Account Status and Payment History
Level of Quantification
Legislative Proposal
Liquified Petroleum Gas
Low Resolution Mass Spectroscopy
Labor Relations Officer
Long Range Transportation of Air Pollution
Laboratory Services Division (NEIC)
ERL-Duluth Financial Management Package
ERL-Duluth Personnel and Payroll
Legal Support Inspection (CWA)
Lump Sum Leave
Low-Solvent Technology
Lead Trial Attorney
Land Treatment Demonstration
Landing-Takeoff Cycle
Lease to Purchase
Lead Technical Representative
Land Treatment Unit
Listing of Organic Compounds Identified in Region 4
Leaking Underground Storage Tanks
Las Vegas Accounting Operations Office (OARM)
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ACRONYMS
D
LVFMC
LVRO
LVS
LWCF
LWOP
LWOP
M&IE
MAB
MAC
MADCAP
MAER
MAG
MAP
MAP3S
MAPC
MAPPER
MAPS
MAPSIM
MAR
MARC
MASBAL
MATC
MAXDOSE
MBDA
MBE
MBE/WBE
MBEP
MBER
MBO
MCA
MCD
MCDF
MCEF
MCIA
MCL
MCLG
MCP
MD
MD
Las Vegas Financial Management Center (FMD)
Las Vegas Radiation Operations
Laboratory Ventication Data System
Land and Water Conservation Fund
Lease with Option to Purchase
Leave Without Pay
Meals and Incidental Expenses
Man and Biosphere Program
Management Advisory Committee
Model of Advection, Diffusion and Chemistry for Air Pollution
Maximum Allowable Emission Rate
Management Advisory Group
Management Assistance Program
Multistate Atmospheric Power Production Pollution Study
Manpower Model for Control Agencies
Maintaining, Preparing, and Producing Executive Reports
Region 2 Environmental Map Catalog System
Mesoscale Air Pollution Simulation Model
Management Assistance Review
Mining and Reclamation Council
RCRA Mass Balance System
Maximum Allowable Toxicant Concentration
Maximum Individual Dose Model
Minority Business Development Agency
Minority Business Enterprises
Certification Questionnaire-Minority/Women Business Enterprise
Region 4 Minority Business Tracking
Minority Business Enterprise Representative
Management by Objectives
Manufacturing Chemists Association
Municipal Construction Division (OW)
Master Code Descriptor File
Mixed Cellulose Ester Filter
Methyl Chloride Industry Alliance
Maximum Contaminant Level (SDWA)
Maximum Contaminant Level Goals
Municipal Compliance Plan (CWA)
Mail Drop
Management Division (regional)
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MDA
MDAAQS
MDAD
MOD
MDEQ
MDL
MDSD
MECA
MEFS
MEI
MEK
MEM
MENS
MEP
MERL
MES
MESOPAC
MESOPLUME
MESOPUFF
MESS
METL
METL
MEXAMS
MFBI
MFC
MFD
MGD
MHD
MIBK
MIC
MICAD
MICE
MICROMORT
MIDSD
MINTED
MIPS
MIS
MISTT
Methylenedianilline
Miscellaneous Data Analysis and Air Quality Simulation Studies
Monitoring and Data Analysis Division (OA&R)
Management Division Director
Massachusettes Department of Environmental Quality
Method Detection Limit
Monitoring and Data Support Division (OW)
Manufacturers of Emission Controls Association
Midterm Energy Forecasting System
Maximum Exposed Individual (TSCA)
Methyl Ethyl Ketone
Modal Emission Model
Mission Element Needs Statement
Multiple Extraction Procedure
Municipal Environmental Research Laboratory
Modal Emission Model
Mesoscale Meteorological Preprocessor Program
Mesoscale "Bent Plume" Model
Mesoscale Puff Model
Model Evaluation Support System
Metals Data Base
Region 4 Metals System
Metals Exposure Analysis Modeling System
Major Fuel Burning Installation
Metal Finishing Category
Municipal Facilities Division (OW)
Millions of Gallons per Day
Man Hours
Magnethydrodynamics
Methyl Isobutyl Ketone
Methyl isocyanate
Micro-Installation, Inc.
Management Information Capability for Enforcement
A One in a Million Chance of Death from Environmental Hazards
Management Informaton and Data Systems Division
Geochemical Model
Millions of Instructions per second
Mineral Industry Surveys
Midwest Interstate Sulfur Transformation and Transport
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ACEONYMi
ti
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MITS
ML
ML
MLAP
MLSS
MLVSS
MMD
MMS
MMT
MOA
MOBILE
MOCERT
MOCS
MOD
MOD
MOD
MOD
MOD
MODHIWAY
MOI
MOI
MORT
MOS
MOS
MOTRON
MOU
MP
MPES
MPO
MPP
MPRSA
MPS2
MPTDS
MPTER
MRA
MRAM
MRI
MRP
MS
Management Information Tracking System (New Chemicals)
Meteorology Laboratory
Military Leave
Migrant Legal Action Program
Mixed Liquor Suspended Solids
Mixed Liquor Volatile Suspended Solids
Mass Median Diameter
Minerals Management Service (DOI)
Million metric tons
Memorandum of Agreement
Mobile Source Emissions Model
Motorcycle Certification Data
MacPhail Operant Chambers
Management and Organization Division (OARM)
Manufacturers Operations Division (OA&R)
Marine Operations Division (OW)
Miscellaneous Obligation Document
Modification
Modified Hiway Program
Memorandum in Intent
Memorandum of Information (OARM)
HERL-RTP Mortality Data Base
Management Operations Staff (OFC)
Margin of Safety
MacPhail Motron System
Memorandum of Understanding
Melting Point
Management Planning and Evaluation Staff (OIRM)
Metropolitan Planning Organization
Merit Promotion Plan
Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act
Region 2 Merit Pay System
MPTER Model with Deposition and Settling of Pollutants
Multiple Point Source Model with Terrain
Minimum Retirement Age
MacPhail Radial Arm Maze
Midwest Research Institute
Multi-Roller Press (in sludge drying unit)
Mail Stop
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MS
MS
MS
MSA
MSA
MSAM
MSD
MSDS
MSEE
MSHA
MSIS
MSL
MSPB
MSRM
MSS
MSS
MTB
MTBE
MTD
MTDDIS
MTG
MTS
MTSL
MTU
MUSWTCH
MVA
MVAPCA
MVEL
MVI/M
MVICSA
MVMA
MVRS
MVS
MVTS
MW
MW
MWC
MWG
MWL
Management Staff (OPTS)
Mass Spectrometry
Multilateral Staff (OIA)
Management System Audits
Metropolitan Statistical Areas
Multi-Keyed Indexed Sequential File Access Method
Management Systems Division (OPPE)
Material Safety Data Sheet
Major Source Enforcement Effort
Mine Safety and Health Administration (DOL)
Model State Information System
Mean Sea Level
Meri* Systems Protection Board
Mixture and Systemic Toxicant Risk Model
Management Support Staff (OPTS)
Management Systems Staff (OGC)
Materials Transportation Bureau
Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether
Maximum Tolerated Dose
Mesoscale Transport Diffusion and Deposition Model for Industrial Sources
Media Task Group
Management Tracking System (OW)
Monitoring and Technical Support Laboratory
Mobile Treatment Unit
Mussel Watch
Multivariate Analysis
Motor Vehicle Air Pollution Control Act
Motor Vehicle Emission Laboratory
Motor Vehicle Inspection/Maintenance
Motor Vehicle Information and Cost Savings Act
Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Association
Marine Vapor Recovery System
Multiple Virtual System
Motor Vehicle Tampering Survey (FISD, QMS)
Megawatt
Molecular Weight
Municipal Waste Combustor
Model Work Group
Municipal Waste Leachate
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MYDP
N/A
N/A
NA
NA
NAA
NAAG
NAAQS
NAAS
NABN
MAC
NACA
NACD
NACO
NADB
NADP
NADPSC
NAE
NAEP
NAIS
NALD
NAM
NAMA
NAMF
MAMS
NAMS/MIS
NANCO
NAPA
NAPAP
NAPAP
NAPBN
NAPCTAC
NAR
NARA
NARA
NARS
MAS
MAS
NASA
Multi-Year Development Plans
Not Applicable
Not Available
National Archives
Nonattainment
Nonattainment Area
National Association of Attorneys General
National Ambient Air Quality Standards Program (CAA)
National Air Audit System (OAR)
EMSL-RTP National Atmospheric Background Network
National Asbestos Council
National Agricultural Chemicals Association
National Association of Conservation Districts
National Association of Counties
National Aerometric Data Bank
National Atmospheric Deposition Program
National ADP Service Center
National Academy of Engineering
National Association of Environmental Professionals
Neutral Administrative Inspection Scheme
Nonattainment Areas Lacking Demonstrations
National Association of Manufacturers
National Air Monitoring Audits
National Association of Metal Finishers
National Air Monitoring Station
National Air Monitoring Stations Management Information System
National Association of Noise Control Officials
National Academy of Public Administration
National Acid Precipitation Assessment Program
National Acid Precipitation Program Emission Inventories
National Air Pollution Background Network
National Air Pollution Control Techniques Advisory Committee
National Asbestos Registry
National Air Resoures Act
National Archives and Records Administration
National Asbestos-Contractor Registry System
National Academy of Sciences
National Audubon Society
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
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ACRONYMS
NASLR
NASN
NASN
NASR
NATICH
NATO
NATS
NAWC
NAWDEX
NBAR
NBS
NCA
NCA
NCAC
NCAF
NCAMP
NCAQ
NCAR
NCASI
NCC
NCC
NCCMAG
NCF
NCHS
NCI
NCIC
NCL
NCLAN
NCLEHA
NCLP
NCLS
NCM
NCM
NCO
NCP
NCR
NCP
NCPIASI
NCR
National Association of State Land Reclamationists
National Air Sampling Network
National Air Surveillance Network
National Association of Solvent Recyclers
National Air Toxics Information Clearinghouse
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
National Air Toxics Strategy
National Association of Water Companies
National Water Data Exchange
Non-Binding Allocation of Responsibility
National Bureau of Standards
National Coal Association
Noise Control Act
National Clean Air Coalition
National Clean Air Fund
National Coalition Against the Misuse of Pesticides
National Commission on Air Quality
National Center for Atmospheric Research
Ntl Council of the Paper Industry for Air and Stream Improvments, Inc.
National Climatic Center
National Computer Center
National Computer Center Management Advisory Group
Network Control Facility
National Center for Health Statistics (NIH)
National Cancer Institute
National Crime Information Center
National Consumers League
National Crop Loan Assessment Network
Natural Conference of Local Environmental Health Administrators
National Contract Laboratory Program
NEIC Library System
National Coal Model
Notice of Commencement of Manufacture (TSCA)
Negotiated Consent Order
National Contingency Plan (CERCLA)
Noncompliance Penalties (CAA)
Nonconformance Penalty
National Council of the Paper Industry for Air and Stream Improvements
Noncompliance Report (CWA)
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ACRONYMS
NCR
NCRIC
NCRP
NCS
NCSL
NCV
NCVECS
NCWM
NCWQ
NDD
NDDN
NDIR
NDPD
NDS
NDS
NDWAC
NBA
NECRMP
NEDA
NEDS
NEEC
NEEDS
NEEJ
NEHA
NEIC
NEMA
NEP
NEP
NEPA
NER
NERA
NERO
NEROS
NES PHYTO
NESCAUM
NESHAPS
NETA
NETC
NETTING
Nonconformance Report
National Chemical Response and Information Center
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements
National Compliance Strategy
National Conference of State Legislatures
Nerve Conduction Velocity
National Center for Vehicle Emissions Control and Safety
National Conference of Weights and Measures
National Commission on Water Quality
Negotiation Decision Document
National Dry Deposition Network
Nondispersive Infrared Analysis
National Data Processing Division (OARM)
National Dioxin Study
National Disposal Site
National Drinking Water Advisory Council
National Energy Act
Northeast Corridor Regional Modeling Project
National Environmental Development Association
National Emissions Data System (CAA)
National Environmental Enforcement Council (NAAG)
Needs Survey
National Environmental Enforcement Journal (NAAG)
National Environmental Health Association
National Enforcement Investigations Center (OECM)
National Electrical Manufacturers Association
National Energy Plan
National Estuary Program
National Environmental Policy Act of 1969
National Emissions Report
National Economic Research Associates
National Energy Resources Organization
ASRL-RTP Northeast Regional Oxidant Study
National Phytoplankton Data Base (in Lakes)
Northeast States for Coordinated Air Use Management
National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (CAA)
National Environmental Training Association
National Emergency Training Center
Emission Trading Used to Avoid PSD/NSR Permit Review Requirements
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NFAN
NFFE
NFIB
NFIP
NFMA
NFPA
NFPA
NFS
NFWF
NGA
NGA
NGPA
NGWIC
NHANES
NHIS
NHMP
NHPA
NHTSA
NHTSA
NHWP
NICS
NIEHS
NIEI
NIH
NIM
NIMBY
NIOSH
NIPDWR
NIS
NIST
NITEP
NJDEP
NLA
NLAP
NIC
NLETS
NLM
NLT
NMC
National Filter Analysis Network
National Federation of Federal Employees
National Federation of Independent Business
National Flood Insurance Program
National Forest Management Act
National Fire Protection Association
National Forest Products Association
National Forest Service
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
National Governors Association
Natural Gas Association
Natural Gas Policy Act
National Ground Water Information Center
National Health and Nutrition Examination Study
National Health Interview Survey
National Human Milk Monitoring Program
National Historic Preservation Act
National Highway Traffic Safety Act
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (DOT)
Northeast Hazardous Waste Project
National Institute for Chemical Studies
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
National Indoor Environmental Institute
National Institutes of Health
National Impact Model
Not In My Back Yard
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
National Interim Primary Drinking Water Regulations
Noise Information System
National Institute for Standards and Technology (Formerly NBS)
National Incinerator Testing and Evaluation Program
New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
National Lime Association
National Lab Audit Program
National League of Cities
National Law Enforcement Teletype System
National Library of Medicine
Not Later Than
National Meteorological Center
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NMFS
NMFWF
NMHC
NMI
NML
NMOC
NMP
NMR
NNC
NNEMS
NNPSPP
NO
NO2
NOA
NOAA
NOAEL
NOC
NOD
NOEL
NOHSCP
NOJC
NON
NON
NOPES
NORA
NOS
NOV
NOV/CD
NOx
NP&AA
NPAA
NPCA
NPDES
NPDES
NPDES FILE
NPIRS
NPL
NPM
NPN
National Marine Fisheries Service (DOC)
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Nonmethane Hydrocarbons
Northeast Midwest Institute
National Municipal League
Nonmethane Organic Compounds
National Municipal Policy
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance
Notice of Noncompliance (TSCA)
National Network for Environmental Management Studies
National Non-Point Source Pollution Program
Nitric Oxide
Nitrogen Dioxide
New Obligation Authority
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (DOC)
No-observed-adverse-effect-level
Notice of Commencement
Notice of Deficiency (RCRA)
No Observable Effects Level
National Oil and Hazardous Substances Contingency Plan
National Oil Jobbers Council
Notice of Noncompliance
Notice of Noncompliance (TSCA)
Non-Occupational Pesticide Exposure Study
National Oil Recyclers Association
National Ocean Survey (NOAA)
Notice of Violation (CAA, CWA, FIFRA)
Notice of Violation/Compliance Demand
Nitrogen Oxides
Noise Pollution and Abatement Act of 1970
Noise Pollution and Abatement Act
National parks and Conservation Association
Laboratory Performance Evaluation (NPDES)
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (CWA)
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Compliance Files
National Pesticide Information Retrieval System
National Priority List (CERCLA)
National Program Manager
National Particulate Network
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NPR
NPS
NPS
NPS
NP7N
NPUG
NRA
NRC
NRC
NRC
NRC
NRC
NRDC
NRT
NRWA
NSC
NSDWR
NSF
NSF
NSO
NSPE
NSPS
NSR
NSR/PSD
NSTL
NSWMA
NSWS
NTE
NTIS
NTN
NIP
NTSB
NUCA
NURF
NVPP
NWA
NWF
NWPA
NWRC
Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
National Park Service
National Permit Strategy
National Pesticide Survey (OW)
National Pesticides Telecommunications Network
National Prime User Group
National Recreation Area
National Referral Center
National Research Council
National Response Center
Non-reusable Container (DOT)
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Natural Resources Defense Council
National Response Team
National Rural Water Association
National Security Council
National Secondary Drinking Water
National Sanitation Foundation
National Science Foundation
Nonferrous Smelter Order (CAA)
National Society for Professional Engineers
New Source Performance Standards (CAA)
New Source Review (CAA)
New Source Review and Prevention of Significant Deterioration Permitting
National Space Technology Laboratory
National Solid Waste Management Association
National Surface Water Survey
Not to Exceed
National Technical Information Service
National Trends Network
National Toxicology Program
National Transportation Safety Board
National Utility Contractors Association
NAPAP Utility Reference File
National Vehicle Population Poll
National Water Alliance
National Wildlife Federation
Nuclear Waste Policy Act
National Weather Records Center
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AQROMYMS
NWS
O&G
O&M
O&M
O3
OA
OA
OA
OA&R
OADEMQA
OAE
OALJ
OAQPS
OAR
OARM
OASDI
OASIS
OC
OC
OCAPO
OCD
OCE
OCEM
OCESL
OCI
OCI
OCIL
OCIR
OCIS
OCL
OCM
OCR
OCR
OCR
OCS
OCSLA
00
OD
OD
National Weather Service
Oil and Gas
Operations and Maintenance
Region 4 O&M Municipal Inventory
Ozone
Office of Administration (OARM)
Office of Audits
Office of the Administrator
Office of Air and Radiation
Office of Acid Deposition, Environmental Monitoring, and Quality Assurance
Office of Analysis and Evaluation (OW)
Office of Administrative Law Judges (AO)
Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards (OA&R, RTP)
Office of Air and Radiation
Office of Administration and Resources Management
Old-Age Survivors and Disability Insurance
OERR Info System
Object Class
Office of the Comptroller (OARM)
Office of Compliance Analysis and Program Operations
Offshore and Coastal Dispersion Model
Office of Criminal Enforcement (OECM)
Office of Cooperative Environmental Management
Office of Criminal Enforcement and Special Litigation
Office of Criminal Investigation (NEIC)
Organizational Conflicts of Interest
Office of Community and Intergovernmental Liaison
Office of Community and Intergovernmental Relations (OEA)
On Line Chemical Information System
Office of Congressional Liaison (OEA)
Office of Compliance Monitoring (OPTS)
Office of Civil Rights (AO)
Office of Community Relations
Optical Character Reader
Outer Continental Shelf
Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act
Office of the Director
Operations Division (NEIC)
Organizational Development
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ACRONYMS
OD
ODA
ODATS
ODES
ODN
ODW
OE
OEA
OECD
OECM
OEET
OEOB
OEP
OEP
OEPER
OER
OERR
OES
OF
OFA
OFPPA
OFSPS
OGC
OGE
OCR
OGWP
OHEA
OHMTADS
OHR
OHRM
OHSS
01
OIA
OIG
OIL
OILHM
OIRA
OIRM
OLA
Outside Diameter
Office of the Deputy Administrator
Office Director Assignment Tracking System
Ocean Data Evaluation System
Obligation Document Number
Office of Drinking Water (OW)
Office of Enforcement
Office of External Affairs
Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development
Office of Enforcement and Compliance Monitoring
Office of Environmental Engineering and Technology (ORD)
Old Executive Office Building
Office of Enforcement Policy (OECM)
Office of External Programs
Office of Environmental Processes and Effects Research (ORD)
Office of Exploratory Research (ORD)
Office of Emergency and Remedial Response (OSWER)
Office of Executive Support (AO)
Optional Form
Office of Federal Activities (OEA)
Office of Federal Procurement Policy Act
Office of Federal Statistical Policy and Standards
Office of General Counsel
Office of Government Ethics
Office of Government Relations (Regional)
Office of Ground Water Protection (OW)
Office of Health and Environmental Assessment (ORD)
Oil and Hazardous Materials Technical Assistance Data System
Office of Health Research (ORD)
Office of Human Resources Management (OARM)
Occupation Health and Safety Staff (OA)
Office of Investigations
Office of International Activities
Office of Inspector General
Office of Intergovernmental Liaison (OEA)
Oil and Hazardous Material Information System
Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs
Office of Information Resources Management (OARM)
Office of Legislative Analysis (OEA)
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AXCMOMYMS
D
OMB
OMEP
OMMSQA
OMPC
OMPE
QMS
QMS
OMSE
OMTA
00
OP
OPA
OPA
OPAC
OPAR
OPD
OPF
OPFT
OPFTE
OPM
OPME
OPMO
OPMS
OPMT
OPP
OPPAS
OPPE
OPPI
OPPM
OPTS
OPTS RTS
ORALTOX
ORC
ORD
ORDIS
ORM
ORMS
ORNL
ORO
Office of Management and Budget
Office of Marine and Estuarine Protection (OW)
Office of Modeling, Monitoring Systems and Quality Assurance (ORD)
Office of Municipal Pollution Control (OW)
Office of Management Planning and Evaluation (OPPE)
Office of Management Support (AO)
Office of Mobile Sources (OA&R)
Office of Management Systems and Evaluation (OPPE)
Office of Management and Technical Assessment
Operation Office (ORD)
Operating Plan
Office of Policy Analysis (OPPE)
Office of Public Affairs (OEA)
Overall Performance Appraisal Certification
Office of Policy Analysis and Review (OAR)
Office of Program Development (OAR)
Official Personnel Folder
Other Than Permanent Full Time
Other Than Permanent Full Time Equivalent
Office of Program Management (OSWER)
Office of Program Management and Evaluation (OPTS)
Office of Program Management Operations (OPTS)(OAR)
Office of Program Management and Support (OSWER)
Office of Program Management and Technology (OSWER)
Office of Pesticide Programs (OPTS)
OPP Administrative Support Systems
Office of Policy, Planning and Evaluation
Office of Policy, Planning and Information (OSWER)
Office of Policy and Program Management (OSWER)
Office of Pesticides and Toxic Substances
OPTS Regulation Tracking System
Acute Oral Toxicity for Birds, Mice, Rats
Office of Regional Counsel
Office of Research and Development
Office of Research and Development Information Systems
Other Regulated Material
Office Resources Management System
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Office of Regional Operations
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AOMMWMS
ORP
ORPM
ORS
ORSSA
ORV
OS/VS
OSC
OSC
OSDBU
OSDH
OSHA
OSHA
OSM
OSR
OSTP
OSW
OSWER
OT
OTA
OTP
OTS
OTSMTS
OUST
OW
OWCP
OWEP
OWEP
OWP
OWPE
OWPO
OWRS
Ox
OY
OYG
OZIPP
OZIPPM
P&A
PA
PA
Office of Radiation Programs (OA&R)
Office of Research Program Management (ORD)
Office of Regulatory Support
Office of Regulatory Support and Scientific Analysis (ORA)
Off-Road Vehicle
Operating System/Virtual Storage
On-scene Coordinator
Options Selection Committee
Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (AO)
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Office of Surface Mining (DOI)
Office of Standards and Regulations (OPPE)
Office of Science and Technology Policy
Office of Solid Waste (OSWER)
Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response
Overtime
Office of Technology Assessment (U.S. Congress)
Office of Territorial Programs
Office of Toxic Substances (OPTS)
OTS Milestone Tracking System
Office of Underground Storage Tanks (OSWER)
Office of Water
Office of Workers Compensation Programs
Office of Water Enforcement and Permits (OW)
Oily Waste Extraction Program
Office of Wetlands Protection (OW)
Office of Waste Programs Enforcement (OSWER)
Office of Water Program Operations (OW)
Office of Water Regulations and Standards (OW)
Total Oxidants
Operating Year
Operating Year Guidance
Kinetics Model and Ozone Isopleth Ptotting Package
Modified Ozone Isopleth Plotting Package
Precision & Accuracy
Policy Analyst (OMS)
Property Administrator
K-55
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D
PAA
PAAS
PAD
PADRE
PAGM
PAH
PAHO
PAI
PAID
PAIR
PAL
PALDS
PAN
PAPR
PARACDS
PARS
PAS
PASS
PAT
PBB
PBL
PBLSQ
PC
PC
PC
PC
PC&B
PCA
PCB
PCCW
PCDD
PCDF
PCE
PCEE
pCi/l
PCIE
PCIO
PCIOS
PCM
Priority Abatement Areas
Region 10 External Affairs Labels System
Planning and Analysis Division (OW)
Paniculate Data Reduction
Permit Applicants Guidance Manual
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon
Pan American Health Organization
Performance Audit Inspection (CWA)
Plutonium Air Inhalation Dose
Preliminary Assessment Information Rule
Point, Area, and Line Source Air Quality Model
PAL Model with Deposition and Settling of Pollutants
Peroxyacetyl Nitrate
Powered Air Purifying Respirator
Missing Parameter Codes
Precision and Accuracy Reporting System
Policy Analysis Staff
Procurement Automated Source System (SBA)
Permit Assistance Team (RCRA)
Polybrominated biphenyl
Planetary Boundary Layer
The Lead Line Source (PBLSQ) Model
Personal Computer
Planned Commitment
Position Classification
Pulverized Coal
Personnel Compensation and Benefits
Principal Component Analysis
Polychlorinated biphenyl
Public Citizens Congress Watch
Polychlorinated dibenzodioxin
Polychlorinated dibenzofuran
Perchloroethylene
President's Commission on Executive Exchange
Piocuries Per Litre
President's Council on Integrity and Efficiency in Government
PC Information Officer
Processor Common Input/Output System
Phase Contrast Microscopy
K-56
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ACRONYM
PCMD
PCMI
PCO
PCON
POP
PCS
PCS
PCS
PCSC
PCV
PD
PD
PD
PD
PDAS
PDED
PDFID
PDM
PDMS
PDR
PE
PEARL
PEAS
PED
PEFOS
PEI
PEL
PEL
PEM
PEM
PEPE
PER7
PERF
PERMDATA
PERS
PERSPROP
PES
PESC
PEST
Procurement and Contracts Management Division (OARM)
President's Council on Management Improvement
Printing Control Officer
Potential Contractor
Pentachlorophenyl
Permanent Change of Station
Permit Compliance System (CWA)
Program Coordination Staff (OPTS)(ORD)
PC Site Coordinator
Positive Crankcase Ventilation System
Permits Division (OW)
Position Description
Position Document
Press Division (OEA)
Physiological Data Acquisition System
Program Development and Evaluation Division (OW)
Preconcentration Direct Flame lonization Detection
Probabilistic Dilution Model
Pesticide Document Management System (OPP)
Paniculate Data Reduction
Program Element
Portable Environmental Assessment and Research Laboratory
Policy and External Affairs Staff (POSWER)
Program Evaluation Division (OPPE)
Program Evaluation and Field Operations Staff
Petroleum Equipment Institute
Permissible Exposure Limit
Personal Exposure Limit
Partial Equilibrium Minimarket Model
Personal Exposure Model
Prolonged Elevated Pollution Episode
Region 7 Personnel System
Police Executive Research Forum
PERMDATA Management System
ERL-Ada Personnel System
Personal Property Data Entry and Report System
Planning and Evaluation Staff (ORD)
EMSL-Cinci Performance Evaluation System
Region 7 Nebraska Pesticide
K-57
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ACRONYMS
PESTAN
PF
PF
PFLT
PFSS
PFT
PFTE
PGD
PHC
PHEM
PHF
PHN
PHONEBOOK
PHRED
PHS
PHSA
PI
PI
PIC
PIC
PIC
PICO
PIGS
PIMS
PIN
PIP
PIPQUIC
PIRG
PIRT
PIRU
PIS
PITS
PKSDD
PLIRRA
PLM
PLPT
PLS
PLUME
PLUME2D
Pesticides Analytical Transport Solution
Potency Factor
Protection Factor
Paint Filter Liquids Test
Pesticide Farmworker Safety Staff (OPTS)
Permanent Full Time
Permanent Full Time Equivalent
Policy and Grants Division (OPTS)
Principal Hazardous Constituent
Public Health Evaluation Manual
Public Health Foundation
Public Health Network
Region 3 Telephone Directory
Public Health Risk Evaluation Database (OERR)
Public Health Service
Public Health Service Act
Preliminary Injunction
Program Information
Pressurized Ion Chamber
Products of Incomplete Combustion
Public Information Center
Pacific Islands Contact Office
Pesticides in Groundwater Strategy
Pesticide Incident Monitoring System
Procurement Information Notice
Public Involvement Program
Program Integration Project Queries Use in Interactive Command
Public Interest Research Group
Pretreatment Implementation Review Task Force
Public Information Reference Unit
Public Information Specialist
Project Information Tracking System (OTS)
Probability Kriging to Spatially Distributed Data System
Pollution Liability Insurance and Risk Retention Act
Polarized Light Microscopy
Pretreatment Local Program Tracking System
Program Liaison Staff (ORD)
Outfall PLUME Model
Two-Dimensional Plumes in Uniform Ground Water Row
K-58
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d
D
PLUME3D
PLUVUE
PM
PM
PM10
PM15
PMD
PMD
PMEL
PMI
PMIP
PMIS
PMN
PMNF
PMO
PMOS
PMR
PMRK
PMRS
PMRS
PMRS
PMS
PMS
PMS
PMS
PMS
PMSD
PMSO
PMSS
PNA
PO
PO
PO
POA
PCX)
POC
POE
POGO
POHC
Three-Dimensional Plumes in Uniform Ground Water Flow
Plume Visibility Model
Paniculate Matter
Product Manager
Particulate Matter nominally 10m and less
Particulate Matter nominally 15m and less
Personnel Management Division (OARM)
Planning and Management Division (regional)
Pacific Marine Environment Laboratory
Presidential Management Intern
Presidential Management Intern Program
Personnel Management Information System
Premanufacture Notification (TSCA)
Premanufacture Notification Form (TSCA)
Program Management Office (OAR)
Program Management and Operation Staff (OSWER)
Pollutant Mass Rate
NEIC Permit Ranking System
Merit Pay System
Performance Management and Recognition System
Performance Monitoring and Reporting System
Performance Management System
Personnel Management Specialist
Planning and Management Staff (OAQPS)
Program Management Staff (OPPE)(OW)
Region 4 Position Management System
Program Management and Support Division (OPTS)
Program Management and Support Office (OSWER)
Policy and Management Support Staff (OW)
Polynuclear Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Program Operations (OAR)
Project Officer
Purchase Order
Program Office Approvals
Point of Compliance
Program Office Contacts
Point of Exposure
Privately-Owned/Government Operated
Principal Organic Hazardous Constituent
K-59
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POI
POLRE
POM
POM
POMO
PORS
POS
POSS
POTRK
POTW
POV
PP
PP
PPA
PPA
PPAS
PPB
PPBS
PPC
PPE
PPIS
PPM
PPMAP
PPMS
PPRS
PPSP
ppt
PPT
ppth
PPU
PR
PR
PRA
PRA
PRAMS
PREPRZM
PRESTO-EPA
PRM
PRMS
Point of Interception
Pollution Report
Participate Organic Matter
Polycyclic Organic Matter
Program Operations and Management Office
Project Officer Record System
Program Operations Staff (ORD)
Program Operations Support Staff (OARM)
Region 3 Purchase Order Tracking System
Publicly-owned treatment works
Privately Owned Vehicle
Pay Period
Program Planning
Pesticide Producers Association
Planned Program Accomplishment
Personal Property Accounting System
Parts per billion
Program Planning and Budget Staff (OGC)
Personal Protective Clothing
Personal Protective Equipment
Pesticide Product Information System
Parts per million
Power Planning Modeling Application Procedure
Personal Property Management System
Program Planning and Review Staff
Power Plant Sitting Program
Parts per trillion
Permanent Part Time
Parts per thousand
Pollution Prevention Office
Preliminary Review
Procurement Request
Paperwork Reduction Act
Planned Regulatory Action
Paperwork Reduction Act Management System (PRAMS)
Pesticide Root Zone Model
A Low-Level Radioactive Waste Environmental Transport and Risk
Prevention Reference Manuals
Plans Review Management System
K-60
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ACRONYMS
PROF
PRP
PRS
PRTYPOLS
PRZM
PS
PS
PS
PSAM
PSD
PSD
PSDL
PSE
PSES
PSEUDO-HWD
PSI
PSI
PSI
PSIG
PSM
PSNS
PSP
PSPD
PSS
PSS
PSS
PSTN
PT
PTAT
PTDIS
PTE
PTFE
PTMAX
PTMTP
PTPLU
PTS
PTSD
PTSED
PUC
Premixed One-Dimensional Flame Code
Potentially Responsible Parties (CERCLA)
Procurement Tracking System
Priority Pollutants
Pesticide Root Zone Model
Planning Staff (OPTS) (ORD)
Point Souce
Preparedness Staff (OSWER)
Point Source Ambient Monitoring
Prevention of Significant Deterioration (CAA)
Program Systems Division (OIRM)
Region 4 PSD Log System
Program Sub-element
Pretreatment Standards for Existing Sources
HWDMS-SAS
Pollutant Standards Index
Pounds Per Square Inch (Pressure)
Pressure per square inch
Pressure per square inch gauge
Point Source Modeling
Pretreatment Standards for New Sources
Payroll Savings Plan
Permits and State Programs Division (OSWER)
Personnel Security Staff (OEA)
Personnel Staffing Specialist
Program Support Staff
Pesticide Safety Team Network
Part Time
Pesticides, Toxics and Air Team (ORD)
Single Stack Meteorological Model in EPA UNAMAP Series
Potential to Emit
Polytetrafluoroethylene (Teflon)
Single Stack Meteorological Model in EPA UNAMAP Series
Muttistack Meteoroligcal Model in EPA UNAMAP Series
Point Source Gaussian Diffusion Model
Project Tracking System
Pesticides and Toxic Substances Division (OGS)
Pesticides and Toxic Substances Enforcement Division (ORD)
Public Utility Commission
K-61
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ACRONYMS
p
PV
PVC
PWEP
PWS
PWS
PWSS
PY
QA
QA/QC
QAC
QAFILE
QAMIS
QAMS
QAO
QAPP
QASRCE
qBtu
QC
OCA
QCI
OOP
QCSDS
QNCR
QSI
QUAL-II
QUAL2E
QUAL2EU
R&D
RA
RA
RA
RA
RA
RA
RA
RA
RAA7S
RAC
RAC
Project Verification
Polyvinyl Chloride
Oily Waste Extraction Program
Public Water Supply
Public Water System (SDWA)
Public Water Supply System (SDWA)
Prior Year
Quality Assurance
Quality Assistance/Quality Control
Quality Assurance Coordinator
Ambient Quality Assurance Data Base
Quality Assurance Management and Information System
Quality Assurance Management Staff (ORD)
Quality Assurance Officer (OAR)
Quality Assurance Project Plan
EMSL-RTP Quality Assurance Data System
Quadrillion British Thermal Units
Quality Control
Quiet Communities Act
Quality Control Index
Quiet Community Program
Quality Control Sample Distribution
Quarterly Noncompliance Report
Quality Step Increase
Stream Quality Model
Enhanced Stream Water Quality Model
Enhanced Stream Water Quality Model with Uncertainty Analysis
Research and Development
Reasonable Alternative
Regional Administrator
Regulatory Alternative
Regulatory Analysis
Remedial Action
Resource Allocation
Risk Analysis
Risk Assessment
RCRA Administrative Action Tracking System
Radiation Advisory Committee (SAB)
Regional Asbestos Coordinator
K-62
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ACEONYMS
p
RACF
RACM
RAGS
PACT
RAD
RADM
RADM
RADRISK
RADX
RAM
RAMP
RAMS
RAP
RAP
RAPS
RARG
RAT
RB
RBC
FC
RC
RCA
RGB
RCC
RCDO
RCF
RCM
RCP
RCRA
RCRC
RCRIS
RCS
RD
RD
RD&D
RDF
rDNA
RDS-HWDMS
RDU
Resource Access Control Facility (NCC systems security)
Reasonably Available Control Measures
ReKer Acoustic Startle
Reasonably Available Control Technology
Radiation
Random Walk Advection and Dispersion Model
Regional Acid Deposition Model
Radionuclide Dose Rate/Risk
ORD-Cinci Radiation Exposure Tracking System
Urban Air Quality Model for Point and Area Souces in EPA UNAMAP Series
Rural Abandoned Mine Program
Regional Air Monitoring System
Radon Action Program
Remedial Accomplishment Plan
ASRL-RTP Regional Air Pollution Study
Regulatory Analysis Review Group
Relative Accuracy Test
Red Border
Red Blood Cells
Regional Counsel
Responsibility Center
Responsibility Center A (OAA/OPMO)
Responsibility Center B (OTLIP)
Radiation Coordinating Council
Regional Case Development Officer
Responsibility Center F (OPA)
Responsibility Center Monthly
Research Centers Program (ORD)
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
Regional Cost Recovery Coordinator
Resource Conservation & Recovery Information System (RCRA)
Computer Timesharing Resource Control System
Registration Division (OPTS)
Remedial Design (CERCLA)
Research Development and Demonstration
Refuse-Derived Fuel
Recombinant DMA
National Hazardous Waste Data Management Systems
Regional Decision Unit
K-63
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ACMDNYMS
RE
RE
READ
REAG
REAP
REAS
RECALLDB
RECEIV-II
RED
REE
REEP
REEP
REF
REIT
REM
REM/FIT
REMARC
REMS
REP
REPRISK
REPS
RESOLVE
REXS
RF
RF
RFA
RFA
RFB
RFD
RFI
RFP
RFP
RFQ
RGICS
RGS
Rl
R!
RI/FS
RIA
Reasonable Efforts
Reportable Event
Regulatory and Economics Analysis Division
Reproductive Effects Assessment Group (ORD)
Regional Enforcement Activities Plan
Regional Enforcement and Superfund System
Recall Data Base
Receiving Water Model
RCRA Enforcement Division (OSWER)
Rare Earth Elements
Reasonable Extra Efforts Program
Review of Environmental Effects of Pollutants
Reference
HERL-RTP Rerter Maze System
Roentgen Equivalent, Man
Remedial/Reid Investigation Team
Resource Entry, Management, Accountability and Reporting for Contracts
RCRA Enforcement Management System
Reasonable Efforts Program
High Level Radioactive Waste-Repository Risk Model
Regional Emissions Projection System
Center for Environmental Conflict Resolution (CF)
Report on Executive Staffing
Radio Frequency
Response Factor
RCRA Facility Assessment (RCRA)
Regulatory Flexibility Act
Request for Bids
Reference Dose Values
Remedial Facility Investigation
Reasonable Further Progress
Request for Proposal
Request for Quote
Region 7 Version of Region 5 Grants Information and Control System
Research Grants Staff (ORD)
Reconnaissance Inspection (CWA)
Remedial Investigation
Remedial Investigation/Feasibility Study (CERCLA)
Regulatory Impact Analysis
K-64
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ACRONYMS
RIA
RIA
RIC
RIC
RICC
RICO
RID
RIF
RIM
RIMD
RIN
RIP
RIS
RISC
RITA
RITZ
RJE
RUB
RLL
RMAO
RMCL
RMDHS
RMDS
RMIS
RMIS/BARS
RMO
RMP
RMS
RMS
RNA
RO
ROADCHEM
ROADWAY
ROC
ROD
ROG
ROLLBACK
ROM
ROMCO6
Regulatory Impact Analysis Facility Profile
Regulatory Impact Assessment
Radon Information Council
RTP Information Center
Retirement Information and Counseling Center
Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act
Regulatory Integration Division (OPPE)
Reduction in Force
Regulatory Interpretation Memorandum
Regulation and Information Management Division (OPPE)
Regulatory Identifier Number
RCRA Implementation Plan
Regulatory Innovations Staff (OPPE)
Regulatory Information Service Center (OMB)
Relocation Income Tax Allowance
Regulator and Treatment Zone Model
Remote Job Entry
Region 4 Labels System
Rapid and Large Leakage (Rate)
Resources Management and Administrative Office (OW)
Recommended Maximum Contaminant Levels (SDWA)
Regional Model Data Handling System
Resource Management Directives System
Resources Management Information System
Resource Management Information System/Budget Analysis System
Records Management Officer
Radon/Radon Progeny Measurement Proficiency Program (ORD)
Region 10 Resource Management System
Resource Management Staff (OSWER)
Ribonucleic Acid
Regional Office
ROADWAY Version that Includes Chemical Reactions of NO, No2, and O3
A Model to Predict Pollutant Concentrations Near a Roadway
Record of Communication
Record of Decisions
Reactive Organic Gases
A Proportional Reduction Model
Regional Oxidant Model
Rocky Mountain Center on Environment
K-65
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p
POP
ROPA
RP
RP
RPAR
RPD
RPIO
RPM
RPM
RPM
RPO
RPO
RPS
RPTS
RQ
RQ
RRC
RRS
RRT
RRT
RSCC
RSKERL
RSMD
RSS
RT
RTCM
RTD
RTDM
RTECS
RTEL
RTM
RTF
RTS
RUP
RVP
RWC
RX75
S&A
S&A
Regional Oversight Policy
Record of Procurement Action
Respirable Particulates
Responsible Party
Rebuttable Presumption Against Registration (FIFRA)
Regulatory Policy Division (OPPE)
Responsible Planning and Implementation Officer
Reactive Plume Model
Remedial Project Manager (CERCLA)
Revolutions Per Minute
Regional Planning Officer
Regional Program Officer (RCRA/CERCLA)
Remedial Planning Staff (OSWER)
Regional Priority Tracking System
Reportable Quantities
Reportable Quantity
Regional Response Center
Regulatory Reform Staff (OPPE)
Regional Response Team
Requisite Remedial Technology
Regional Sample Control Center
Robert S. Kerr Environmental Research Laboratory (ORD)
Resource Systems Management Division (OC)
Regional Services Staff (ORD)
Regional Total
Reasonable Transportation Control Measures
Return to Duty
Rough Terrain Diffusion Model
Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances
OA-RTP FTS Telephone System
Regional Transport Model
Research Triangle Park (North Carolina)
Regulation Tracking System
Restricted Use Pesticide (FIFRA)
Reid Vapor Pressure
Residential Wood Combustion
Region 10 Laboratory Management System
Surveillance and Analysis
Sampling and Analysis
K-66
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ACRONYMS
S&E
S/TCAC
SA
SA
SAAMS
SAB
SAC
SAC
SAD
SADAA
SAE
SAEWG
SAIC
SAIP
SAMAC
SAMWG
SANE
SANSS
SAP
SAPCD
SAR
SAR
SARA
SAROAD
SAS
SASD
SASS
SATO
SBA
SBA
SBO
SBO
SC
SC
SCAB
SCAC
SCAP
SCBA
SCC
Salaries and Expenses
Scientific/Technical Careers Advisory Committee
Special Assistant
Sunshine Act
Sample Analyses and Management System, Region 4
Science Advisory Board (AO)
Secretarial Advisory Committee
Suspended and Canceled Pesticides (FIFRA)
EMSL-RTP Acid Rain System
Science Assistant to the Deputy Assistant Administrator
Society of Automotive Engineers
Standing Air Emission Work Group (OAR)
Special-Agents-ln-Charge (NEIC)
Systems Acquisition and Implementation Program
Standing AIRS Management Advisory Committee (OAR)
Standing Air Monitoring Work Group
Sulfur and Nitrogen Emissions
Structure and Nomenclature Search System
Scientific Advisory Panel
Sacramento Air Pollution Control District
Start Action Request
Structural Activity Relationship
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986
Storage and Retrieval of Aerometric Data /AIRS
Statistical Analysis System
Strategies and Air Standards Division (OAR)
Source Assessment Sampling System
Scheduled Airline Traffic Office
Small Business Act
Small Business Administration
Senior Budget Officer
Small Business Ombudsman (OSDBU)
Sierra Club
Steering Committee
South Coast Air Basin
Support Careers Advisory Committee
Superfund Comprehensive Accomplishments Plan (CERCLA)
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
Source Classification Code
K-67
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ACRONYMS
SCFM
SCLDF
SCORPIO
SCR
SCRAM
SCRC
SCRP
SCS
SCS
SCS
SCSA
SCSP
SCW
SD
SDBE
SDBUS
SDC
SDCM
SDWA
SEA
SEA
SEAM
SEAS
SEB
SEC
SEC
SEE
SEIA
SEM
SEP
SEPWC
SER
SERC
SERF
SERS
SES
SES
SES
SETS
Standard cubic feet per minute
Sierra Club Legal Defense Fund
Subject Content Oriented Retriever for Processing Information On-Line
Selective Catalytic Reduction
State Consolidated RCRA Authorization Manual (RCRA)
Superfund Community Relations Coordinator (OSWER)
Superfund Community Relations Program (OSWER)
Soil Conservation Service
Supplementary Control Strategy
Supplementary Control System
Soil Conservation Society of America
Storm and Combined Sewer Program
Supercritical Water Oxidation
Standard Deviation
Small Disadvantages Business Enterprise
Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization Specialist (OSDBU)
Systems Decision Plan
Dry standard cubic meter
Safe Drinking Water Act
State Enforcement Agreement
State/EPA Agreement
Surface, Environment, and Mining
Strategic Environmental Assessment System
Source Evaluation Board
Securities and Exchange Commission
Senior Enforcement Counsel (OECM)
Senior Environmental Employment
Socioeconomic Impact Analysis
Scanning Electron Microscope
Special Emphasis Program (OCR)
Senate Environment and Public Works Committee
Society for Epidemiologic Research
State Emergency Response Commission
Systems Enhancement Request Form
SES and Executive Resources Staff (OHRM)
Secondary Emissions Standard
Senior Executive Service
Socioeconomic Status
Site Enforcement Tracking System
K-68
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ACRONYMS
SETS
SF
SF
SF-52
SFA
SFFAS
SFIREG
SFO
SQL
SHORTZ
SHWL
SI
SI
SIBAC
SIC
SIC
SICEA
SIEFA
SIMS
SIP
SIRMO
SIS
SIS
SIS
SITE
SITS
SL
SLAMS
SLANG
SLAPS
SLD
SLPD
SLS
SLSM
SM/HD
SMCL
SMCRA
SME
SMO
Superfund Enforcement Tracking System
Standard Form
Superfund
SF-52 Personnel Management Tracking System
Spectral Flame Analyzers
Superfund Financial Assessment System
State FIFRA Issues Research and Evaluation Group (FIFRA)
Servicing Finance Office
Standard General Ledger
Short Term Terrain Model
Seasonal High Water Level
International Systems of Units
Spark Ignition
Simplified Intragovernmental Billing and Collection System
Standard Industrial Classification
Standard Industrial Code
Steel Industry Compliance Extension Act
Source Inventory Emission Factor Analysis
Secondary Ion-Mass Spectrometry
State Implementation Plan (CAA)
Senior Information Resources Management Officer
Science Integration Staff (OPTS)
Secretarial Information System
Stay in School
Superfund Innovative Technology Evaluation
Site Investigation Tracking System
Sick Leave
State/Local Air Monitoring Station
Selected Letter and Abbreviated Name Guide
St. Louis Air Pollution Study
Special Litigation Division (OECM)
State and Local Planning Division
Superfund Label System
Simple Line Source Model
Survey Meter and Historical Dosimetry Data Base
Secondary Maximum Contaminant Level
Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977
Subject Matter Expert
Sample Management Office
K-69
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SMSA
SNA
SNAAQS
SNAP
SNARL
SNAPS
SNC
SNUR
S02
SOC
SOCMA
SOCMI
SOP
SORTS!
SOTDAT
SOV
SOW
SOW
SOx
SPAD
SPAR
SPATS
SPCC
SPD
SPE
SPECS
SPF
SPHI
SPI
SPLMD
SPM
SPMS
SPMS
SPO
SPOC
SPS
SPS
SPSS
SPTS
Standard Metropolitan Statistical Area
System Network Architecture
Secondary National Ambient Air Quality Standards
Significant Noncompliance Action Program
Suggested No Adverse Response Level
Spill Notification and Response System
Significant Noncompliers
Significant New Use Rule (TSCA)
Sulfur Dioxide
Synthetic Organic Chemicals
Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturers Association
Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturing Industry
Standard Operating Procedures
Region 1 Source Test File
Source Test Data
Single Occupancy Vehicle
Scope of Work
Statement of Work
Sulfur Oxides
Special Programs and Analysis Division (OEA)
Status of Permit Application Report
Small Purchase Automated Tracking System
Spill Prevention, Containment and Countermeasures (CWA)
State Programs Division (OW)
Secondary Paniculate Emissions
Specifications
Structured Programming Facility
OSW Sludge Program-Health Impacts
Strategic Planning Initiative
Soil-pore Liquid Monitoring Device
Special Purpose Monitoring
Special Purpose Monitoring Stations
Strategic Planning and Management System
Servicing Personnel Officers
Single Points of Contact
Safety Plan System
State Permit System
Statistical Package for the Social Sciences
Small Purchase Tracking System
K-70
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ACEONYMS
SPUR
SQAO
SQBE
SQG
SRAP
SRC
SRM
SRU
SS
SS
SSA
SSAC
SSAN
SSC
SSCD
SSD
SSEIS
SSEIS
SSI
SS!S
SSMS
SSN
SSO
SSO
SSS
SST
SSURO
STALAPCO
STAPPA
STAR
STAR
STARA
STARS
STATUS
STDMS
STEL
STEM
STN
STORAGE
Software Package for Unique Reports
Reg 5 Toxics Monitoring System
Small Quantity Burner Exemption (RCRA)
Small Quantity Generator (RCRA)
Superfund Remedial Accomplishment Plan
Solvent Refined Coal
Standard Reference Method
System Resource Unit
Settleable Solids
Superfund Surcharge
Sole Source Aquifer
Soil Site Assimulated Capacity
Social Security Account Number
State Superfund Contracts: (OSWER)
Stationary Source Compliance Division (OA&R, RTP)
Standards Support Document
Standard Support and Environmental Impact Statement
Stationary Source Emissions and Inventory System
Size Selective Inlet
Store Stock Inventory/Accounting System
Spark Source Mass Spectroscopy
Social Security Number
Source Selection Official
Support Services Office
Strategic Studies Staff (OPPE)
Supersonic Transport
Stop Sale, Use and Removal Order (FIFRA)
State and Local Air Pollution Control Officials
State and Territorial Air Pollution Program Administrators
Stability Wind Rose
State Acid Rain Projects
Studies on Toxicity Applicable to Risk Assessment
Superfund Transactions Automated Retrieval System
Region 4 Status of GSA Orders
Sample Tracking and Data Management System
Short Term Exposure Limit
Scanning Transmission-Electron Microscopy
Scientific and Technical Information Network
CSSD-Cinci(EMSAC) Disk Storage Annual Report
K-71
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STORE!
STP
STP
SUP
SUPTRK
SURE
SV
SVE
SW
SWAG
SWC
SWDA
SWE
SWERD
SWETS
SWIE
SWMM
SWMU
SYSOP
T&A
T-R
TA
TACB
TAFPD
TALMS
TAMPER
TAMS
TAMTAC
TAO
TAP
TAPDS
TAPP
TAPPI
TAS
TAT
TBI
TBT
1C
1C
Storage and Retrieval of Water Quality Information
Sewage Treatment Plant
Standard Temperature and Pressure
Standard Unit of Processing
Superfund Site Tracking Information System
Sulfate Regional Experiment Program
Sampling Visit
Society of Vector Ecolegists
Slow Wave
Simulated Waste Access To Ground Water
Settlement With Conditions
Solid Waste Disposal Act
Society of Women Engineers
Solid Waste and Emergency Response Division (OGC)
Safe Water Enforcement Tracking
Southern Waste Information Exchange
Storm Water Management Model
Solid Waste Management Unit
Systems Operator
Time and Attendance
Transformer-Rec'rtifier
Travel Authorization
Texas Air Control Board
Technical Assessment and Fraud Prevention Division (OEA)
Tunable Atomic Line Molecular Spectroscopy
Anti-tampering and Fuel-switching Information System
Toxic Air Monitoring System
Toxic Air Monitoring Technical Advisory Committee
TSCA Assistance Office (OPTS)
Technical Assistance Program
Toxic Air Pollutant Data System
Time and Attendance, Personnel, Payroll
Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry
Terminal Access System
Technical Assistance Team
Throttle Body Injection Systems
Tributyltin
Target Concentration
Technical Center
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ACEONYMS
1C
TCAS
TCDD
TCOF
TCE
TCLP
TCM
TCM
TCP
TCP
TCP
TCRI
TCTS
TO
TOH
TDS
TDTOX
TOY
TEAM
TEC
TEG
TEGD
TEM
TEM
TEP
Term
TES
TEXIN
TFCS
TFMS
TFT
TFTE
TOO
THC
THM
Tl
TIBL
TIC
TIC
Toxic Concentration
Telephone Call Analysis System
Dioxin (Tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin)
Tetrachlorodibenzofurans
Trichloroethylene
Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure (RCRA)
Texas Climatofogical Model
Transportation Control Measure
Transportation Control Plan
Trichloroethylene
Trichtoropropane
Toxic Chemical Release Inventory
EMSL-Vegas Time Card Tracking System
Toxic Dose
Texas Department of Health
Total Dissolved Solids
Tetradichloroxylene
Temporary Duty
Total Exposure Assessment Methodology
Technical Evaluation Committee
Tetraethylene Glycol
Technical Enforcement Guidance Document
Texas Episodic Model
Transmission Electron Microscopy
Technical Evaluation Panel
Definition/Use
Technical Enforcement Support
Texas Intersection Air Quality Model
Treasury Financial Communications System
Treasury File Management System
Temporary Full Time
Temporary Full Time Equivalent
Total Gross Output
Total Hydrocarbons
Trihalomethane
Temporary Intermittent
Thermal Internal Boundary Layer
Technical Information Coordinator
Tentatively Identified Compounds
K-73
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ACRONYMS
TIM
TIP
TIS
TISE
TITC
TLD
UD
TLV
TMAC
7MC
TMI
TMIRAD
TMS
TNSS
TNT
TO
TO
TOA
TOC
TOC
TOPSY
TOT
TOX
TOXFLO
TPC
TPD
TPD
TPI
TPQ
TPSIS
TFTH
TPY
TQM
1R
TRAV
7RC
7RD
TRI
TRI
Technical Information Manager
Transportation Improvement Program
Technical Information Staff
Take It Somewhere Else (Solid Waste Syndrome. See NIMBY)
TSCA Interagency Testing Committee
Thermoluminescent Dosimetry Data Base
Toxics Litigation Division (OECM)
Threshold Limit Value
Time Accounting System
Travel Management Center
Three Mile Island
Three Mile Island Environmental Radiation
FMD Travel Management System
Region 7 TOSCA Neutral Selection
Trinitrotoluene
Task Order
Travel Order
Trace Organic Analysis
Total Organic Carbon
Total Organic Compound
Toxics and Pesticides Management System
Time-of-Travel
Tetradichloroxylene
Urban Wastewater Toxics Flow Model
Testing Priorities Committee
Technical Programs Division (ORD)
Toxics and Pesticide Division (ORD)
Technical Proposal Instructions
Threshold Planning Quantity
Transportation Planning Support Information System
Triphenyltinhydroxide
Tons per year
Total Quality Management
Transportation Request
Travel System
Technical Review Committee
Technical Resources Document
Toxic Chemical Release Inventory
Toxic Release Inventory
K-74
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ACRONYMS
TRIANA
TRIP
TRIS
TRLN
TRO
TRRP
TRS
TRSC
TS
TSA
TSC
TSC
TSCA
TSCATS
TSCC
TSD
TSD
TSD
TSDF
TSDF
TSDG
TSM
TSO
TSP
TSP
TSP
TSS
TSS
TSS
TSS
TSSMS
TTFA
TTHM
TTO
TTS
T7Y
TUCC
TV
TVA
Triana Medical Claims Information System
Toxic Release Inventory Program
Toxic Chemical Release Inventory System
Triangle Research Library Network
Temporary Restraining Order
Trends Report
Total Reduced Sulfur
Total Reduced Sulfur Compounds
Toxic Substances
Technical Systems Audit
Toxic Substances Coordinator
Transportation Systems Center
Toxic Substances Control Act
TSCA Test Submissions Database (OTS)
Toxic Substances Coordinating Committee
Technical Suport Division (OQAPS)
Technical Support Document
Treatment, Storage, and Disposal
Air Emissions from Treatment Storage and Disposal Facilities for Hazardous
Treatment, Storage & Disposal Facility (RCRA)
Toxic Substances Dialogue Group
Transportation System Management
Time Sharing Option
Teleprocessing Services Program
Thrift Savings Plan
Total Suspended Particulates
Technical Services Staff (OEA)
Terminal Security System
Total Suspended Solids
Technical Support Staff (OAR)
Time Sharing Services Management System
Target Transformation Factor Analysis
Total Trihalomethane
Total Toxic Organics
TRI Tracking System
Teletypewriter
Triangle University Computer Center
Travel Voucher
Tennessee Valley Authority
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TWA
TWC
TWMD
TZ
UAC
UAM
UAPSP
UAQI
UARG
UCC
UCL
UDMH
UEL
UFL
UIC
UICTS
UL
ULP
UMP
UMTA
UMTRCA
UN
UNAMAP
UNEP
UNESCO
UNDO
UPCONE
USA
USAO
USBM
USES
use
use
USCA
USDA
USDOI
USDW
USEPA
USFS
Time Weighted Authority
Texas Water Commission
Toxics and Waste Management Division (regional)
Treatment Zone
User Advisory Committee
Urban Airshed Model
Utility Acid Precipitation Study Program
Uniform Air Quality Index
Utility Air Regulatory Group
Ultra Clean Coal
Upper Control Limit
Unsymmetrical Dimethl Hydrazine
Upper Explosive Limit
Upper Flammabilfty Limit
Underground Injection Control (SDWA)
UIC Tracking System
Underwriter's Laboratories
Unfair Labor Practice
Upward Mobility Program
Urban Mass Transportation Administration
Uranium Mill Tailings Radiation Control Act
United Nations
Users' Network for Applied Modeling of Air Pollution
United Nations Environment Program
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
United National Industrial Development Organization
Upconing of a Salt-Water/Fresh Water Interface Below A Pumping well
United States Attorney
United States Attorney's Office
United States Bureau of Mines
United States Bureau of Standards
Unified Soil Classification
United States Code
United States Code Annotated
United States Department of Agriculture
United States Department of the Interior
Underground Source of Drinking Water
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
United States Forest Service
K-76
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ACRONYMS
USGS
USNRC
USPHS
USPS
UST
UTM
UTP
UV
UZM
VA
VALLEY
VAN
VAT
VBOK
VCEM
VCM
VDT
VE
VEO
VMS
VHT
VIEW
VISTA
VISTTA
VKT
VLIB
VMAL
VMT
VOC
VOLSTORAGE
VOS
VOST
VP
VSAM
VSD
VSI
VSPC
VSS
VSS
United States Geological Survey (DOI)
United Sates Nuclear Regulatory Commission
United States Public Health Service
United States Postal Service
Underground Storage Tank
Universal Transverse Mercator
Urban Transportation Planning
Ultraviolet
Unsaturated Zone Monitoring
Veterans Administration
Meteorological Model to Calculate Concentrations on Elevated Terrain
HERL-RTP Van System
Value Added Tax
EMSL-Vegas Library Book System
EMSL-Vegas Chemical Inventory
Vinyl Chloride Monomer
Video Display Terminal
Visual Emissions
Visible Emission Observation
Vertical and Horizontal Spread Model
Vehicle-Hours of Travel
Visibility Investigative Experiment in the West
Employee I.D. No. Data Entry at Parklawn Computer Center.
Visibility Impairment from Sulfur Transform. & Transport in the Atmosphere
Vehicle Kilometers Traveled
EMSL-Vegas Library Inventory
EMSL-Vegas Mail List
Vehicle Miles Traveled
Volatile Organic Compounds
Volatile Organic Liquid Storage Facilities
Vehicle Operating Survey
Volatile Organic Sampling Train
Vapor Pressure
Virtual Storage Access Method
Virtually Safe Dose
Visual Site Inspection
EMSL-Vegas Species System
Volatile Suspended Solids
Voucher and Scheduling System
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ACRONYMS
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P
WA
WACO
WADTF
WAP
WASP
WATER
WATQ
WB
WB
WBC
WBC
WBE
WCC
WCED
WD
WDROP
WED
WED
WENDB
WERL
WESPDOSE2
WFPM
WG
WG
WGI
WHO
WHO-WMO
WHWT
WIC
WICEM
WISE
WL
WL
WLA/TMDL
WLD
WLM
WMD
WMD
WMED
Work Assignment
Region 7 NPDES Water Compliance System
Western Atmospheric Deposition Task Force
Waste Analysis Plan (RCRA)
Water Quality Analysis Simulation Program, Version 3.1
Economic Analysis of Water Supply
Region 2 Water Quality Analysis Graphics System
Wet Bulb
World Bank
White Blood Cells
Whole-Body Count and Bioassay
Women's Business Enterprise
Washington Computer Center
World Commission on Environment and Development
Water Division (OGC)
Distribution Register of Organic Pollutants in Water
Water Enforcement Division (OECM)
Women's Equality Day
Water Enforcement National Data Base
Water Engineering Research Laboratory (ORD)
High Level Radioactive Waste Risk Model Environmental Pathways
Western Fine Participate Monitoring
Wage Grade
Work Group
Within Grade Increase
World Health Organization (UN)
International Air Data Base
Water and Hazardous Waste Team
Washington Information Center
World Industry Conference on Environmental Management
Women in Science and Engineering
Warning Letter
Working Levels
Wasteload Allocation/Total Maximum Daily Load
Water and Land Division (ORD)
Working Level Months
Waste Management Division (ORD)
Water Management Division (Regional)
Waste Management and Economics Division (OSWER)
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WMO
WMS
WOW
WP
WPC
WPCF
WPD
WPI
WPO
WPPISDC
WQM4
WQMSGL
WRC
WRC
WRDA
WRI
WRS
WS
WS
WSAP
WSF
WSM
WSRA
WSSM
WSTB
WSVS
WTPS
wrs
WTSHRD
WWEMA
WWF
WWMMRD
WWMS
WWTP
YTD
ZBB
ZHE
ZOI
ZRL
World Meteorological Organization
Workforce Management Staff (OHRM)
We-Cycle Office Wastepaper
Water Pollution Lab Performance Evaluation Studies
Word Processing Center
Water Pollution Control Federation
Water Planning Division (OW)
Wholesale Price Index
Water Policy Office (OW)
Wisconsin Power Plant Impact Study Data Center
Region 4 Water Quality Modeling
Water Quality Modeling System for the Great Lakes
Water Resources Congress
Water Resources Council
Water Resources Development Act
World Resources Institute
Reg 5 ADP Workload Reporting System
Water Supply Evaluation Studies Lab Performance
Work Status
Weighted Sensitivity Analysis Program
Water Soluble Fraction
Waterside Mall
Wild and Scenic Rivers Act
Water Supply Simulation Model
Water Science and Technology Board
Region 2 Water Supply Violation Assessment Graphics System
Water, Toxics and Pesticides Staff (ORD)
HPOB Automated Workload Management System
Water and Toxic Substances Health Research Division (ORD)
Waste and Wastewater Equipment Manufacturers Association
World Wildlife Fund
Water and Waste Management Monitoring Research Division (ORD)
Water and Waste Management Staff (ORD)
Wastewater Treatment Plant
Year to Date
Zero Base Budgeting
Zero Headspace Extractor
Zone of Incorporation
Zero Risk Level
K-79
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