Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Adoption of DOE CX B1.31, B1.35; 02/21/2024

EPA is adopting DOE CX B1.31 Installation or Relocation of Machinery and Equipment and B1.35 Drop-Off, Collection, and Transfer Facilities for Recyclable Materials.

Office of NEPA Policy and Compliance

March 22, 2024
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is adopting DOE’s categorical exclusion B1.31 for installation or Relocation of Machinery and Equipment and B1.35 Drop-Off, Collection, and Transfer Facilities for Recyclable Materials under Section 109 of NEPA. EPA intends to use DOE’s recycling facilities and equipment installation categorical exclusions in EPA’s program and in funding opportunities, including those administered by the EPA Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling (SWIFR) Program.