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Locale concerns
Information
by Zip Code
Pollution, hazardous waste sites, and other regulatory information as well
as "Live" and
customizable computer-generated maps of regulated sites throughout the United
States.
Find New England Sites
Use this link to locate a hazardous waste site in New England
Urban Environmental Program
In urban areas throughout New England, residents are exposed to a multitude
of environmental and public health hazards. This site guides you through
the most pressing urban issues.
Smart Growth Strategies
for New England
This program is intended to foster environmentally-sound growth in New
England. The program includes smart growth training programs, grants, federal
partnerships and other activities.
Drinking water
Arsenic
Arsenic is a naturally occurring element in the environment. Arsenic in water
is largely the result of minerals dissolving naturally from weathered rocks and
soils. Several types of cancer have been linked to arsenic in water.
Energy efficiency
Green Buildings
Contains information on designs that use less electricity and explains
the benefits of purchasing Energy Star products.