Tag: Stormwater
Avoiding Stormwater Pollution Due to Ice and Snow
As snow melts, it is considered stormwater runoff, transporting road salt, sand litter, and other pollutants into surface water or through soil leading to groundwater, polluting waterways and drinking water supplies. But of course, making walking and driving areas safe is of high importance. Is it possible to maintain stormwater runoff quality while at the […]
Emerging Treatment Stormwater Best Management Practices for Roadways
1. Ecology embankment. Also known as bioslopes, ecology embankments are modified filter strips that contain a soil mix to improve water quality, reduce runoff volume, and reduce erosion frequency. They are easily incorporated into standard fill slopes, are well proven and field tested, are nonproprietary, and largely last the life of the roadway. 2. Permeable […]
Top 10 Articles from Environmental Daily Advisor
EPA Inspection Cheat SheetIt’s a great time to take a look at your facility’s environmental compliance standing. Could you be up for an inspection from EPA this year? If so, you can cheat a little—legally—by being prepared and knowing what to expect. 10 Steps to Get Rolling on a Recycling Program for Universal Waste Lamps […]
Supreme Court taking up water cases
How to Obtain the No Exposure Exclusion from Stormwater Permitting
Do You Need an Industrial Stormwater Permit? Find Out In 3 Simple Steps
Let’s Get Ready to Sample! Prepping for the Sampling Process Under an Industrial Stormwater General Permit
5 Tips for Employee SWPPP Training
Inspectors Maintenance personnel ALL members of your Pollution Prevention Team Your training should cover the contents of your facility stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP), control measures implemented to achieve compliance with applicable discharge requirements, spill containment and cleanup procedures, maintenance, monitoring, inspection, planning, reporting, and documentation requirements. Sounds like a lot, right? Here are 5 […]
