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States` attitudes on the use of bioremediation

Conference ·
OSTI ID:490916
 [1];  [2]
  1. DEVO Enterprises, Inc., Washington, DC (United States)
  2. Biorenewal Technologies, Inc., Madison, WI (United States)
Results from a telephone survey of state government program coordinators and representatives from companies performing full-scale bioremediation shows differences among states in the use and degree of acceptance of bioremediation for environmental cleanup. The survey also found that states vary in the potential future direction of regulatory activity concerning bioremediation. The survey focused primarily on underground storage tank (UST) cleanups. Diminishing state UST cleanup funds have provided the impetus for many states to consider alternative cost-effective measures in order to continue with cleanups. In recent years, more than 30 states have either implemented programs that consider the cost-effectiveness of various cleanup measures, or are considering adoption of programs that are founded on risk-based corrective action. Less than a dozen states were considered as having made significant strides in innovative technology utilization. Forums whereby state groups can exchange ideas and experiences associated with the practical application of bioremediation will facilitate this nationwide movement towards cost-effective cleanup.
OSTI ID:
490916
Report Number(s):
CONF-950483--; ISBN 1-57477-007-1
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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