EPAProposed Rule
Effluent Limitation Guidelines, Pretreatment Standards, and New Source Performance Standards: Centralized Waste Treatment Category; Reopening of Comment Period; [W-98-21-CWT-PRO-DCN-18-1-1]
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Summary
The EPA is reopening public comments on rules that control pollution from waste treatment facilities that handle hazardous and other waste materials. These facilities must meet stricter pollution limits to protect air and water quality, and this reopening allows the public another chance to weigh in on these environmental protections.
Key Points
- 1The EPA is updating pollution limits for centralized waste treatment plants, which are facilities that collect and process waste from multiple sources
- 2The new standards set stricter limits on harmful chemicals and pollutants that can be released into water and air from these treatment operations
- 3The agency is reopening the comment period, meaning the public, businesses, and other groups can submit their opinions before the final rule is decided
- 4These rules affect waste treatment companies and industries that send waste to these facilities, potentially requiring upgrades to their pollution control equipment
- 5The goal is to reduce environmental contamination and protect drinking water and ecosystems from toxic waste byproducts
Key Dates
Published
December 18, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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