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In the context of the National Environmental Policy Act requirements imposed on
federal agencies, identify the true statements about an environmental impact
statement (EIS). (Check all that apply.)
It is a detailed statement that estimates the environmental impact of a proposed federal
action.
It is included in every report on proposals for legislation.
Identify the responsibilities of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
(Check all that apply.)
It conducts research on the harmful impact of pollution.
It gathers information about present pollution problems.
Primary air quality standards
Secondary air quality standards
Those necessary to protect public health
Those that guard the public from adverse air pollution effects
In the context of air pollution sources, identify a true statement about the Clean
Air Act.
It requires both stationary and mobile sources to meet a timetable of air pollution
standards for which control technology may not exist at the time.
Under the , instead of each pollution point source being licensed for a limited
amount of pollution emission, the pollution of the plant complex as a whole is the
focus of regulation
bubble concept
The _____ establishes a plan of action at the national level to encourage
productive and enjoyable harmony with nature and to promote the understanding
of the natural resources and ecological systems that are important to the United
States.
National Environmental Policy Act
Identify the true statements about the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
(Check all that apply.)
The EPA administers federal laws that concern pollution of the air and water, pesticide
regulation, and radiation.
At the federal level, the EPA coordinates public control of private action as it affects the
environment.
The directs the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administrator to establish
air quality standards and to see that these standards are achieved according to a
definite timetable.
Clean air act
Stationary source
Mobile source
Steel mills and utilities
Automobiles