Do State Ground Water Discharge Permits only address ground water issues?
No. While the primary purpose of the DP is to protect ground water quality, the New Mexico Water Quality Act (10) prohibits issuance of a DP if it will cause or contribute to a surface water quality standard (11) violation. Q: Where can I get a copy of New Mexico Water Quality Control Commission’s requirements and the application forms? A: Please call or write the New Mexico Environment Department Ground Water Quality Bureau at the address below. Q: Is there anything else, beyond the NPDES or DP regulations, that should be considered when applying for a permit? A: Yes. Nationally, environmental regulatory agencies and regulated industries are realizing the benefits of pollution prevention. While “pollution prevention” often equates with “compliance assurance,” it is actually much more. Pollution prevention involves evaluation and planning of activities with the objective to reduce, reuse and recycle. These three terms apply not only to the waste product, but also look at waste generati
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