| "Air Permitting of a Co-generation Facility at Appleton Coated LLC" |
| Appleton Coated LLC and WPS Power Development Inc. agreed to construct a 48-megawatt turbine generator at the Mill in Combined Locks, Wisconsin, to provide electricity to the transmission grid and process steam to the Mill. This paper highlights the impact of design and operational changes on the prevention of significant deterioration (PSD) air permitting process and the essential teamwork needed between the host facility, environmental consultant, and utility to achieve a mutually satisfactory operating permit. (Published in TAPPI International Environmental Conference and Exhibit Proceedings, April 6-10, 2002; Montreal, Quebec, Canada) |
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| "Aluminum Melting Environmental Concerns & Regulations" |
| As it relates to the aluminum melting industry, this presentation provides information on basic air pollution regulatory concepts, nitrogen oxide emission control techniques and case study, and the lead TRI threshold reduction regulation. (American Foundry Society 106th Casting Congress & Expo, May 4-7, 2002; Kansas City, Missouri) |
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| "Beneficial Use Success Story - Ohio Turnpike" |
| This presentation is a case study of two projects for the Ohio Turnpike, which used spent sand as a sub-base embankment material and replaced soil and virgin aggregate. The presentation explains the benefits of using spent sand and the details of both projects, including requirements, project hurdles, project marketing plan, and response mechanisms to manage the final outcome. (Presented at the 12th Annual American Foundry Society EHS Conference, October 8-11, 2000; Orlando, Florida) |
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| "Characterization of Natural Attenuation of a Solvent Plume in a Carbonate Rock Aquifer" |
| This paper is a case study of site characterization and remedial options analyses, treatability studies and remedial design at a Wisconsin manufacturing facility. It details the three solvent source areas identified and presents the basis for the proposed management of the off-site solvent plume in the bedrock aquifer through monitored natural attenuation. (2001) |
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| "Closure of a Wastewater Treatment Impoundment Using Ash and Multi-Layered Geogrid" |
| The Mead Corporation has considered closing unlined wastewater treatment impoundments, including a 7-acre strong waste pond at the Mahrt, Alabama mill. The Mahrt strong waste pond contains a mixture of spent liquor, fiber, and some ash. In addition to receiving the occasional liquor spill material, the pond receives some storm water. The pond is frequently covered with some depth of water, and any exposed solids are typically weak and unstable. This paper reviews this project, discussing the closure concept and strategy. (Presented at the TAPPI Environmental Conference, April 4-6, 2002; Montreal, Quebec, Canada) |
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| "Comparative Analysis: RCRA Trial Burn & HWC MACT Comprehensive Performance Test |
| The requirement for periodic performance testing is one of the most costly and time-consuming requirements of the HWC MACT standards. This paper provides an overview of the testing requirements for HWCs and a comparative analysis of the RCRA Trial Burn and HWC MACT CPT requirements, in addition to strategies for developing a cost-effective CPT. (Presented at Air and Waste Management Association Hazardous Waste Combustors Specialty Conference, April 17-19, 2002; St. Louis, Missouri) |
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| "Development of a Monitoring Program for a Phytoremediation System at a Chemical Distribution Facility" |
| This presentation explains a full-scale phytoremediation system that was installed to treat contaminated soil in the source (former tank farm) and a portion of the plume of contaminated groundwater downgradient of the source at a chemical distribution site in Milwaukee. The objectives of the site remediation were to remove residual contamination from the soil in the source area, reduce recharge through the soil in the former source area, and reduce discharge of contaminated groundwater to the Menomonee River. Remedy, hurdles, and monitoring program are discussed. (2000) |
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| "Environmental Issues Affecting Deepwater Gulf of Mexico Development" |
| In early 2000, the Minerals Management Service released the Gulf of Mexico Deepwater Operations and Activities Environmental Assessment Report (Deepwater EA), which identifies numerous environmental issues related to deepwater operations. The Deepwater EA discusses potential environmental concerns related to all aspects of deepwater exploration and production. This paper examines how environmental issues identified in the Deepwater EA will affect operations. (Presented at the SPE/EPA/DOE Exploration and Production Environmental Conference, February 26-28, 2001; San Antonio, Texas) |
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| "Environmental Management Plans Required for Financing International E&P Projects: From Development to Implementation" |
| Environmental Management Plans (EMPs) are often required by lending institutions for certain major oil and gas exploration and production projects around the world. EMPs are more than just documents detailing the procedures to be used to protect human health and the environment; the plans must be implemented in the field. Effective plans require a thorough understanding of the project, intimate knowledge of the project environment, and familiarity with resources available. This paper summarizes and shares experiences associated with developing and implementing EMPs. (Presented at the SPE/EPA/DOE Exploration and Production Environmental Conference, February 26-28, 2001; San Antonio, Texas) |
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| "A Foundry Ventilation Approach Whose Time Has Come" |
| Indoor air quality issues are a continual problem for many foundries. The reason for the nagging problems relates to defects in the ventilation design approach that is commonly used to control air contaminants in foundries. This paper introduces and describes the holistic approach, an improved approach that can put real direction into a foundry ventilation program. (Submitted to the American Foundry Society for Presentation at the Casting Congress, 2000) |
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| "NESHAP (MACT) General Provisions" |
| This presentation provides background on the MACT General Provisions and discusses select modifications to the provisions, including applicability; implications; new definitions; and new standards, maintenance, and monitoring requirements. The presentation also includes associated text summarizing the April 5, 2002, Amendments to the NESHAP General Provisions. (National Council for Air and Stream Improvement Southern Meeting, June 19, 2002; Savannah, Georgia) |
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| "Institutional Controls: Update on New USEPA and US Region 5 Guidance" |
| This presentation details the purpose and value of institutional controls from industry and regulatory perspectives. It discusses capability, basic concepts, "checklists", Region 5 guidance, USEPA guidance, and comparisons with state voluntary cleanup programs. (Presented to the Akron Bar Association, Environmental Committee, 2000; Akron, Ohio) |
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| Introduction to Hazardous Waste Incineration, 2nd Edition |
| This book provides a reference work that examines the basic concepts, principles, equipment, and applications pertaining to hazardous waste incineration. It contains updated information on standards and regulations, equipment, materials handling, instrumentation, control performance testing, final permitting, and facility design. |
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| "A Measurement Method to Pinpoint and Assess High Air Contaminant Zones within Foundries" |
| This paper presents a measurement method for identifying and assessing high air contaminant zones within the foundry environment. It not only discusses how this method is implemented using commercially available real-time monitoring instruments, but how resultant data are compiled to establish a baseline characterization of existing in-plant air quality. The paper also discusses how this method is used to quantify the effects of various ventilation deficiencies that pervade foundries. (Submitted to the American Foundry Society, 2001) |
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| "Pilot Studies & Startups" |
| This presentation is a case study of a pulp and paper mill that had been shut down for two years. The challenge was to reactivate idled equipment, reacclimate to pulp and paper wastes, prepare for rapid load increase, and remain in the compliance. The presentation discusses key actions, limiting factors, the project plan, and results. (Presented at TAPPI, 2001; Charlotte, North Carolina) |
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| "River Sediment Remediation at the Alliant Energy Former MGP Site in Baraboo, Wisconsin" |
| Abstract not available. (Presented at AIGP Meeting, October 12, 2000; Milwaukee, Wisconsin) |
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| "Secondary Aluminum MACT: An Innovative Approach" |
| In February 1999, the USEPA proposed NESHAPs for new and existing aluminum production facilities. Promulgation of this regulation, the Secondary Aluminum Industry MACT Standard, occurred in March 2000. The objective of this paper is to discuss the Secondary Aluminum MACT regulation in the context of plant operations, and to present both straightforward and innovative control options. (2001) |
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| "Stairway to Water Quality: Landfill Groundwater Inceptor Trench and Treatment Systems" |
| Groundwater impacted with volatile organic compounds (VOCs) was identified around the Envirofil Landfill. All shallow groundwater beneath the site was determined to discharge to nearby surface water. RMT and Waste Management, Inc. proposed a unique system that would collect, manage, and treat the groundwater on site, all while reducing capital expenses. This paper explains the system and the benefits to Envirofil. (Presented at NSWMA Waste Tech, February 24-27, 2002; Coral Springs, Florida) |
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| "Startup, Shutdown, and Malfunction Plans for Hazardous Waste Combustors" |
| This presentation contains an overview of the MACT General Requirements and Hazardous Waste Combustor MACT/RCRA specific requirements, and explains the SSM plan development process. The presentation discusses plan components, process steps, record keeping, and submittal/approval. (21st Annual International Conference on Incineration and Thermal Treatment Technologies, May 13-17, 2002; New Orleans, Louisiana) |
