The 2024 Region 15 Summer Meeting will take place in Columbia, SC, from May 31st to June 1st. Registration details will be available in the Spring Issue of Hemalina and on Region15daylily.org. Hosted by the Region 15 Leadership Team, the event includes garden tours at Walt and Elaine Tyler Garden, P

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This research project led by Laura Gibbons focuses on generalizing findings from the Adult Changes in Thought (ACT) study in a Seattle integrated health delivery system to all older adults in the region. By comparing ACT participants with the current Seattle area population and using survey weights

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The study titled "Melting Point Situations de vulnérabilité, accès et recours aux soins de première ligne en Région de Bruxelles-Capitale" delves into the challenges faced in the Cureghem neighborhood, focusing on issues like social problems, precarious living conditions, and barriers to health

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Climate justice and the impact on disadvantaged communities are key environmental issues addressed by Adriana Espinoza, Deputy Commissioner for Equity & Justice in US EPA Region 2. The initiative identifies and prioritizes disadvantaged communities based on multiple criteria, including environmental

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Explore the environmental initiatives and regulations in West Pinal County, focusing on air quality control measures for PM10 nonattainment areas. Details include the State Implementation Plan, construction dust control requirements, training and certifications, and general fugitive dust regulations

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This detailed guide provides an overview of the End Point Assessment (EPA) process for apprenticeships, including timelines, requirements, and key steps such as project presentation, vocational competence discussion, and scenario evaluation. It covers aspects like completing the apprenticeship, Gate

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The 3rd Joint Environment and Risk Management Platform, led by the US EPA Region 9, focuses on safeguarding environmental health in the US Affiliated Pacific Islands. The initiative aims to address deficiencies in water infrastructure, waste management, and hazardous waste sites. A new Circuit Rider

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EPA's PFAS Strategic Roadmap, initiated by Administrator Michael Regan, outlines key actions from 2021-2024 to safeguard public health and the environment from Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS). It includes a comprehensive approach, timelines, and support for state efforts. PFAS are a group

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The Sangam Age in Tamil Nadu saw a diverse society divided into regions based on landscape, with distinct occupations and deities. People in the Kurinji region were hunters, Mullai region herded animals, Marudham region focused on agriculture, Neydal region engaged in fishing, and Palai region strug

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Farmer Herb is seeking advice to decide which type of lavender to grow in the Loess Hills region. The options include French Lavender, Fern Leaf Lavender, English Lavender, and Spanish Lavender. Each type has specific soil and climate requirements, with hardiness zones varying. The decision should c

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This paper examines the impact of sanctions on trade dynamics in the Eurasian region, highlighting the rise of exports to CCA3 countries and the decline in Russia's export share. The study emphasizes the significance of the increased exports to CCA3 and the implications for Russia's imports from dif

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EPA is developing the Cleaner Trucks Initiative to tackle NOx emissions from new heavy-duty trucks. The ANPR was signed to gather feedback, with plans for NPRM in late Spring 2020. The program aims for nationwide emissions reductions through aligning with CARB, modernizing requirements, and enhancin

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This informative content presents the paravertebral region and the muscles of the neck, including the scalene muscles (posterior, medius, and anterior). It covers the origin, insertion, nerve supply, and actions of these muscles, providing a clear understanding of their functions. Additionally, it d

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Economic diversification in the Gulf region is crucial for sustainable growth and development. Productive capacities, defined as the resources and capabilities enabling countries to produce goods and services, play a key role. Economic diversification involves shifting towards a varied structure of

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The prevertebral region in the neck extends from the 1st cervical vertebra to the upper two thoracic vertebrae. It includes structures like prevertebral and paravertebral muscles, cervical plexus, sympathetic chains, and large vessels. The prevertebral muscles, including rectus capitis anterior and

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The EPA operates air quality monitoring stations across the United States, utilizing a cloud-based system with secure connections. Data from these stations, though lagging, covers various substrates like CO, Ozone, and Wind Speed. Users can access monitored parameters, set up the EPA API with a key

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Pesticide devices, as defined by FIFRA, play a crucial role in trapping, destroying, repelling, or mitigating pests or plant and animal life. While not required to be registered with the EPA, these devices are regulated under FIFRA sections 2(q)(1), 7, and 8, with specific labeling and packaging req

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Oceania is a region made up of thousands of islands with major land areas including Australia, New Zealand, and New Guinea. The physical makeup consists of continental islands, high islands, and low islands. Key landmarks like the Great Barrier Reef and glaciers in New Zealand add to the region's na

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EPA's PFAS Action Plan, unveiled in February 2019, outlines a comprehensive approach to addressing PFAS challenges nationally. The Agency is committed to regulating PFOA and PFOS and proposes nationwide monitoring for PFAS in drinking water. Additionally, the Technical Support Center (TSC) is active

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The implementation and technical soundness of Rules of Origin under the EU-SADC EPA are crucial for the utilization of trade preferences. Compliance with rules of origin is essential for receiving tariff preferences, but drafting these rules accurately is challenging. Recommendations include specify

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This content covers the process of resolving data quality issues before transitioning data at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). It includes information on different types of data quality checks, reviews, and corrections conducted by the EPA to ensure accurate and reliable data. The con

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Region PTAs are arms of the State PTA that carry out state programs, strengthen local units/councils, and provide leadership training. Region PTA leaders, including Directors and Assistant Directors, play crucial roles in supporting local PTAs and guiding them towards success. This article explores

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Filed in 2013 by beekeepers and NGOs against EPA, the Ellis litigation case challenges EPA actions on clothianidin and thiamethoxam registrations. The case includes dismissed claims under APA and FIFRA, with a pending ruling on ESA violations. The litigation schedule involves ongoing Alternative Dis

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NPDES permits in Michigan regulate the discharge of municipal, industrial, and commercial wastewater, as well as stormwater, into state surface waters under Act 451. The permit fees vary based on the type of discharge, with separate fees for stormwater and non-stormwater discharges. Industrial storm

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This presentation by Mark Sprenger from the U.S. EPA discusses the development of Ecological Preliminary Remediation Goals (PRGs). It covers the process steps, assumptions, risk information activities, and resources related to ecological risk assessment within the EPA's programs. The training module

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Discover the unique Mountains and Basins Region of Texas, located in the far west with the Rio Grande as its southern border and New Mexico to the north. This region features diverse landforms including mountains, plateaus, basins, deserts, and rivers like the Pecos and Rio Grande. Important cities

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Emilia-Romagna Region in Italy highlights the importance of social economy and innovation for sustainable development. Various initiatives such as Social Cooperatives and Voluntary Associations contribute to the region's social well-being. The focus on social values and not-for-profit activities dri

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The Green Bank for Rural America aims to support economic growth by growing the next-generation energy economy, creating quality jobs in distressed communities, and reducing carbon footprints. Through funding from various sources, the bank will target communities in the Appalachian region and beyond

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EPA Region 2 presented key environmental issues in the U.S. related to climate change and introduced the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) with significant investments to reduce emissions. The act allocates funding across various sectors such as electricity, manufacturing, energy efficiency, and transpo

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The case of Util. Air Regulatory Grp. v. E.P.A. (2014) addresses whether the EPA's regulations on motor-vehicle greenhouse gas emissions trigger permitting requirements for stationary sources under the Clean Air Act. It delves into the provisions of the Act concerning both stationary and moving sour

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EPA Region 9 has established response action levels for TCE contamination, with tiered concentrations for different exposure scenarios. The State of California provides guidance aligned with these levels. DTSC concurs with EPA's residential and industrial response levels but recommends consultation

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The Anna Lindh Foundation commissioned Ipsos to conduct an opinion poll on intercultural trends in the Euro-Mediterranean Region, including Jordan. The survey covered various aspects such as Mediterranean way of life, hospitality, common cultural heritage, migration issues, and resistance to change.

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EPA's Office of Land & Emergency Management (OLEM) implements various programs to address lead contamination, focusing on reducing childhood lead exposure through cooperative efforts at federal, state, tribal, and local levels. OLEM supports an integrated approach to addressing multiple lead exposur

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EPA's VOC Speciation transforms inventory species into Air Quality model species to support chemistry, ozone, and aerosol chemistry. The Speciate4.5 update in 2016 added oil and gas profiles, including location-specific uncontrolled profiles and WRAP profiles for various basins. The Uinta TMSR profi

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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was established in 1970 following significant environmental disasters to protect human health and the environment. Before the EPA, pollution and toxic chemicals posed serious threats to air, water, and land, leading to sickness and death. The EPA's mission i

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EPA Rule 40 CFR Part 63 Subpart HHHHHH, also known as The Refinisher Rule, sets standards for hazardous air pollutants in paint stripping and surface coatings operations. The rule aims to control emissions of target hazardous air pollutants in collision centers and surrounding areas. It outlines req

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Providing insights into the Illinois EPA's notification process for Environmental Justice concerns, including public participation policies, areas of concern, notification letters, distribution lists, and reasons for selective outreach. The process involves public engagement, GIS mapping tools, and

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The Baltic Sea Region Programme 2014-2020 focuses on sustainable regional development through transnational cooperation projects, addressing territorial challenges, and fostering place-based growth. It covers 11 participating countries and aligns with the EU Strategy for the Baltic Sea Region, provi

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Learn about EPA requirements for tank leak detection, release detection methods, and compliance methods for monitoring tank systems. Understand the importance of implementing effective leak detection systems to prevent contamination and comply with federal regulations, including Automatic Tank Gaugi

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Explore how the Electronic Permit System (EPS) streamlines the management of Clean Air Act permits, reducing paper usage, easing document handling, and lowering costs. Learn about the various requirements, tools, and practices involved in the permit process as outlined by the EPA Region 9 Air Divisi

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