Environmental & Related News

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Oregon DEQ Issues $5,397 Penalty for Underground Storage Tank Violations
Source: Oregon DEQ (December 27, 2011)

Oregon DEQ Seeks Comments on Cleanup of Gasoline-Contaminated Groundwater in Lake Oswego
Source: Oregon DEQ (December 21, 2011)

Pennsylvania DEP Announces $1 Million Grant for Electric Car Charging Stations at Turnpike Service Plazas
Source: Pennsylvania DEP (December 14, 2011)

Pennsylvania DEP Issues Technical Guidance on Natural Gas Vehicle Conversion Systems
Source: Pennsylvania DEP (December 1, 2011)

OSHA Releases New Tire Charts to Help Workers Safely Service Single-Piece and Multi-Piece Rim Wheels
Source: U.S. Department of Labor/OSHA (November 30, 2011)

Kentucky School Launches Alternative Fuels Lab
Source: Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet (November 29, 2011)

Missouri DNR Awards $635,000 in Scrap Tire Grants for Playground Projects in Joplin
Source: Missouri DNR (November 28, 2011)

CARB Announces Groundbreaking Advanced Clean Car Rules
Source: California Air Resources Board (November 16, 2011)

Former Owners of Arizona Truck Stop to Pay $80,000 for Violating Hazardous Waste Laws
Source: U.S. EPA, Region 9 (November 15, 2011)

Two Northeast Ohio Gas Station Owners to Pay Penalties for Air Pollution Control Violations
Source: Ohio EPA (November 3, 2011)

Contamination at Oregon Gas Station Site Results in $28,961 in Penalties
Source: Oregon DEQ (November 3, 2011)

Pennsylvania DEP Fines Salvage Company Over $34,000 for Waste Violations, Including Improper Storage of Waste Tires
Source: Pennsylvania DEP (October 28, 2011)

New Hampshire School Bus Company Pays Penalty for Violations Oil Pollution Prevention Regulations
Source: U.S. EPA, Region 1 (October 27, 2011)

Massachusetts Gas Station Owner to Pay $200,000 to Settle Allegations of Failure to Report Oil Spill
Source: Massachusetts DEP (October 27, 2011)

Underground Storage Tank Violations Result in $85,750 Penalty for Hawaii Gas Station Owner
Source: Hawaii Department of Health (October 26, 2011)

Inspected UST Facilities in Oregon Show Nearly 90 Percent Compliance
Source: Oregon DEQ (October 25, 2011)

Hawaii Department of Health Assesses $73,900 Penalty to Maui Towing/Recycling Company for Solid Waste Violations
Source: Hawaii Department of Health (October 25, 2011)

Scottsdale Business to Pay $14,901 Penalty to Resolve Underground Storage Tank Violations
Source: Arizona DEQ (October 24, 2011)

California DTSC Recognizes Bay Area Auto Repair Facilities for Pollution Prevention
California DTSC Recognizes Contra Costa County Auto Repair Facilities for Pollution Prevention
Source: California DTSC (October 21, 2011)

OSHA Cites Texas-Based Jiffy Lube Operator for Repeated Slip and Fall Hazards, Other Violations
Source: U.S. Department of Labor/OSHA (October 20, 2011)

EPA Celebrates 25th Anniversary of EPCRA
Source: U.S. EPA (October 17, 2011)

OSHA Cites Tenneco Automotive for Exposing Workers to Hexavalent Chromium and Other Hazards, Proposes $90,000 in Fines
Source: U.S. Department of Labor/OSHA (October 13, 2011)

Missouri DNR Offers Scrap Tire Grants for Tracks, Trails, Surfacing Projects and Playgrounds
Source: Missouri DNR (October 12, 2011)

Vermont Oil Distributor Settles Clean Water Act Violations
Source: U.S. EPA (October 11, 2011)

Pennsylvania Remediation Project Recovers 50,000 Waste Tires
Source: Pennsylvania DEP (October 7, 2011)

U.S. Attorney's Office Files Charges in Scheme to Sell Over $9 Million in Fraudulent Renewal Fuel Credits
Source: U.S. Attorney's Office, Maryland (October 3, 2011)

OSHA Cites Wheel Repair Facility in Texas for Exposing Workers to Multiple Safety Hazards
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA (September 29, 2011)

U.S. Files Lawsuit for Alleged Clean Air Act Violations Involving Import of Over 24,000 Uncertified Vehicles
Source: U.S. EPA (September 29, 2011)

OSHA Extends Comment Period on Proposed Revisions to Occupational Injury/Illness Tracking and Reporting Requirements
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA (September 28, 2011)

New Mexico Seeks Public Assistance to Prevent Tire Dumping
Source: New Mexico Environment Department (September 27, 2011)

Multiple Violations of UST Regulations Result in Cease and Desist Order for Six Kentucky Gasoline Stations
Source: Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet (September 22, 2011)

New Jersey DEP Receives Federal Grant for Electric Vehicle Charging Network
Source: New Jersey DEP (September 22, 2011)

Massachusetts Reaches Settlement on Fraudulent Air Emissions Inspections
Source: Massachusetts DEP(September 22, 2011)

Northeast Ohio Gas Station Owner to Pay Penalties for Air Pollution Control Violations
Source: Ohio EPA (September 21, 2011)

U.S. Army Base Fined for Banned Motor Vehicle Waste Disposal Wells
Source: U.S. EPA, Region 10 (September 19, 2011)

Oregon DEQ Completes Cleanup of Former Gas Station in Yamhill
Source: Oregon DEQ (September 13, 2011)

Truck Body Manufacturer to Replace Use of Solvent and Pay $11,021 Penalty for Hazardous Waste Violations
Source: U.S. EPA, Region 7 (September 13, 2011)

Yorba Linda Auto Service Receives Recognition from State of California for Pollution Prevention
Rizzoli's Automotive Receives Recognition from State of California for Pollution Prevention
Riverside County Fleet Services-Hemet Receives Recognition from State of California for Pollution Prevention
Source: California DTSC (August 29, 2011)

Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation Announces Pollution Prevention Partnership Workshops
Source: TDEC (August 22, 2011)

Cleanup of Petroleum-Contaminated Soil Begins at Former Truck Shop in Oregon
Source: Oregon DEQ (August 22, 2011)

Natomas Automotive Receives Recognition from State of California for Pollution Prevention
Brea Auto Body Receives Recognition from State of California for Pollution Prevention
Easy Automotive Receives Recognition from State of California for Pollution Prevention
Source: California DTSC (August 22, 2011)

Texas Gas Station Owner Sentenced to Two Years Probation, $60,000 Fine for Submitting False Information
Source: TCEQ (August 18, 2011)

Vermont Oil Company Fined After State Inspections of Underground Storage Tanks
Source: Vermont DEC (August 17, 2011)

OSHA Cites Battery Manufacturer for Exposing Workers to Lead; Fines Total $97,000
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA (August 16, 2011)

Oregon DEQ Fines Atlas Towing, Inc., $9,110 for Operating Without Stormwater Discharge Permit
Source: Oregon DEQ (August 15, 2011)

EPA Seeks Input on Development of Drinking Water Perchlorate Regulation
Source: U.S. EPA (August 12, 2011)

EPA Orders Auto Battery Recycling Company to Reduce Air, Water Pollution at Puerto Rico Facility
Source: U.S. EPA, Region 2 (August 10, 2011)

Missouri DNR Awards Scrap Tire Grants to Nonprofit Organizations
Source: Missouri DNR (August 3, 2011)

EPA Takes Action Against Buffalo Area Gas Station Owner to Protect Ground Water
Source: U.S. EPA, Region 2 (August 3, 2011)

One Million Pounds of Scrap Tires Removed in Latest Alabama Cleanup
Source: Alabama DEM (August 1, 2011)

OSHA Cites Monro Muffler Brake After Worker Injured in Fire at Hyannis, Mass., Location; Proposed Fines Total $184,000
Source: U.S. Department of Labor/OSHA (August 1, 2011)

U.S. EPA and Department of Justice Announce $2.55 Million Settlement with Caterpillar Inc. on Clean Air Act Violations
Source: U.S. EPA (July 28, 2011)

Chevron Puerto Rico, LLC, Agrees to Improve Leak Detection at Puerto Rico Gas Stations
Source: U.S. EPA, Region 2 (July 26, 2011)

New Jersey Gas Station Site Transformed into Rain Garden
Source: New Jersey DEP (July 26, 2011)

California Air Resources Board Approves $40 Million in Additional Funding for Clean Vehicles
Source: CARB (July 21, 2011)

Safety-Kleen Systems Facility in St. Charles, Mo., to Pay $26,782 Penalty for Community Right-to-Know Violations
Source: U.S. EPA, Region 7 (July 11, 2011)

Underground Storage Tank Violation Results in $50,000 Penalty from Hawaii Department of Health
Source: Hawaii DOH (July 8, 2011)

EPA Proposes Safeguards for Hazardous Waste Recycling
Source: U.S. EPA (July 6, 2011)

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Installed in Visitor Parking Area at Arizona DEQ
Source: Arizona DEQ (June 29, 2011)

EPA Finalizes E15 Pump Labeling Requirements
Source: U.S. EPA (June 28, 2011)

OSHA Launches Interactive Web Site to Help Employers Better Comply with Recordkeeping Rule
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA (June 28, 2011)

Oregon Gas Station Owners/Operators Pay $30,000 Penalty for Failing to Check Tanks for Leaks
Source: U.S. EPA, Region 10 (June 23, 2011)

EPA Announces Timeline for Reconsideration of Air Toxics Standards for Boilers and Certain Incinerators
Source: U.S. EPA (June 24, 2011)

Saginaw County, Michigan, to Use Scrap Tires for Road Projects
Source: Michigan DNRE (June 22, 2011)

Connecticut DEP Launches Online Training for Generators of Hazardous Waste
Source: Connecticut DEP (June 20, 2011)

New Hampshire DES Recognizes White Mountain Auto Brokers for Environmental Achievement
Source: New Hampshire DES (June 16, 2011)

Vehicle Parts Facility in North Portland Fined $9,135 for Operating Without Required Permit
Source: Oregon DEQ (June 14, 2011)

Free Training Offered for Owners, Operators of Regulated Underground Storage Tanks in South Dakota
Source: South Dakota DENR (June 10, 2011)

Clean Vehicle Rebates Prove Popular with California Consumers
Source: California Air Resources Board (June 7, 2011)

OSHA Cites Automotive Parts Manufacturer for Willful, Repeat Violations; Proposes More Than $179,000 in Fines
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA (June 6, 2011)

CalRecycle Grants Encourage Local Governments to Buy Recycled Tire Products
Source: CalRecycle (June 6, 2011)

OSHA Launches National Survey on Employers' Safety and Health Practices to Help Guide Future Rules, Compliance, Outreach
Source: U.S. Department of Labor (May 23, 2011)

Ohio EPA Removes Underground Injection Permit Requirements for Some Small Businesses
Source: Ohio EPA (May 19, 2011)

OSHA Fines Total $49,000 in Citing Auto Parts Company for 20 Safety and Health Violations
Source: U.S. Department of Labor (May 11, 2011)

Poulsbo, Wash., Gas Station Agrees to Pay Over $11,000 for Failure to Monitor Underground Fuel Tanks
Source: U.S. EPA, Region 10 (May 5, 2011)

DEQ Seeks Comments on Proposed Approval of Tank Cleanup at Former Service Station
Source: Oregon DEQ (May 4, 2011)

DEP Issues Air Quality Plan Approval for Paint Spraying Facility
Source: Pennsylvania DEP (April 29, 2011)

Five Washington Gas Stations Fined Over $8,000 for Violating Federal Air Rules on Tribal Lands
Source: U.S. EPA, Region 10 (April 22, 2011)

Portland Property Owner Penalized for Violations Associated with Underground Storage Tanks
Source: Oregon DEQ (April 22, 2011)

Alabama Department of Environmental Management Announces $240,000 Project to Utilize Recycled Scrap Tires at Montgomery Riverwalk
Source: ADEM (April 21, 2011)

DNREC Issues $31,500 Penalty Order to Merit Oil of Delaware for Storage Tank and Air Quality Violations
Source: DNREC (April 15, 2011)

Underground Storage Tank Violations at Delaware Gas Station Result in $36,250 Penalty Order
Source: DNREC (April 15, 2011)

Kansas Department of Health and Environment Announces Tire Recycling Grant Recipients
Source: KDHE (April 14, 2011)

CalRecycle Awards Grants to Pave Roads with Recycled Tires
Source: CalRecycle (April 14, 2011)

Oregon Underground Storage Tank Violations Result in $6,365 Penalty
Source: Oregon DEQ (April 4, 2011)

Arkansas DEQ Schedules Compliance Workshops for Auto Salvage Yard Operators
Source: Arkansas DEQ (March 30, 2011)

Tire and Battery Retailer Assessed $3,500 Penalty for Violating Hazardous Waste Management Requirements
Source: Massachusetts DEP (March 28, 2011)

MassDEP Issues $2,800 Penalty Related to Paint Spray Booth, Air Pollution Control and Hazardous Waste Violations
Source: Massachusetts DEP (March 25, 2011)

Pennsylvania DEP Announces Tire Pile Cleanup Projects
Source: Pennsylvania DEP (March 25, 2011)

Massachusetts Car Dealership Assessed $18,000 Penalty for Violating Environmental Requirements
Source: Massachusetts DEP (March 23, 2011)

Montana DEQ Accepting Public Comments on Proposed Underground Storage Tank Facility in Billings
Source: Montana DEQ (March 14, 2011)

DNREC to Hold Public Meetings on Delaware Universal Recycling Law in March
Source: Delaware NREC (March 8, 2011)

Former EPA Fugitive Receives Felony Senence for Falsifying Vehicle Emission Test Reports
Source: U.S. EPA (March 3, 2011)

OSHA Proposes $75,000 in Fines to Pep Boys Location for Machine Guarding and Electrical Hazards
Source: U.S. Department of Labor/OSHA (March 3, 2011)

CARB Distributes Reminder of New/Lower Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Standards
Source: California Air Resources Board (February 28, 2011)

EPA Approves New Coolant for Car Air Conditioning Systems
Source: U.S. EPA (February 28, 2011)

OSHA Timeline Highlights 40 Years of Healthier Workers, Safer Workplaces
Source: U.S. Department of Labor/OSHA (February 24, 2011)

K&K Auto Care Receives California Recognition for Pollution Prevention
Source: California DTSC (February 23, 2011)

Two Louisianans Arrested on Felony Counts for Waste Tire Violations
Source: Louisiana DEQ (February 17, 2011)

OSHA Issues Enforcement Guidance on Personal Protective Equipment
Source: U.S. Department of Labor/OSHA (February 15, 2011)

Supermarket Chain Faces EPA Violations Including Failure to File Chemical Inventory Forms for Gasoline, Diesel Fuel
Source: U.S. EPA, Region 1 (February 15, 2011)

Montana DEQ Schedules Classes and Tests for Underground Storage Tank Professionals
Source: Montana DEQ (February 14, 2011)

Western Massachusetts Tire and Auto Service Company Penalized $50,000 for Environmental Violations at its Eight Facilities
Source: Massachusetts DEP (February 7, 2011)

St. Charles Business Referred to Missouri Attorney General for Underground Storage Tank Violations
Source: Missouri DNR (February 7, 2011)

North Dakota Auto Recyclers Encouraged to Remove Mercury Switches
Source: North Dakota DoH (February 7, 2011)

Michigan Man Sentenced in Fraud Case Related to Underground Storage Tanks
Source: Michigan DNRE (January 25, 2011)

Missouri DNR Tire Cleanup Effort Surpasses 16 Million Tires
Source: Missouri DNR (January 21, 2011)

OSHA Withdraws Proposed Interpretation on Occupational Noise
Source: U.S. Department of Labor/OSHA (January 19, 2011)

Louisiana DEQ Offers Free Workshops to Assist Body Shops in Understanding EPA 6H Rule
Source: Louisiana DEQ (January 18, 2011)

New Wisconsin Law Bans Oil Filters and Absorbents from Landfills
Source: Wisconsin DNR (January 11, 2011)

Oregon DEQ Issues $2,262 Penalty for Burning Tires
Source: Oregon DEQ (January 3, 2011)