Listed below are several sites that may be interesting to those working in the environmental or analytical field. If you know of any sites that you would like us to add or if these links are outdated, let us know. The Department does not endorse the ideas, organizations or products listed at these sites. These sites are presented as a tool to locate information on the Web.
WELA is a professional, not for profit Association formed specifically for the betterment of its members and the industry of which they are a part. Its prime function is to inform and motivate its members so that they can do a better job which in turn results in benefits for the member and the environmental industry. Its purposes are stated in its Constitution and By-Laws.
Meetings are held quarterly in Madison to provide a central location as well as convenient interfacing with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and other government agencies.
This organization represents and provides services to small (generally communities under 10,000) water & wastewater systems in the state of Wisconsin. They also include in their membership businesses and suppliers offering a wide range of products and services to the water and wastewater industry. Rural Water's goal is that by working together our membership can help protect and preserve Wisconsin's natural resources while at the same time, provide a safe, reliable, and affordable supply of water to their customers.
The WWOA is comprised of about 1,700 wastewater treatment plant professionals serving municipalities and industries throughout the State. The organization members pride themselves on the efficient, non-polluting operation of the Wisconsin wastewater treatment facilities. Since 1967, the Wisconsin Wastewater Operator's Association has helped educate the state's treatment plant operators, preparing them to make decisions which will insure harm does not come to the quality of the state's water resources.
The Environmental Protection Division (EPD) protects Georgia's air, land, and water through the authority of state statutes and major parts of five federal environmental statutes. These laws regulate public and private facilities having to do with water quality, air quality, hazardous waste, water supply, solid waste management, surface mining, and other areas.
The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality mission is to drive improvements in environmental quality for the protection of public health and natural resources to benefit current and future generations. This will be accomplished through effective administration of agency programs, providing for the use of innovative strategies, while helping to foster a strong and sustainable economy.
The Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources has two primary duties: To promote and protect the public health of the citizens of the state; and To provide for the management and environmental protection of the state´s air, water, land, and coastal resources. The department is organized into the Secretary´s office and staff, administration, divisions, programs, regional offices, and boards, and councils and commissions.
The North Dakota Department of Health is committed to the promotion of healthy lifestyles, protection and enhancement of the environment and provision of quality health care services for the people of North Dakota. The Laboratory Certification Program is run out of the Chemistry Section.
The Office of Environmental Quality Control (EQC) is the environmental regulatory arm of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control. EQC is responsible for the enforcement of federal and state environmental laws and regulations, and for the issuing of permits, licenses and certifications for activities which may affect the environment.
In the State of Tennessee, the laboratory certification program is overseen by the Department of Health. The State Central Laboratory and its four branch laboratories across the state provide valuable support of public health issues such as newborn testing, disease prevention and a clean environment.
In the State of Washington, Laboratory Certification for Clean Water Act testing (including sludges and sediments) is granted by the Washington State Department of Ecology.
This site has tons of information about all of the EPA's programs and regions, and also has many links to other government agencies. There are some methods and references available, but the possibilities here are virtually unlimited, so jump in and see what you can find. Warning: the EPA's server can be extremely slow, and access can be difficult at peak hours (9 am - 4 pm).
The Federal Register online via GPO access: browse or search for Federal Register documents.
The Code of Federal Regulations (searchable).
This site has lots of useful information, including many downloadable versions of useful EPA QA documents.
Information, files for downloading and more...
NVLAP is part of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and is accrediting providers for producting proficiency testing samples. NVLAP refers to this as chemical calibration accreditation.
The mission of the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) is to safeguard environmental quality, consistent with the social and economic needs of the State, so as to protect health, welfare, property and the quality of life.
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection is a state agency responsible for protecting human health and the environment by ensuring clean air and water, the safe management and disposal of solid and hazardous wastes, the timely cleanup of hazardous waste sites and spills, and the preservation of wetlands and coastal resources.
Ohio EPA has authority to implement laws and regulations regarding air and water quality standards; solid, hazardous and infectious waste disposal standards; water quality planning, supervision of sewage treatment and public drinking water supplies; and cleanup of unregulated hazardous waste sites.
The State of Utah certifies environmental laboratories across the United States. The Utah Department of Environmental Quality only accepts environmental compliance data from these Utah Certified Laboratories. The focus of the Environmental Laboratory Certification Program (ELCP) are the promulgated methods under the Safe Drinking Water Act, Clean Water Act, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. Other criteria such as personnel, facilities, equipment, sample handling, quality assurance, quality control and documentation are used to assess the total quality of the laboratory.
The WSLH offers laboratory services in clinical (human), environmental and occupational health, as well as proficiency testing programs for public and private laboratories. The WSLH provides analytical services for the state Department of Natural Resources, the state Department of Health and Social Services, local government units, health care practitioners and private citizens as well as specialized public health procedures and reference testing, training, technical assistance and consultation for private and public health agencies, data collection for epidemiology investigation, applied research and University instruction. As part of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the WSLH exemplifies this institution´s commitment to research, teaching and service.
The University Hygienic Laboratory (UHL) was created by the Iowa General Assembly in 1904 to meet the needs of the citizens of Iowa as the "state public health and environmental laboratory." The Laboratory has broadened its analytical and service programs to address a wide range of environmental problems that may affect human health and the quality of life in Iowa.
The American Chemical Society was founded in 1876 and is a not-for-profit organization. It is the world´s largest scientific society and has a membership of over 151,000 chemists and chemical engineers. The American Chemical Society was chartered by a 1937 Act of the U.S. Congress. The Society is recognized as a world leader in fostering scientific education and research, and promoting public understanding of science.
A private laboratory accreditation service used by many states, but Wisconsin does not have reciprocity with this organization.
The Laboratory Safety Institute (LSI) is a non-profit national center for health, safety and environmental affairs. The Institute´s mission is to make health and safety an integral and important part of science education, our work, and our lives.
Technology Services (TS) of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) provides U.S. industry, government, and the public with measurements, standards, and information services that promote innovation, increase competitiveness, and facilitate trade. Formerly known as the Nation Bureau of Standards.
The Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry (SETAC) is an independent, nonprofit professional society that provides a forum for individuals and institutions engaged in: Study of environmental issues, Management and conservation of natural resources, Evironmental education, and Environmental research and development.
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