Do federal, state, and local regulations allow natural attenuation as an option for remediation of chlorinated solvents?
Natural attenuation is recognized by the EPA as a viable method of remediation for soil and groundwater that can be evaluated and compared to other methods of achieving site remediation as a part of the remedy selection process. The selection of natural attenuation as a component of any site remedy should be based on its ability to achieve remediation goals in a reasonable timeframe and protect human health and the environment. EPA recognition of natural attenuation extends to sites regulated under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA); the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA); and underground storage tank (UST) regulations. Natural attenuation is not a default option or a “presumptive remedy.” As with any remedy, it must comply with state groundwater use classifications and standards. “Under certain site conditions, and if properly documented, natural attenuation can be a viable option for remediating sites as a stand-alone option
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