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Coordinating activities between NOAA and other agencies

A T Fritz1, M F Buchman

  • 1NOAA Coastal Resources Coordination Branch, Seattle, Washington 98115-0070, USA.

Drug and Chemical Toxicology
|January 20, 1998
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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) collaborates with agencies on ecological risk assessments at hazardous waste sites. This partnership ensures protection of natural resources and effective cleanup strategies under CERCLA.

Area of Science:

  • Environmental Science
  • Ecological Risk Assessment
  • Environmental Policy

Background:

  • CERCLA and NCP mandate environmental protection at Superfund sites.
  • Ecological risk assessments are crucial for evaluating threats to the environment.
  • NOAA, as a Federal natural resource trustee, has defined roles in the CERCLA process.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline NOAA's responsibilities and expertise in ecological risk assessments.
  • To emphasize the importance of coordination between lead response agencies and natural resource trustees.
  • To demonstrate how collaboration enhances the effectiveness of hazardous waste site remediation.

Main Methods:

  • NOAA utilizes Coastal Resource Coordinators (CRCs) for local technical support and liaison.

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  • An interdisciplinary support group provides specialized scientific expertise.
  • Case studies illustrate successful coordination in ecological risk assessments.

    • Main Results:

    • NOAA CRCs assist EPA and other agencies in identifying and assessing risks to coastal resources.
    • Early trustee involvement ensures comprehensive evaluation of risks to trust resources.
    • Coordinated efforts lead to cost-effective remedies and natural resource recovery.

    Conclusions:

    • Effective coordination between NOAA and lead response agencies is vital for Superfund site remediation.
    • NOAA's expertise and network enhance the protection of natural resources.
    • Collaborative ecological risk assessments improve remedial outcomes and resource restoration.