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Welcome to ETVoice! Our monthly message contains highlights of the latest developments in ETV, and directs you to where you can find more information on our Web site or through EPA or other contacts. We hope you find this useful and welcome your comments.
Abby Waits
Environmental Technology Verification (ETV) Program
| ETV Verified Technologies |
The ETV Program has verified the performance of 405 innovative environmental technologies that can be used to monitor, prevent, control, and clean up pollution. See the full list of ETV verified technologies. |
MOBILE SOURCES DEVICE VERIFIED
The ETV Air Pollution Control Technology Center, operated by RTI International, has verified the performance of the PCRT2 1000, Version 2, Filter + Diesel Oxidation Catalyst, developed by Johnson Matthey PLC. This mobile diesel engine air pollution control device was verified for percentage of emissions reduction achieved by the technology for particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, hydrocarbons, and carbon monoxide relative to the performance of the same baseline engine without the technology in place. Operating conditions were documented, and ancillary measurements were also made. The verification statement and report are available on the ETV Air Pollution Control Technology Center Verified Technologies Mobile Source Devices web page.
ETV COLLABORATES FOR VERIFICATION OF LEAK DETECTION AND REPAIR TECHNOLOGIES
The ETV Advanced Monitoring Systems (AMS) Center, operated by Battelle, has begun verification testing of two models of passive infrared imagers: the Sherlock VOC developed by Pacific Advanced Technologies, and the GasFinderIR developed by FLIR Systems Incorporated. These imagers are being verified for their capabilities as remote leak detection and repair (LDAR) devices for use at petrochemical facilities. Currently in the U.S. and other industrialized countries, fugitiveemission monitoring programs are based on U.S. EPA Method 21 which uses a portable hydrocarbon analyzer to monitor for leaks at industrial components such as flanges, couplings, and valves. Optical imagers, or LDAR devices, offer operators ability to monitor components from a distance and instantaneously identify leaking components within the line of sight of the optical imager. The AMS Center has received contributions and support for this testing from the American Chemistry Council, Texas Chemistry Council, FLIR Systems Incorporated, Industrial Scientific Corporation, The Dow Chemical Company, BP, and Sage Environmental. Verification testing will take place at a Dow Chemical facility and a BP facility, both in Texas. For more information on this verification test, contact Amy Dindal, Battelle, at (561) 422-0113 or dindala@battelle.org, or John McKernan, EPA, at (513) 569-7415 or mckernan.john@epa.gov.
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Vendor Solicitations |
| ETV centers issue periodic solicitations for vendors and collaborators interested in verification. For a list of active ETV vendor solicitations, please visit Vendors Wanted, or contact the appropriate ETV center. Recently issued solicitations include the following: |
ETV Advanced Monitoring Systems Center Solicits Technology Vendors
The AMS Center, operated by Battelle, is soliciting vendors and collaborators interested in verification testing of monitoring technologies for contaminants in air, water, and soil. For more information, please contact Ann Louise Sumner, Battelle, at (614) 424-3973 or ETV-AMSCenter@battelle.org. |
ETV Drinking Water Systems (DWS) Center Solicits Technology Vendors
The DWS Center, operated by NSF International, is soliciting vendors interested in verification testing of new, innovative, and emerging drinking water treatment technologies and equipment. Of particular interest are technologies that help to address the following: water conservation and reuse (e.g., to address water loss as a result of evaporation and other effects of global climate change); energy efficient technologies used in drinking water treatment, such as nanotechnology or energy recovery systems integrated into treatment equipment; and treatment technologies that reduce the volume, hazard, or risk of residuals. Technologies that address one or more of the above issues and also treat, reduce or remove one or more of the following contaminants are of high priority, should and when funding becomes available: contaminants regulated under the Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule (particularly membrane separation and ultraviolet inactivation processes), Groundwater Rule, Arsenic, Radium, Uranium, and other existing drinking water rules. For more information, please contact Bruce Bartley, NSF, at (734) 769-5148 or bartley@nsf.org, or Jeff Adams, EPA, at (513) 569-7835 or adams.jeff@epa.gov. |
ETV Materials Management and Remediation (MMR) Center Solicits Technology Vendors
The MMR Center, operated by Battelle, is soliciting vendors and collaborators interested in verification testing of remediation and materials management technologies, including technologies for recycling, beneficial use of waste materials, recovery of useful components of waste, and treatment to minimize disposal requirements; and technologies to remediate contaminated land and ground water, such as is found at Superfund sites. For more information, please contact Amy Dindal, Battelle, at (561) 422-0113 or dindala@battelle.org. |
ETV Water Quality Protection Center Solicits Technology Vendors
The WQP Center, operated by NSF International, is soliciting vendors and collaborators for verification testing of source water protection and wet weather flow technologies, including grouting and coating materials for infrastructure rehabilitation. For a list of technology categories prioritized by this center. Vendors with technologies in these areas that are interested in having their products verified should contact Tom Stevens, NSF, at (734) 769-5347 or stevenst@nsf.org. |
European AdvanceETV Project Solicits Vendors
The new AdvanceETV project, sponsored by the European Commission, is currently seeking vendors interested in joint verification under the U.S., Canadian, and European ETV programs. The objective is for participating vendors to receive joint verifications from three programs at once; AdvanceETV will partially fund the verification. Interested vendors should contact one of the following AdvanceETV partners: (Europe) Christian Gron, DHI, at +45 4516 9570 or chg@dhigroup.com; (U.S.) Amy Dindal, Battelle, at +1 (561) 422-0113 or dindala@battelle.org; or (Canada) John Neate, OCETA, at +1 (905) 822-4133 or jhneate@etvcanada.ca. For additional information on ETV international activities. |
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Vendor Meetings
April 16, 2009 – The ETV Program, through its contractor Battelle, will host a vendor meeting via teleconference to discuss the upcoming ETV verification of qualitative spot test kits for lead in paint. The meeting will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. EST. The teleconference will focus on the test/quality assurance plan being developed for this verification test, including test parameters and overall test design. Time will be allowed for answering questions. Any vendor interested in having their test kits verified under ETV is encouraged to participate in this meeting. For more information or to obtain the call-in number for the teleconference, contact Stephanie Buehler, Battelle, at (614) 424-3972 or buehlers@battelle.org.
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Upcoming Conferences and Meetings |
| A calendar of ETV meetings, conferences, and presentations is available on the ETV Web site. Meetings at which ETV is exhibiting and/or participating are: |
May 4-7, 2009
The National Environment, Energy, and Sustainability Symposium and Exhibition (E2S2) will be held in Denver, CO. This symposium, hosted by the National Defense Industrial Association, will feature general, plenary and technical sessions highlighting environmental, energy and sustainability challenges facing the Federal government. Sessions track topics will include: environmental program management, pollution prevention, climate change, emerging contaminants, and others. The ETV Program will exhibit with the National Risk Management Research Laboratory. For more information, visit E2S2 Symposium and Exhibition. |
May 12-14, 2009
The Ohio Brownfields Conference 2009 will be held in Wilmington, OH. This conference will cover a variety of topics and will address the issues, trends, and challenges facing brownfields redevelopment today. Public and private sector experts will share their knowledge and interact with participants in educational sessions. The ETV Program will exhibit with the EPA National Risk Management Research Laboratory. For more information, visit the Air and Waste Management web site. |
May 17-21, 2009
The World Environmental and Water Resources Congress will be held in Kansas City, MO. The central theme of this year’s Congress is the great rivers of the world and the engineering challenges of balancing environmental and development issues while achieving a sustainable future. The Congress will provide attendees with an opportunity to share insights from research and practical experience in the field to generate best practices related to river system management, environmental issues, watershed management and restoration, hydraulic structures, and others. The ETV Program will exhibit with the EPA National Risk Management Research Laboratory. For more information, visit 2009 World Environmental & Water Resources Congress web site. |
June 8-11, 2009
WasteExpo 2009 will be held in Las Vegas, NV. This event will highlight the latest trends and topics in the solid waste industry, and will include conference sessions, workshops and an exhibition of over 500 companies, manufacturers and suppliers. This year’s topics include: Green Management, Green Technology, Business of Energy, Safety, Compliance Issues, and others. The ETV Program will exhibit with the EPA National Risk Management Research Laboratory. For more information, visit WasteExpo 2009
Conference and
Exhibits web site. |
June 14-18, 2009
The American Water Works Association (AWWA) Annual Conference and Exposition (ACE09) will be held in San Diego, CA. ACE09 will feature the latest, innovative developments in technologies, processes, and products to improve water quality worldwide. The event will include in-depth and interactive workshops, a professional development program, local facility tours, networking opportunities, and an exposition showcasing more than 500 water quality solution providers. The ETV Program will exhibit with the EPA National Risk Management Research Laboratory. For more information. |
June 16-19, 2009
The Air and Waste Management Association (A&WMA) Annual Conference and Exhibition (ACE2009) will be held in Detroit, MI. ACE2009 will feature technical sessions with presentations on topics such as air modeling, global climate, sustainability, mercury issues, particulate matter, and compliance issues; an exhibition displaying the newest products and services; social tours and networking events; and professional development courses. The ETV Program will exhibit with the EPA National Risk Management Research Laboratory. Representatives from the ETV Air Pollution Control Technology Center will also participate. For more information. |
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Abby Waits
Environmental Technology Verification Program
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