CHICAGO (April 22, 2004) — U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency Region 5 has cited Wabash Environmental Technologies LLC
for alleged
violations of federal clean-air regulations at the company's waste
treatment facility, 1331 S. First St., Terre Haute, Ind.
EPA alleges that in November 2000 Wabash began operating a biological
waste treatment system with a potential to emit more hazardous
air pollutants than EPA regulations allow. EPA said the system
did not meet hazardous air pollutant control requirements at startup
and still does not meet requirements.
These are preliminary findings of violations. To resolve them,
EPA may issue a compliance order, assess an administrative penalty
or bring suit against the company. Wabash has 30 days from receipt
of the notice to meet with EPA to discuss resolving the allegations.
"EPA's mission is to protect public health and the environment," said
Acting Regional Administrator Bharat Mathur. " We will take
whatever steps are needed to ensure compliance with the Clean Air
Act."
Hazardous air pollutants may cause serious health effects, including
birth defects and cancer. They may also cause harmful environmental
and ecological effects.
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