TriMet Awards Contract To Environmental Business Solutions, Inc.

Contact: Jim HinkleyPhone: 503.969.3900June 1, 2012
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TriMet Awards Contract To Environmental Business Solutions, Inc.

TriMet Resolution 11-11-81 Authorizing 5-Year Contract for Vacuum & Pump Truck Services 

Summary:

Environmental Business Solutions Inc. ™ has been servicing the TriMet stormwater and wastewater systems since January 2012 after being selected and awarded the contract. Deciding factors included TriMet’s desire to select a local business with an excellent safety record and strong background in innovative technologies for stormwater recycling and regeneration.

           

For Immediate Release: TriMet opened the bidding process following the expiration of the 5-year existing contract.. After accepting multiple proposals, which were subsequently scored and voted on, Environmental Business Solutions, Inc. ™ (EBS) received the highest combined score with a solid technical proposal and competitive price. TriMet also recognized EBS status as a qualified Office of Minority, Women, Emerging Small Business (“OMWESB”) member, and a locally owned business.

The contract is a result of TriMet’s responsibility to perform certain maintenance activities at its garages, such as vehicle washing, that generate oily wastewater and solids that must be properly removed and managed. Additionally, TriMet facilities, park & ride lots and transit centers throughout the metro region have catch basins and filtering treatment systems that require regular cleaning and maintenance

It is important for TriMet to regularly clean the oil/water separators, sumps, and catch basins at its facilities to meet The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality DEQ permit requirements and keep the stormwater clean.

"We are excited to be teaming with TriMet to maintain the storm drains insuring proper disposal of stormwater and further protecting our water sources. EBS is committed to protecting our environment and moving towards 100% sustainability through stormwater regeneration." Said Jim Hinkley, Owner EBS.

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About Environmental Business Solutions: EBS specializes in innovative answers and design solutions by applying “Regen” technologies for stormwater and industrial wastewater applications. EBS has built its reputation by successfully exceeding the environmental needs of Private, Federal, State, and Local clients. Dedicated to safety and a standard of excellence. EBS has been a leader in designing systems for resolving, reducing, and/or reclaiming waste by-products.

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About TriMet: Sustainability and Stormwater

We reuse or recycle virtually everything we can from our facilities: oil, antifreeze, batteries, paint, nuts and bolts, light bulbs, and windshields... even bus shelter glass. For decades, almost all surfaces along freeways have been solid, giving water on the road no place to go except directly into stormwater systems, area streams, creeks, and rivers. By installing bioswales and greenscaping around MAX stations and rail lines, including tens of thousands of new trees and shrubs, we're able to capture storm runoff and keep pollutants out of our rivers and sewer systems. In areas where the soil does not drain well, we designed solutions that allow partial water retention. In addition, the parking areas at some of the MAX Light Rail support building areas have pavement that lets water drain through it, which reduces runoff.

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EPA tightens limits on pollutants in wastewater

As seen in the Taipei times:

The Environmental Protection Administration (EPA) yesterday announced enhanced measures to monitor levels of pollutants discharged into sewage systems by companies and industries located in science parks by adding ammoniacal hydrogen and dioxins to its list of regulated chemicals.

High concentrations of ammoniacal hydrogen can lead to a deterioration of water quality, making it toxic to some aquatic organisms, said Hsu Yung-hsing (許永興), director of the EPA’s Department of Water Quality.

According to the EPA, surveys showed that ammoniacal hydrogen content in wastewater discharged from photoelectric industries and companies in science parks accounts for about 34 percent of the total discharge.

The EPA is therefore introducing in two phases restrictions on ammoniacal hydrogen in wastewater for existing photoelectric materials and electronic components companies. The limit is 75mg per liter for the first phase, which goes into effect on July 1; this drops to 30mg per liter for the second phase, effective Jan. 1, 2017.

As for newly established companies, the maximum limit for ammoniacal hydrogen in wastewater will be 20mg per liter it said.

Meanwhile, maximum limits for dioxins in wastewater are set to be 5pg I-TEQ per liter for new companies and 10pg I-TEQ per liter for existing companies, it said.

The EPA cited surveys from European countries showing that dioxin concentrations in water account for only about 0.25 percent of total dioxins discharged in the environment each year. It said that surveys in Taiwan also showed that after proper treatment, dioxin discharge by local industries was much lower than US and Japanese standards of 10pg I-TEQ per liter.

The EPA advised pulp and paper operators to use chlorine-free bleaching and stabilize control over sewage treatment facilities to reduce the amount of dioxin discharge.

Additional reporting by CNA

http://www.taipeitimes.com/News/taiwan/archives/2012/06/03/2003534412#top

Menu Of Stormwater Best Management Practices

Stormwater Best Management Practices (BMP)

Environmental Business Solutions Inc™ (EBS)  has been following Best Management Practices since the companies inception over a decade ago and is dedicated to meeting the increasingly complex requirements of modern stormwater management. Recognizing the growing impact waste water has on our environment, EBS works closely with its clients to develop applications that exceed minimum requirements and reduce liability. We encourage you to study these practices and adjust your own applications accordingly.

The National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Stormwater Program regulates stormwater discharges from three potential sources: municipal separate storm sewer systems (MS4s), construction activities, and industrial activities. 

The changes in water quality are creating a variety of problems, all of which are compounded by urban development. Applying these practices can help protection of wetlands and aquatic ecosystems, improved quality of our rivers, streams and oceans, conservation of water resources, protection of public health, and flood control.

The stormwater pollution problem has two main components: the increased volume and rate of runoff coupled with the concentration of pollutants in the runoff. The National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permits Program consists of a number of programs and initiatives designed for preventing water pollution.  The EPA expects to update this menu as new information and technologies become available and encourages participation from developers as new technologies are developed.

 Currently the Menu Of Stormwater Phase II Rule's six minimum control measures:

1. Public Education
 - BMPs for MS4s to inform individuals and households about ways to reduce stormwater pollution.
2. Public Involvement 
- BMPs for MS4s to involve the public in the development, implementation, and review of an MS4's stormwater management program.
3. Illicit Discharge Detection & Elimination
 - BMPs for identifying and eliminating illicit discharges and spills to storm drain systems.
4. Construction
 - BMPs for MS4s and construction site operators to address stormwater runoff from active construction sites.
5. Post-construction
 - BMPs for MS4s, developers, and property owners to address stormwater runoff after construction activities have completed.
6. Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping
 - BMPs for MS4s to address stormwater runoff from their own facilities and activities.

For information on problems associated with stormwater, general BMP information, and the stormwater Phase II rule, go to background information.
EBS is a member of the City of Portland's Clean River Rewards Professional Referral List.

This information is found on the EPA website and is republished here for your education. We have included links to the site for further study, and hope you find this information helpful. If we can answer any questions for you, or be of assistance, please contact us.