U.S. EPA National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)

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U.S. EPA National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)

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Water pollution degrades surface waters making them unsafe for drinking, fishing, swimming, and other activities. As authorized by the Clean Water Act, the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program controls water pollution by regulating point sources that discharge pollutants into waters of the United States. Point sources are discrete conveyances such as pipes or man-made ditches. The site contains technical and regulatory information about the NPDES permit program. The NPDES Permits Program consists of a number of programs and initiatives.

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U.S. EPA Water Sense / Efficiency

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U.S. EPA Water Sense / Efficiency

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WaterSense, a partnership program sponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, makes it easy for Americans to save water and protect the environment. Look for the WaterSense label to choose quality, water-efficient products. Many products are available, and don't require a change in your lifestyle. Explore the links below to learn about WaterSense labeled products, saving water, and how businesses and organizations can partner with WaterSense.

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U.S. EPA Office of Wastewater Management

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U.S. EPA Office of Wastewater Management

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The United States Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Wastewater Management (OWM) oversees a range of programs contributing to the well-being of the nation's waters and watersheds. Through its programs and initiatives, OWM promotes compliance with the requirements of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act.

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Low Impact Development - Surfrider Foundation

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Low Impact Development - Surfrider Foundation

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A longish article and resources list regarding low impact development and effects on water systems.

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Low Impact Development (LID) Kitsap County, Washington

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Low Impact Development (LID) Kitsap County, Washington

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Low Impact Development (LID): to reduce runoff volume by infiltrating rainfall water to groundwater, evaporating rainwater back to the atmosphere after a storm and finding beneficial uses for water rather than exporting it as a waste product down storm sewers – resulting in less surface runoff and less pollution damage to lakes, streams and coastal waters. Kitsap LID is dedicated to helping builders and homeowners find the best way to lessen their impact on the environment. If you don't see what you're looking for here on our site, please contact us and we'll find the answer you seek!

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peswiki: Low Impact Hydro

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peswiki: Low Impact Hydro

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Directory of low-impact hydroelectric technologies and related resources.

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Low Impact Development (LID) (Massachusetts)

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Low Impact Development (LID) (Massachusetts)

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Low Impact Development (LID) is a more sustainable land development approach that begins with a site planning process that first identifies critical natural resource areas for preservation. Development patterns based on conventional zoning codes in Massachusetts often result in "sprawl" with its associated large impervious areas, loss of natural resources and habitat, increase in nonpoint source pollution, and alteration of hydrologic systems.

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