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The Environmental Management Assistance Program (EMAP) provides no-fee & confidential environmental assistance to small businesses in Pennsylvania. 877-ASK-EMAP

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Today is SBDC Day which is a national, collective proclamation of the impact America’s Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) have on the success of our nation’s dreamers, innovators, and doers – America’s small businesses. #sbdcday #PennsylvaniaSBDC

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Is your small business ready for an environmental emergency? Recent events highlight the need for strong preparedness plans. From spill response to compliance, small businesses must be proactive. Read our latest EMAP article to stay ahead! https://t.co/1OPeWMrh84

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Attention PA Crematory Operators: DEP has proposed revisions to General Permit GP-14, impacting crematory incinerator compliance. Key updates include new cold-start rules, expanded fuel sulfur tracking, and an earlier reporting deadline. Learn more: https://t.co/IbV1KxzC2x

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Pennsylvania DEP has introduced a new Permit Status Tracker, designed to streamline the permit application process for applicants which often includes small businesses. https://t.co/R5uhqYQap5

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The Pennsylvania DEP 2024-2025 Small Business Advantage Grant is open and accepting applications for projects that reduce pollution and waste. Learn more.
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A closer look at proposed fee, permit increases to pay for the county’s air quality program https://t.co/UYvaePEqb3 via @PittsburghPG

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Protect your small business interests with public comments on crematory incinerator permits. Join the conversation initiated by the DEP. https://t.co/QnPT2HGo6s

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Today, as we celebrate Earth Day, let’s discuss how Pennsylvania small businesses can contribute to a more sustainable future. Here are some tips for small businesses to contribute to cleaner air quality: https://t.co/Ilwh8tBUTJ #EarthDay #smallbusinesstips #Sustainability

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Quality Industrial Coatings receives the 2024 Small Business Environmental Stewardship Award for its commitment to sustainable practices.
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#Pennsylvania #smallbusinesstips #SBDCDay #SBDC #widener #SBEAP #Environmental #Sustainability

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Sources of VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) emissions from both unconventional and conventional oil and natural gas sources in Pennsylvania must report by June 1, 2024. Learn more:
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EPA is setting a new benchmark for the annual PM2.5 standard at 9.0 micrograms per cubic meter (μg/m3) based on the latest scientific findings regarding the health effects associated with particle pollution.
https://t.co/GJu8shyh4l

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In a regulatory update, Pennsylvania DEP Suspends Enforcement of Initial Annual Reports for Oil and Gas Operators.
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The SBA Office of Advocacy is hosting an Environmental Roundtable virtually on January 9, 2024, at 2 PM ET. The discussion will focus on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Proposed Improvements to the Lead and Copper Rule. https://t.co/kPjvHiXRM5

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We bring you the Winter 2023 EMAP Newsletter! This newsletter is dedicated to bringing the Pennsylvania small business community the latest developments, inspiring stories, tools and resources on the path to achieving environmental & economic prosperity.

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PA residents, nonprofits, small businesses and other Pennsylvania stakeholders can take DEP’s Climate Opinion Survey to provide input on the PCAP. 
Simply go to: https://t.co/UaBmhZsrh3 and look under “Reducing Climate Pollution in Communities”.
#ClimateAction #Pennsylvania

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State environmental officials yesterday held the last of five public engagement sessions as it works to create a Priority Climate Action Plan, or PCAP, that aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions statewide and mitigate further effects of climate change.
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Make sure your PA dry cleaning business is compliant in 2024. Get the 2024 Dry Cleaner Compliance Calendar from EMAP or access a digital copy. #2024DryCleanerComplianceCalendar

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The Fall edition of the EMAP newsletter is available now! Included is information on funding programs, opportunities for public comment, a small business success story, and a Q&A guide to submitting electronic RFDs.

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Collision repair shops excluded from proposed new EPA rules.
#EPA #AERR #CollisionRepair #EnvironmentalRegulations #smallbusiness

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Hey Pennsylvania small business owners, DEP's Small Business Advantage Grant is now open and accepting grant applications! It's a great way to reduce operating costs, prevent pollution, and go green.
https://t.co/fYTtUNbSfI

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EPA proposes rule on lead-based paint standards that would affect around 39,000 small buisnesses.
#SmallBusiness #LeadPaint #EPA
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