Resource Conservation

Challenge

U.S. EPA’s National Priority Areas

Resource Conservation

Challenge

U.S. EPA’s National Priority Areas

Jon D. JohnstonU.S. EPA Region 4

Chief, RCRA Programs Branch

Today’s Purpose

Overview of the RCC/FEC

So Far, the Story has been So Far, the Story has been

• Focused on hazardous waste– Built the cradle-to-grave system– Permits for facilities largely issued– Corrective action focused on high priority

sites• Next, moving to the 2020 Vision: The

Unfinished Business of RCRA– Prevent pollution and promote recycling

and reuse of materials– Reduce the use of priority chemicals at all

life cycle stages– Cradle to Cradle

The “Waste Wheel”

RCC GoalsRCC GoalsThree goals:

– Prevent pollution and promote recycling and reuse of materials

– Reduce the use of priority chemicals at all life cycle stages

– Increase energy and materials conservation

The Four National Priority AreasThe Four National Priority Areas

1. 35% Recycling of Municipal Solid Waste

2. Beneficial Use of Secondary Materials

3. Priority and Toxic Chemical Reduction

4. Green Initiatives - Electronics

Other Priority AreasOther Priority AreasRCC considered other areas, but they will be handled through their existing national and regional workgroups:

• Schools

• Green Buildings

• Hospitals

• Tires

National Priority Area:

Priority Chemicals

National Priority Area:

Priority Chemicals

The Listing of ChemicalsThe Listing of ChemicalsHexachlorocyclohexane,

gamma- (lindane)*Hexachloroethane * Methoxychlor *Naphthalene *PAH Group (as defined in TRI) Pendimethalin Pentachlorobenzene Pentachloronitrobenzene *Pentachlorophenol *Phenanthrene Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)Pyrene **Trifluralin *Cadmium *Lead *Mercury *

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene *1,2,4,5-Tetrachlorobenzene **2,4,5-Trichlorophenol *4-Bromophenyl phenyl ether **Acenaphthene **Acenaphthylene **Anthracene * Benzo(g,h,i)perylene Dibenzofuran * Dioxins/Furans Endosulfan, alpha &

Endosulfan, beta **Fluorene **Heptachlor *Heptachlor epoxide **Hexachlorobenzene *Hexachlorobutadiene

Chemicals noted with “*” are considered the 1991 collection of priority chemicals used to define the 2005 GPRA Goal

WMPCs 1991 v 2001 lb BasisWMPCs 1991 v 2001 lb Basis1991 WMPC 2001 WMPC* Pct Chg

Alabama 690,208 769,577 11%Florida 213,092 333,331 56%Georgia 492,293 568,191 15%Kentucky 496,569 1,211,085 144%Mississippi 492,009 500,422 2%North Carolina 381,160 629,122 65%South Carolina 1,677,419 1,862,532 11%Tennessee 85,705 4,112,598 4,699%Region 4 4,528,455 9,986,858 121%

2001 TRI Data & 2008 Goal2001 TRI Data & 2008 GoalState WMPCs 10%Alabama 769,577 76,958Florida 333,331 33,333Georgia 568,192 56,819Kentucky 1,211,085 121,109Mississippi 500,422 50,042North Carolina 629,123 62,912South Carolina 5,062,532 186,253Tennessee 4,112,598 411,260Total 13,186,861Corrected 9,986,861 998,686Pound basis

Priority Chemical Reduction Goals

Priority Chemical Reduction Goals

1.Substituting for priority chemicals with safer alternatives whenever possible;

2.Minimizing the amount used whenever substitution is not possible;

3.Maximizing recycling whenever minimization or substitution is not possible;

4.Minimizing exposures to toxics, and the volume and toxicity of waste through product design.

National Partnership for Environmental Priorities Program

National Partnership for Environmental Priorities Program

• Regional strategies to increase recruitment of NPEP Partners.

• Build relationships with existing State Pollution Prevention programs, and develop joint NPEP and State program targeting and recruitment goals.

National Priority Area: 35% MSW Diversion/Recycling

National Priority Area: 35% MSW Diversion/Recycling

35% Diversion/Recycling of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW)

GOALS:

35% Diversion/Recycling of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW)

GOALS:

• By 2008, increase diversion/recycling of the total annual MSW generated to 35% from 31% in 2002 (GPRA commitment)

• Each year through 2008, maintain the national average MSW rate at not more than 4.5 lbs. per person per day (GPRA commitment)

MSW Focus AreasMSW Focus Areas

• Paper• Organic Materials• Packaging & Containers

Initial Focus On Selected Sectors/Areas

Initial Focus On Selected Sectors/Areas

• Schools• Office Buildings• Residential; Multi-Family Dwellings• Landscapers• Food Establishments

– Examples: food courts, restaurants, grocers• Recycling-On-The-Go Venues

– Examples: shopping centers, ball parks, special events, convenience stores, health clubs, recreation centers

National Action Plan: Avenues, Initiatives & Programs

For Success

National Action Plan: Avenues, Initiatives & Programs

For Success• America’s Marketplace Recycles

Implement recruitment strategy

• Recycling-On-The-GoLaunch Program

• Utilize other existing programs for outreach, support and potential pilot initiatives

EMS staff, Performance Track staff, enforcement staff

• Issue papers and best management practices

• Work with schools and hospitals sectors

• Greening the Government – lead by example

Focus Areas:Focus Areas:

• Coal Combustion Products– C2P2 Program

• Foundry Sands• Construction and Demolition Debris

National Priority Area: Beneficial UseNational Priority Area: Beneficial Use

National Priority Area:Greening Initiatives-

Electronics

National Priority Area:Greening Initiatives-

Electronics

Scope of Action PlanScope of Action Plan

• The RCC National Action Plan addresses environmental concerns along the entire life cycle of electronics, from design, operation, disposition, and disposal of equipment.

Scope of ChallengeScope of

Challenge• 50 million computers will

become obsolete each year

• 300 million will be obsolete in 2005

• 2 million tons of electronics will be disposed each year

• Americans will have disposed of 154 million computers by 2005

Goals and ObjectivesGoals and Objectives

• Reduce or eliminate higher risk materials in electronics products at the source.

• Foster environmentally conscious design manufacturing.

• Increase purchasing and use of more environmentally sustainable electronics.

• Increase safe, environmentally sound reuse, recycling or disposal of used electronics.

Examples of Projects in Region 4Examples of Projects in Region 4

• Design for Environment– Electronics Toxicity Study

• FEC: Govt/Feds – Partnerships with GSA, Region 4,

Industry• Plug In-to Ecycling: Public Program

– TechBirmingham Collection Event– Dell Collection Event– Kentucky Electronics Workshops

Federal Electronics Challenge

DOE P2 Workshop

Topics

FEC OverviewElectronics Recycling using READ contractElectronics, EMSs and the FECBecoming an FEC PartnerQ & A

What is the Federal Electronics Challenge?

The FEC is a purchasing, use, and end-of life management challenge issued for Federal facilities or agencies to:

Purchase greener electronic productsManage electronic assets in an environmentally sound mannerReceive assistance and network with other agencies to improve current practices

Why are we focusing on electronics?

There is no cohesive management system in place in the Federal government to improve

the life cycle management practices of electronic equipment and enhance the

growth of the infrastructure for the reuse and recycling of obsolete electronics

FEC: Overall Goal

According the FEC Program the overall goal for Partners is: to reduce lifecycle environmental impacts of electronic products.

Memorandum of Understanding

Signed by 12 agencies on 11/15/04Affirmed commitment to lead by example in electronics life cycle managementProcess for Fed. Elec. Stewardship Summit, first was held in Feb. 2005

Environmental GoalsReduce the environmental impact of the use and maintenance of electronic equipment.

Reduce life-cycle impacts of electronic equipment through environmentally preferable purchasing.

Conserve and protect resources by increasing materials use efficiency, source reduction, and the recovery infrastructure ofelectronic equipment.

Reduce the volume and toxicity of electronic equipment waste through environmentally preferable end-of-life management.

Overview of FEC ProgramVoluntary program focused on education and recognitionFlexible (lots of choices within parameters)Valuable network Individual facility determines its:

Level of commitmentGoal(s)Life cycle phase(s) on which to focus

Opportunities

As a Partner a Facility Can…Show leadershipReduce liabilitySave moneyProtect the environmentIntegrate FEC with your existing EMS

Focus on recognition

Recognition for all participating facilitiesPartnerBronzeSilverGold

Strategic Goals

Integration of life cycle phases with higher partnership levelsAcquisition & Procurement, Operations & Maintenance, End of- Life

Performance Measures for Partners

FEC program will help Partners: Establish baseline measurementsDevelop goals Use standard reporting mechanisms Develop Partner Case StudiesProvide environmental benefit conversions

Core focus of FEC = BMPsHow did the FEC Steering Committee develop best management practices?

Working directly with federal procurement officials, property managers, and information technology (IT) staff,

BMPs are outlined in Tools including:fact sheets, case studies, checklists, sample contract/procurement language, presentations, Q & A’s

http://www.federalelectronicschallenge.net

Sampling of ToolsAcquisition Planning & Procurement Checklist List of Federal Legislation and Executive Orders relevant to the FECFAR Clauses Applicable to Environmental Purchasing Product Information SheetSample Product Information Sheet from IBMEnvironmental AttributesUsing Environmental Attributes to Determine Best ValueEcolabelsContract SpecificationsTotal Cost of Ownership Energy Conservation with ENERGY STAR®Executive Order 13123 and YouChecklist for Selection of Electronics Reuse and Recycling ServicesElectronics Recycling Facility Audit ChecklistInstructions to Recipients of Donated Electronics Federal Property Reuse Programs

Electronics Recycling using the READ contract

Recycling Electronics and Asset Disposition (READ) Services ContractOMB designated the EPA as the executive

agent for a Government Wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) to provide the Federal sector with electronics recycling and asset disposition services.

READ GWAC Goals

Provide a contract vehicle for the proper disposition of Federal electronic equipment in an environmentally responsible mannerEnsure security for sensitive electronic dataCreate an audit trail of the equipment’s final destinationMaximize potential revenues from electronic equipment

What services does the READ contract include?

Contractors will provide Federal agencies with:

Logistical/Inventory Support Testing, Auditing and Tracking Data Security Valuation Process Recycling Management and Technical Support

READ Details

5-year Period of Performance (thru 12/09)Fully-competed Multiple Award, Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contractsFlexible Statement of Objectives (SOO)Performance Based Task OrdersComplete Small Business Set Aside

EPA READ Contractors:

Supplychain Services Inc.(SSI),Lombard,IL;Molam International, Marietta, GA;Asset Recovery Corp, St. Paul MN;Liquidity Services Inc. (LSI), Washington, DC;Hesstech, LLC, Edison, NJ;HOBI International, Battavia, IL;Global Investment Recovery (GIR), Tampa, FL;

Please see www.epa.gov/oam/read for additional facility locations

Electronics, EMSs and the FEC

Why Put Electronics into Your Agencies’EMSs

Creates way to get MOU/FEC goals metGives facility staff support and framework for the work they’ll be doingElectronics may be responsible for significant environmental impacts for most federal facilities

EMSs and the FEC: a natural fit

According to ISO Standard 14001 the goal of an EMS is: to achieve and demonstrate sound environmental performance by controlling the impact of their activities on the environment.

According the FEC Program the overall goal for Partners is: to reduce lifecycle environmental impacts of electronic products.

Using the FEC approach to meet EMS ObjectivesThe FEC provides tools and assistance to:

meet objectives through specific step by step activitiesidentify responsibility by building a team and provides access to other federal agencies experiences develop goals and measure progress by outlining ways to measure, helping establish baselines and providing recognition for improvement

Where do electronics fit in an EMS?

Significant Environmental Aspects:Materials Use (purchase of office products)Waste generationEnergy Use

Some Related Objectives: Purchase of electronics will consider price, performance and environmental attributesIncrease office recycling and recycle all batteriesEstablish Power-off Policy

FEC Tools to help with EMSs

FEC/EMS Electronics Modulewalks through an EMS program and how to incorporate electronics with links to FEC Tools

EMSs and the FEC: What’s the connectiona Q&A document explaining the link and providing examples how EMS objectives can be meet by implementing FEC activities

Becoming an FEC Partner

RegisterComplete Baseline SurveyDevelop goalsInitiate activitiesReport progressApply for recognition

Register

Complete Baseline Survey

Develop Goals

Initiate Activities

Report Progress

Apply for Recognition

Receive Recognition

Contact Us

http://www.federalelectronicschallenge.netDelores Rodgers-Smith (US EPA Region 4) 404-562-8688 rodger-smith.delores@epa.govJuan Lopez (Office of Federal Environmental Executive) 202-564-5214 lopez.juan@ofee.govLaura Nazef (US EPA) 202-564-7523 nazef.laura@epa.gov