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Acronym Directory available on DEQ website - December 16, 2013
The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality has compiled a list of commonly used environmental acronyms and it is now available on the DEQ website. Understanding the technical terms and abbreviations connected with environmental regulation and protection can be difficult. The Acronym Directory is an alphabetical list of acronyms commonly used by DEQ and other state agencies as it relates to matters concerning environmental protection and DEQ-related operations. This directory should make it easier to decipher documents and technical writing
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Water Control Law
Established in Louisiana Revised Statutes, Title 30, Chapter 4, Section 2071 et seq. (Louisiana Water Control Law). Declares waters of the state of Louisiana are among the state's most important natural resources and their continued protection and safeguard is of vital concern to the citizens of this state. To insure the proper protection and maintenance of the state's waters, authorizes adoption of a system to control and regulate the discharge of waste materials, pollutants, and other substances into the waters of the state.
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CAFO and/or agricultural production data
A Louisiana Department Of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF) program which compiles Animal Feeding Operations Data for poultry, cattle and swine farms operations and facilities. The data collected on this facilities can be used to assist in the establishment and sustainment of healthy environmental conditions statewide. Focus is on improved nutrient management through coordinated efforts by regulated facilities and agencies. Statewide census of animal populations are identified at the website.
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What happens if I feel the rule should be contested later?
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Air Enforcement
LDEQ Air Enforcement, Air Regulations, Title V
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Monthly Regulation Changes 2022
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Washington Parish School Board must institute asbestos handling training - November 03, 2014
U.S. Attorney Kenneth A. Polite announced today that his office has agreed to defer prosecution on the bill of information it filed against the Washington Parish School Board ("school board") charging it with a felony violation of the Clean Air Act for failing to notify the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality of the 2011 demolition of the Old Pine High School which contained regulated asbestos containing material.
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Can I review the proposed regulation without buying it?
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When can the comments be sent?
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Asbestos Accreditation
Find asbestos accreditation requirements, approved training, and certification guidance to ensure safe work practices and compliance with state regulations.
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How can LDEQ be responsible for cleaning up the contamination without oversight from an outside higher ranking agency such as the EPA?
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Informational Materials from LDEQ Listening Session on HR 231-Voluntary Compliance Audit Program Study - September 05, 2019
Informational Materials from LDEQ Listening Session on HR 231-Voluntary Compliance Audit Program Study
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DEQ Enviroschool to host workshops on air quality policy - August 31, 2015
The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality Enviroschool is providing free training workshops for communities, businesses, and other organizations that will give an understanding of DEQ air policies. For several decades, LDEQ has added several "Air Policy" requirements in which our written regulations do not provide clear monitoring for demonstrating compliance. These policy sets are used for various control devices such as filters, scrubbers, cyclones and non-NSPS Flares, etc. This class will explain the regulatory basis that allows DEQ to add these requirements, and provides some insight into when a permit writer would add them to a permit. It also discusses the intent of the requirement and what it's trying to accomplish. These regulations can be modified to meet a specific facility's equipment. The session also provides additional information regarding stack testing.
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Enforcement & Remediation Section
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Can I get a refund if I submitted an NOI with payment, but no construction took place?
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DEQ to host free training sessions on air permitting - March 11, 2014
DEQ will host four free training sessions across the state on Air Permitting 201: Understanding the Details. These sessions will provide more in depth information on air permitting in Louisiana. Participants will learn how the air regulations apply to the development of a permit. Specific examples will be discussed and will cover samples of each typical document included in the permits.
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Does LDEQ approve the installation of the OPW Loop System?
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Individual Sewage Treatment
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Act 633 (Waste Tire Regulations)
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Asbestos and Lead Workshop to be hosted by DEQ - May 10, 2012
The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality will present a free asbestos and lead workshop on May 23. The purpose of the workshop is to provide a summary of the rule revisions of the asbestos regulations, an overview any new lead-based paint activities revisions if they are still being considered by the legislature and issues encountered by DEQ staff this past year. Guest speaker, Glenn Gomes, M.D., will talk about the medical consequences of asbestos exposure. There will be a question-and-answer period. This workshop is open to the public.