The EPA has developed and maintained an ongoing relationship with the small business community. The Agency works to promote understanding of environmental policy, resolve disputes and offer guidance while also addressing the needs and concerns of small businesses. Through the Small Business Ombudsman, EPA encourages input from small businesses in the development and implementation of standards and regulations. Additionally, the EPA makes funding and expertise available to small businesses engaged in developing cutting-edge technologies that reduce pollution and protect the environment. Through these efforts, EPA seeks to promote commercial ventures that improve our quality of life, create jobs, increase productivity and economic growth, and enhance the international competitiveness of the American small businesses.

Recommended EPA Web pages

• EPA Small Business Gateway Homepage
  Homepage provides links to business information, technical assistance, laws, and sources of money.
• Small Business Ombudsman (SBO) Home Page
  Links to information on the EPA Small Business Ombudsman program.
• Regulatory Flexibility Act / Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act (RFA / SBREFA)
  Information and documents produced for or directly related to the Agency's implementation of the SBREFA amendments to RFA.