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EIA Act Enforcement Rules Amended |
On November 11, an amendment to the Environmental Impact Assessment Act Enforcement Rules was formally announced. To promote the certification system, articles in the amendment increase and further clarify the regulations that govern the qualifications of |
On November 11, an amendment to the Environmental Impact Assessment Act Enforcement Rules was formally announced. To promote the certification system, articles in the amendment increase and further clarify the regulations that govern the qualifications of |
1999 |
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A look inside the EPA: The Bureau of Performance Evaluation and Dispute Settlement |
According to the Environmental Protection Administration Organization Statutes, the EPA’s Bureau of Performance Evaluation and Dispute Settlement is primarily responsible for developing environmental dispute appraisal and settlement regulations, assisting |
According to the Environmental Protection Administration Organization Statutes, the EPA’s Bureau of Performance Evaluation and Dispute Settlement is primarily responsible for developing environmental dispute appraisal and settlement regulations, assisting |
1999 |
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Supervision Evaluation & Dispute Resolution |
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Water Act to Be Significantly Revised |
The EPA is working on a major revision to the Water Pollution Control Act. In terms of controls, current auditing and punishment systems will be innovated and commercial sludge brought under control. Other changes will address wastewater reuse and demands |
The EPA is working on a major revision to the Water Pollution Control Act. In terms of controls, current auditing and punishment systems will be innovated and commercial sludge brought under control. Other changes will address wastewater reuse and demands |
1999 |
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Roadway Greening Plan Underway |
On October 9, the EPA’s Environmental Roadway Greening Plan was approved by the Executive Yuan. Over the next two years, two 20 meter belts of land provided by Taiwan Sugar on either sides of roads that delimit provincial and county lines will be planted |
On October 9, the EPA’s Environmental Roadway Greening Plan was approved by the Executive Yuan. Over the next two years, two 20 meter belts of land provided by Taiwan Sugar on either sides of roads that delimit provincial and county lines will be planted |
1999 |
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Climate Change |
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Recycling Plant for Discarded Consumer Electronics to Be Established |
In line with efforts to promote the establishment of discarded home appliance processing plants, the EPA estimates that the first of such plants will be completed by June of next year. Representatives of used goods dealers favor a flexible regulatory crit |
In line with efforts to promote the establishment of discarded home appliance processing plants, the EPA estimates that the first of such plants will be completed by June of next year. Representatives of used goods dealers favor a flexible regulatory crit |
1999 |
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Recycling |
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Recycling Fund Management Committee Established |
A Recycling Fund Management Committee (RFMC) was formally established on October 7. The RFMC will hold an interim meeting in the near future to discuss financial problems faced by the PET Bottle Recycling Fund. In related news, a Second Term Committee for |
A Recycling Fund Management Committee (RFMC) was formally established on October 7. The RFMC will hold an interim meeting in the near future to discuss financial problems faced by the PET Bottle Recycling Fund. In related news, a Second Term Committee for |
1999 |
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New Plan to Encourage Retirement of Older Motorcycles Readied |
The EPA recently finalized the compensation details of a new scheme to encourage the retirement of older motorcycles. According to the plan, any motorcycle over seven years old that is voluntarily retired can bring NT$1,000 in compensation funds from the |
The EPA recently finalized the compensation details of a new scheme to encourage the retirement of older motorcycles. According to the plan, any motorcycle over seven years old that is voluntarily retired can bring NT$1,000 in compensation funds from the |
1999 |
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Air Quality |
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Microbial Environmental Agents Regulated |
On October 3, the EPA announced the Guidelines Governing the Use of Micro-bioengineered Environmental Agents in Ecological Conservation or Water Source Protection Areas. In the future, users of more than 100 kilograms or liters of microbial environmental |
On October 3, the EPA announced the Guidelines Governing the Use of Micro-bioengineered Environmental Agents in Ecological Conservation or Water Source Protection Areas. In the future, users of more than 100 kilograms or liters of microbial environmental |
1999 |
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Toxic Substance Management |
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Leaded Gasoline to be Banned in 2000 |
On September 22, the EPA formally announced that, beginning January 1, 2000, motor vehicles will no longer be able use leaded gasoline. In special circumstances where leaded gasoline must be used, permission must be obtained from the competent authority p |
On September 22, the EPA formally announced that, beginning January 1, 2000, motor vehicles will no longer be able use leaded gasoline. In special circumstances where leaded gasoline must be used, permission must be obtained from the competent authority p |
1999 |
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Feature Article Nationwide Coastal Cleanup Plan Successfully Kicked-off |
With the implementation of a two-day weekend every other week, it is now more important than ever that the general public can enjoy a clean coastal environment. In September 1997, the EPA launched the Coastal Environment Cleanup and Conservation Plan and |
With the implementation of a two-day weekend every other week, it is now more important than ever that the general public can enjoy a clean coastal environment. In September 1997, the EPA launched the Coastal Environment Cleanup and Conservation Plan and |
1999 |
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Environmental Sanitation |
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EPA Studies Feasibility of Paper Recycling Stabilization Fund |
The worldwide decline in waste paper prices has put Taiwan’s paper recycling system on the verge of collapse. EPA Administrator Tsai Hsung-Hsiung promised that maximum efforts would be made to save the system and proposed three measures. Taiwan paper firm |
The worldwide decline in waste paper prices has put Taiwan’s paper recycling system on the verge of collapse. EPA Administrator Tsai Hsung-Hsiung promised that maximum efforts would be made to save the system and proposed three measures. Taiwan paper firm |
1999 |
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Recycling |
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EPA Proposes Revision to Air Act Amendment |
The Legislative Yuan (LY) recently completed a First Reading on a proposed amendment to the Air Pollution Control Act and made modifications to it. The EPA has since suggested a modifications to the LY’s version. The draft strengthens existing air quality |
The Legislative Yuan (LY) recently completed a First Reading on a proposed amendment to the Air Pollution Control Act and made modifications to it. The EPA has since suggested a modifications to the LY’s version. The draft strengthens existing air quality |
1999 |
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Air Quality |
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EPA Modifies Approach to Water Pollution Assistance Plan |
The Industrial Water Pollution Diagnosis and Assistance Plan continues to move forward with plans for 730 sites to be assisted this year and a goal of covering 90% of total island-wide industrial effluent. In the future, the Plan will focus on restoring t |
The Industrial Water Pollution Diagnosis and Assistance Plan continues to move forward with plans for 730 sites to be assisted this year and a goal of covering 90% of total island-wide industrial effluent. In the future, the Plan will focus on restoring t |
1999 |
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Water Quality |
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Dispute Settlement Act Enforcement Rules Partially Amended |
On October 7, an amendment to the Public Dispute Settlement Act Enforcement Rules was formally announced giving a clear regulatory criteria to the definition and content of environmental agreements. According to Article 28 of the Rules, firms that protect |
On October 7, an amendment to the Public Dispute Settlement Act Enforcement Rules was formally announced giving a clear regulatory criteria to the definition and content of environmental agreements. According to Article 28 of the Rules, firms that protect |
1999 |
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Supervision Evaluation & Dispute Resolution |
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Construction Site Air Pollution Control Criteria Developed |
In line with this year’s Street Cleanup Plan, the EPA is accelerating development of the Construction Project Air Pollution Control Regulations. The general principles of the regulations will be set first, followed by the regulatory criteria and detailed |
In line with this year’s Street Cleanup Plan, the EPA is accelerating development of the Construction Project Air Pollution Control Regulations. The general principles of the regulations will be set first, followed by the regulatory criteria and detailed |
1999 |
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Air Pollution |
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Amended EIA Enforcement Rules to Be Announced |
An amendment to the Environmental Impact Assessment Act Enforcement Rules was recently approved by the Executive Yuan and will be formally announced in the near future. The draft aims to further implement the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) certific |
An amendment to the Environmental Impact Assessment Act Enforcement Rules was recently approved by the Executive Yuan and will be formally announced in the near future. The draft aims to further implement the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) certific |
1999 |
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Environmental Impact Assessment |
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240 |
Air Pollution Permit Processing Efficiency Improves |
The EPA has endeavored to raise air pollution permitting efficiency and has gradually made progress over the years. Whereas the first round of permits took 108 days to process, the fifth round took 72 days or an improvement of |
The EPA has endeavored to raise air pollution permitting efficiency and has gradually made progress over the years. Whereas the first round of permits took 108 days to process, the fifth round took 72 days or an improvement of 32%. The average processing |
1999 |
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Air Quality |
print/V2/V2-05 |
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A look inside the EPA: Bureau of Environmental Sanitation and Toxic Chemicals Control |
According to the Environmental Protection Administration Organization Statutes, the EPA's Bureau of Environmental Sanitation and Toxic Chemicals Control is primarily responsible for drafting environmental sanitation and toxic chemical substance control po |
According to the Environmental Protection Administration Organization Statutes, the EPA's Bureau of Environmental Sanitation and Toxic Chemicals Control is primarily responsible for drafting environmental sanitation and toxic chemical substance control po |
1999 |
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Environmental Sanitation |
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7 EPA Takes Steps to Improve PET Bottle Recycling System |
The PET Bottle Recycling Fund has suffered losses to date of about NT$770 million. The reasons for this include an imbalanced rate structure, false reporting by firms and an inadequate apportionment of funds. In response, the EPA is currently developing m |
The PET Bottle Recycling Fund has suffered losses to date of about NT$770 million. The reasons for this include an imbalanced rate structure, false reporting by firms and an inadequate apportionment of funds. In response, the EPA is currently developing m |
1999 |
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Recycling |
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Recycling Fee Evaluation Committee Installation Regulations Amended |
On August 26, the EPA formally announced the amended Recycling Fee Evaluation Committee Installation Regulations. The amendment added rate evaluation principles of which one was to considerably raise the rates for recycling containers made of composite ma |
On August 26, the EPA formally announced the amended Recycling Fee Evaluation Committee Installation Regulations. The amendment added rate evaluation principles of which one was to considerably raise the rates for recycling containers made of composite ma |
1999 |
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Recycling |
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236 |
Pingtung County Listed as Low Sulfur Oil Control Area |
On August 19, the EPA formally announced Pingtung Countys listing as a low sulfur oil control area. Other such areas include Taipei City and County, Taoyuan County, Keelung County, Kaohsiung City and County, and Taichung City and County. Fuels that have a |
On August 19, the EPA formally announced Pingtung Countys listing as a low sulfur oil control area. Other such areas include Taipei City and County, Taoyuan County, Keelung County, Kaohsiung City and County, and Taichung City and County. Fuels that have a |
1999 |
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Air Quality |
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NCSD Implements National Energy Conference Resolutions |
The National Council for Sustainable Development (NCSD) recently commissioned the development of energy output standards or efficiency indicators for each industry as a reference for environmental impact assessment (EIA) of new facilities to be built by e |
The National Council for Sustainable Development (NCSD) recently commissioned the development of energy output standards or efficiency indicators for each industry as a reference for environmental impact assessment (EIA) of new facilities to be built by e |
1999 |
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Sustainable Development |
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Natural Gas Filling Station Promotion Efforts to Be Stepped Up |
Following the considerable efforts made by the EPA Administrator, a breakthrough was made with the Executive Yuan Premier to step up efforts to promote the installation of natural gas filling stations. Under the instruction of the MOEA, the Chinese Petrol |
Following the considerable efforts made by the EPA Administrator, a breakthrough was made with the Executive Yuan Premier to step up efforts to promote the installation of natural gas filling stations. Under the instruction of the MOEA, the Chinese Petrol |
1999 |
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Air Quality |
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Industrial Waste Controls to be Significantly Tightened |
A draft amendment to the Waste Disposal Act added the principles of “waste life-span liability” and burden of proof to industrial waste controls. The draft also added strict penalties and several criminal responsibilities. As trash disposal fee rates are |
A draft amendment to the Waste Disposal Act added the principles of “waste life-span liability” and burden of proof to industrial waste controls. The draft also added strict penalties and several criminal responsibilities. As trash disposal fee rates are |
1999 |
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waste |
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Government Budgets to Be Coordinated with Sustainable Development Work |
To integrate administrative agency budget allotments into sustainable development work, the EPA will compile National Council for Sustainable Development (NCSD) work group, use and budget classification information |
To integrate administrative agency budget allotments into sustainable development work, the EPA will compile National Council for Sustainable Development (NCSD) work group, use and budget classification information submitted from authorities. This work is |
1999 |
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Sustainable Development |
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Feature Article Feature Article:Industrial Waste Control Center Plan Moves Forward |
In 1996, an industrial waste management center was established and in August of this year, an industrial waste online reporting system (ORS) was implemented and waste disposal vehicles were fitted with global positioning systems (GPS). It is estimated tha |
In 1996, an industrial waste management center was established and in August of this year, an industrial waste online reporting system (ORS) was implemented and waste disposal vehicles were fitted with global positioning systems (GPS). It is estimated tha |
1999 |
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waste |
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EPA to Help Large State-owned Companies Improve Industrial Waste Disposal |
Following the formal announcement that 10 state-owned companies must report industrial waste via an online reporting system (ORS), the EPA continued to implement a plan that assists these firms with industrial waste disposal. The next step is for informat |
Following the formal announcement that 10 state-owned companies must report industrial waste via an online reporting system (ORS), the EPA continued to implement a plan that assists these firms with industrial waste disposal. The next step is for informat |
1999 |
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waste |
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EPA to Help Factories Achieve Wastewater Color Standards |
It is estimated that 10% to 15% of dyeing and finishing factories cannot comply with wastewater Color Standards under the Effluent Standards formally announced in July. The EPA will assist firms with making improvements or |
It is estimated that 10% to 15% of dyeing and finishing factories cannot comply with wastewater Color Standards under the Effluent Standards formally announced in July. The EPA will assist firms with making improvements or with importing treatment technol |
1999 |
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Water Quality |
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EPA Formulating Procedural Rules for EIA Review |
To ensure that Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) reviews are reasonable and fair, the EPA is drafting a set of procedural rules. Apart from stipulating the methods that can be used to shape conclusions, the procedural rules also place stipulations on |
To ensure that Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) reviews are reasonable and fair, the EPA is drafting a set of procedural rules. Apart from stipulating the methods that can be used to shape conclusions, the procedural rules also place stipulations on |
1999 |
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Environmental Impact Assessment |
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EPA Boosts Efforts to Phase Out Older High Polluting Motor Vehicles |
Although second-stage emission standards have been in place for years, many cars and motorcycles on the road today meet only stage one standards. In response, the EPA plans to significantly raise the vehicle upgrade subsidy to entice more owners to upgrad |
Although second-stage emission standards have been in place for years, many cars and motorcycles on the road today meet only stage one standards. In response, the EPA plans to significantly raise the vehicle upgrade subsidy to entice more owners to upgrad |
1999 |
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Air Quality |
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226 |
Environmental Personnel Installation Regulations to Be Loosened |
On August 26, the EPA formally announced an amendment to the Dedicated Environmental Protection Unit or Personnel Installation Regulations. According to the amended regulations, 24-hour installation of toxics control dedicated personnel will be cancelled, |
On August 26, the EPA formally announced an amendment to the Dedicated Environmental Protection Unit or Personnel Installation Regulations. According to the amended regulations, 24-hour installation of toxics control dedicated personnel will be cancelled, |
1999 |
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General Policy |
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Central Area Air Quality Improvement Plan Implemented |
On August 25, the Central Area Air Quality Improvement Plan was formally implemented. The Plan calls for all pollutants to be reduced by 3%. Taskforces will plan and coordinate pollution control measures in Taichung City/County, Changhua County and Nantou |
On August 25, the Central Area Air Quality Improvement Plan was formally implemented. The Plan calls for all pollutants to be reduced by 3%. Taskforces will plan and coordinate pollution control measures in Taichung City/County, Changhua County and Nantou |
1999 |
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Air Quality |
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224 |
Car and Motorcycle Recall Guidelines Announced |
On September 1, after having gone through many drafts over the years, the EPA formally announced the Car and Motorcycle Recall Guidelines. The guidelines will go into effect on January 1 of next year. According to the amended guidelines, infrared remote t |
On September 1, after having gone through many drafts over the years, the EPA formally announced the Car and Motorcycle Recall Guidelines. The guidelines will go into effect on January 1 of next year. According to the amended guidelines, infrared remote t |
1999 |
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Air Pollution |
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223 |
BOT/BOO Incinerator Construction Plan Actively Promoted |
A plan to promote the construction of BOT/BOO incinerators calls for 15 plants to be built with a total capacity of 8,500 metric tons per day. In line with the Executive Yuan’s domestic stimulus package, a contract to build one plant has been awarded and |
A plan to promote the construction of BOT/BOO incinerators calls for 15 plants to be built with a total capacity of 8,500 metric tons per day. In line with the Executive Yuan’s domestic stimulus package, a contract to build one plant has been awarded and |
1999 |
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waste |
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222 |
Amended Toxics Transportation Regulations Amended |
On August 19, in line with the system of regulating toxic chemical substances according to their classification and quantity, the EPA formally announced the amended Toxic Chemical Substances Transportation Regulations. The key points of the amendment incl |
On August 19, in line with the system of regulating toxic chemical substances according to their classification and quantity, the EPA formally announced the amended Toxic Chemical Substances Transportation Regulations. The key points of the amendment incl |
1999 |
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Toxic Substance Management |
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221 |
A Look Inside the EPA: The Bureau of Solid Waste Management |
According to the Environmental Protection Administration Organization Statutes, the EPA’s Bureau of Solid Waste Management is primarily responsible for managing waste and drafting soil contamination control policies and regulations; plotting, guiding and |
According to the Environmental Protection Administration Organization Statutes, the EPA’s Bureau of Solid Waste Management is primarily responsible for managing waste and drafting soil contamination control policies and regulations; plotting, guiding and |
1999 |
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waste |
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Seven Industrial Waste Items Listed for Recycling |
Pursuant to Article 31, Item 1 of the Commercial Waste Storage, Collection and Processing Methods and Implementation Standards, the EPA formally announced on July 31, the addition of waste wood (planks and chips), glass (bottles), ceramics (bricks, tiles |
Pursuant to Article 31, Item 1 of the Commercial Waste Storage, Collection and Processing Methods and Implementation Standards, the EPA formally announced on July 31, the addition of waste wood (planks and chips), glass (bottles), ceramics (bricks, tiles |
1999 |
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Recycling |
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219 |
LY Inquiries to the EPA Focus on Narrower Range of Issues |
It was found that during the 5th session of the Legislative Yuan (LY), inquiries addressed to the EPA on environmental issues focused on a narrower range of issues. The nature of most inquiries was controversial, |
It was found that during the 5th session of the Legislative Yuan (LY), inquiries addressed to the EPA on environmental issues focused on a narrower range of issues. The nature of most inquiries was controversial, universal, highly influential and closely |
1999 |
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General Policy |
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218 |
Installation Standards for Environmental Agent Factories Announced |
On August 12, after consulting with the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) and the Council of Labor Affairs (CLA), the EPA announced environmental agent factory installation standards. According to the new standards, new factories must comply with the st |
On August 12, after consulting with the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) and the Council of Labor Affairs (CLA), the EPA announced environmental agent factory installation standards. According to the new standards, new factories must comply with the st |
1999 |
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Toxic Substance Management |
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Health Risk Assessment to be Conducted at Former-RCA Site |
On July 28, the EPA approved the Former-RCA Site Groundwater Contamination Epidemiology Research and Risk Assessment Plan. The EPAs Former-RCA Site Incident Workgroup reached the following resolutions: 1) Immediately setup a Former-RCA Site Incident Epide |
On July 28, the EPA approved the Former-RCA Site Groundwater Contamination Epidemiology Research and Risk Assessment Plan. The EPAs Former-RCA Site Incident Workgroup reached the following resolutions: 1) Immediately setup a Former-RCA Site Incident Epide |
1999 |
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Soil and Groundwater |
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216 |
Government Policy EIA Targets Formally Announced |
On August 3, the EPA formally announced the Items for Assessing the Environmental Impact of Government Policies completing all related articles for EIA performance on policies. The announcement stipulates that large |
On August 3, the EPA formally announced the Items for Assessing the Environmental Impact of Government Policies completing all related articles for EIA performance on policies. The announcement stipulates that large development polices such as those for i |
1999 |
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Environmental Impact Assessment |
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Feature Article Five-River Cleanup Plan Opens New Chapter in Water Quality Improvement |
Cleanup of river pollution has been a core policy of the Bureau of Water Quality Protection Treatment since the Bureaus establishment. Large-scale cleanup work has continued without interruption, and has included early plans to treat a specified
Cleanup |
Cleanup of river pollution has been a core policy of the Bureau of Water Quality Protection Treatment since the Bureaus establishment. Large-scale cleanup work has continued without interruption, and has included early plans to treat a specified river in |
1999 |
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Water Quality |
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Executive Yuan Approves National Environmental Plan |
The National Environmental Protection Plan was approved by the Executive Yuan and implemented on July 2 of this year. Inline with the Comprehensive National Land Development Plan, it sets short-, medium- and long-term goals leading up to 2011 that include |
The National Environmental Protection Plan was approved by the Executive Yuan and implemented on July 2 of this year. Inline with the Comprehensive National Land Development Plan, it sets short-, medium- and long-term goals leading up to 2011 that include |
1999 |
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General Policy |
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213 |
EPA Steps Up Groundwater Remediation Efforts |
In response to the public’s increasing concern over groundwater contamination, the EPA has accelerated development of the Groundwater Contamination Remediation Procedures and a contamination and monitoring area delineation plan. In response to local autho |
In response to the public’s increasing concern over groundwater contamination, the EPA has accelerated development of the Groundwater Contamination Remediation Procedures and a contamination and monitoring area delineation plan. In response to local autho |
1999 |
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Soil and Groundwater |
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212 |
EPA Relaxes Air Pollution Permit Requirements for Specified Industries |
On August 5, the EPA announced a revision of rounds 1 through 7 of stationary pollution sources that require application for installation, modification and operation permits whereby pollution approval declaration regulations are loosened. Some industries |
On August 5, the EPA announced a revision of rounds 1 through 7 of stationary pollution sources that require application for installation, modification and operation permits whereby pollution approval declaration regulations are loosened. Some industries |
1999 |
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Air Quality |
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EPA Appreciates AmCham Environmental Concerns |
Controversy over the reasonableness of current waste disposal fee rates has prompted the EPA to draft an amendment that gives local authorities the discretion to set fee rates. The draft stipulates that cost calculations and levying methods should suit lo |
Controversy over the reasonableness of current waste disposal fee rates has prompted the EPA to draft an amendment that gives local authorities the discretion to set fee rates. The draft stipulates that cost calculations and levying methods should suit lo |
1999 |
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waste |
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EPA Announces Online Industrial Waste Declaration |
On August 1, the EPA announced 10 state-run enterprises and major firms to declare information regarding industrial waste via an Online Reporting System. The next round of targets to be announced on October 1 is to include disposal agents, medical institu |
On August 1, the EPA announced 10 state-run enterprises and major firms to declare information regarding industrial waste via an Online Reporting System. The next round of targets to be announced on October 1 is to include disposal agents, medical institu |
1999 |
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waste |
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Electric Motorcycles Listed for Priority Purchase by Government |
The EPA recently completed a draft of the Comprehensive Government Agency Purchasing Electric Motorcycle Work Guidelines. In the future, motorcycles purchased by the government at all levels must be electric motorcycles where feasible.
To encourage gover |
The EPA recently completed a draft of the Comprehensive Government Agency Purchasing Electric Motorcycle Work Guidelines. In the future, motorcycles purchased by the government at all levels must be electric motorcycles where feasible.
To encourage gover |
1999 |
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Climate Change |
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EIA Air Quality Modeling Requirements Announced |
According to Article 49 of the Development Activity EIA Work Procedures, the EPA set the scope of models for air quality estimation technology and completed formal announcement on July 28. The technical scope lists approved air quality forecasting models |
According to Article 49 of the Development Activity EIA Work Procedures, the EPA set the scope of models for air quality estimation technology and completed formal announcement on July 28. The technical scope lists approved air quality forecasting models |
1999 |
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Environmental Impact Assessment |
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Dry Cleaners Targeted for Solvent RecoveryRequirements |
Th EPA is preparing controls that shall require dry cleaning businesses to recover their organic solvents. Newly established firms shall be required to recover 95% of their tetrachloroethylene while existing firms will have to |
The EPA is preparing controls that shall require dry cleaning businesses to recover their organic solvents. Newly established firms shall be required to recover 95% of their tetrachloroethylene while existing firms will have to recover 90% of their petro |
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Drinking Water Protection Zone Delineation Hastened |
With drinking water source water quality protection zone delineation work behind schedule, the EPA plans to speed up the process by requiring local government to first delineate 400,000 acres of national forest land . The EPA also |
With drinking water source water quality protection zone delineation work behind schedule, the EPA plans to speed up the process by requiring local government to first delineate 400,000 acres of national forest land . The EPA also recently earmarked NT$26 |
1999 |
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Controls on General Waste Recyclers to be Relaxed |
On August 5, the EPA formally announced an amendment to a portion of articles in the Public and Private Waste Disposal Organization Management and Assistance Regulations. To encourage private sector participation in general waste recycling, simple general |
On August 5, the EPA formally announced an amendment to a portion of articles in the Public and Private Waste Disposal Organization Management and Assistance Regulations. To encourage private sector participation in general waste recycling, simple general |
1999 |
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Amendment to Toxics Detection and Warning Guidelines Announced |
August 5, the EPA formally announced an amendment to Articles 4 and 5 of the Toxic Chemical Substances Detection and Warning Equipment, Installation and Operation Guidelines. The new guidelines loosen the operator permit application procedures. When firms |
August 5, the EPA formally announced an amendment to Articles 4 and 5 of the Toxic Chemical Substances Detection and Warning Equipment, Installation and Operation Guidelines. The new guidelines loosen the operator permit application procedures. When firms |
1999 |
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Toxic Substance Management |
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A Look Inside the EPA The Bureau of Water Quality Protection |
According to the Environmental Protection Administration Organization Statutes, the EPAs Bureau of Water Quality Protection is responsible for the following primary duties: drafting water quality protection policies and regulations; plotting, guiding and |
According to the Environmental Protection Administration Organization Statutes, the EPAs Bureau of Water Quality Protection is responsible for the following primary duties: drafting water quality protection policies and regulations; plotting, guiding and |
1999 |
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Taiwan Steps Up Promotion of Electric Motorcycles |
There were 15 million motor vehicles in Taiwan at the end of 1997. Of these, two-thirds were motorcycles (including scooters), and the total number has grown at a continuously high rate for the past ten years. The number of 50cc motorcycles, for example, |
There were 15 million motor vehicles in Taiwan at the end of 1997. Of these, two-thirds were motorcycles (including scooters), and the total number has grown at a continuously high rate for the past ten years. The number of 50cc motorcycles, for example, |
1999 |
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Taiwan Makes Contributions During “Year of the Ocean” |
In June, 1998, Taiwan was appointed “lead shepherd” of the APEC Marine Resource Conservation (MRC) Working Group for a two year term. To carry out related work, Taiwan established an MRC Working Group Secretariat (WGS) composed of marine resource conserva |
In June, 1998, Taiwan was appointed “lead shepherd” of the APEC Marine Resource Conservation (MRC) Working Group for a two year term. To carry out related work, Taiwan established an MRC Working Group Secretariat (WGS) composed of marine resource conserva |
1999 |
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R.O.C. to Strengthen Groundwater Pollution Control |
On July 22, the National Council for Sustainable Development (NCSD) convened the Symposium on Sustainable Groundwater Management attended by parties from all circles. Resolutions reached at the meeting included strengthening of groundwater monitoring and |
On July 22, the National Council for Sustainable Development (NCSD) convened the Symposium on Sustainable Groundwater Management attended by parties from all circles. Resolutions reached at the meeting included strengthening of groundwater monitoring and |
1999 |
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Soil and Groundwater |
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Industrial Parks to be Checked for Groundwater Contamination in FY 1999 |
Due to the high frequency of groundwater and soil contamination incidents, the EPA will investigate Taiwan’s 20 industrial parks. Targeted sectors include the petrochemical, electronic, and agro-chemical industries, as well as gas stations. Test targets i |
Due to the high frequency of groundwater and soil contamination incidents, the EPA will investigate Taiwan’s 20 industrial parks. Targeted sectors include the petrochemical, electronic, and agro-chemical industries, as well as gas stations. Test targets i |
1999 |
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Soil and Groundwater |
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Garbage Collection Fee Rates to be Set Locally |
Controversy over the reasonableness of current waste disposal fee rates has prompted the EPA to draft an amendment that gives local authorities the discretion to set fee rates. The draft stipulates that cost calculations and levying methods should suit lo |
Controversy over the reasonableness of current waste disposal fee rates has prompted the EPA to draft an amendment that gives local authorities the discretion to set fee rates. The draft stipulates that cost calculations and levying methods should suit lo |
1999 |
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Fuel Sulfur Content Limit to be Lowered In Pingtung County |
To improve air quality in the Kaohsiung-Pingtung Air Quality Area, the EPA recently concluded discussions with relevant agencies to bring stationary pollution source fuel sulfur content in Pingtung County under control and reduce its lower limit from 0.1% |
To improve air quality in the Kaohsiung-Pingtung Air Quality Area, the EPA recently concluded discussions with relevant agencies to bring stationary pollution source fuel sulfur content in Pingtung County under control and reduce its lower limit from 0.1% |
1999 |
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Executive Yuan Approves National Environmental Plan |
The National Environmental Protection Plan was approved by the Executive Yuan and implemented on July 2 of this year. Inline with the Comprehensive National Land Development Plan, it sets short-, medium- and long-term goals |
The National Environmental Protection Plan was approved by the Executive Yuan and implemented on July 2 of this year. Inline with the Comprehensive National Land Development Plan, it sets short-, medium- and long-term goals leading up to 2011 that include |
1999 |
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EPA to Review Eco-Label System Inline with ISO Standards |
With ISO 14020 approval expected before year-end, Green Mark Committee members have recommended that Taiwan’s eco-label system specifications be amended to reflect the latest international developments. They noted that, as the Government Green Purchasing |
With ISO 14020 approval expected before year-end, Green Mark Committee members have recommended that Taiwan’s eco-label system specifications be amended to reflect the latest international developments. They noted that, as the Government Green Purchasing |
1999 |
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EPA Takes Over UV Ray Forecasting Efforts |
Following completion of a trial year of ultraviolet (UV) ray forecasting by National Taiwan Universitys Global Change Center and the Environmental Quality Committee, the EPA in July took over daily forecasting work and ongoing expansion efforts. The EPA p |
Following completion of a trial year of ultraviolet (UV) ray forecasting by National Taiwan Universitys Global Change Center and the Environmental Quality Committee, the EPA in July took over daily forecasting work and ongoing expansion efforts. The EPA p |
1999 |
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EPA Revises Controls Governing Listed Toxic Chemicals |
The Toxic Chemical Substances Control Act amended last year added new group and quantity mechanisms to toxic chemical control. The EPA has since compiled all listed toxics, revised them according to the new controls and re-announced them. Apart from class |
The Toxic Chemical Substances Control Act amended last year added new group and quantity mechanisms to toxic chemical control. The EPA has since compiled all listed toxics, revised them according to the new controls and re-announced them. Apart from class |
1999 |
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Toxic Substance Management |
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EPA Middle Management Reshuffled |
The EPA recently reassigned its Division Directors to broaden their ability to analyze diverse environmental issues and to cultivate a cooperative spirit between Divisions.
On July 1, the EPA recently reassigned 14 EPA Division Directors or 47% of some 30 |
The EPA recently reassigned its Division Directors to broaden their ability to analyze diverse environmental issues and to cultivate a cooperative spirit between Divisions.
On July 1, the EPA recently reassigned 14 EPA Division Directors or 47% of some 30 |
1999 |
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EPA Conducts Over 3,000 Air Pollution Technical Assistance Cases |
The EPA has continued to assist firms with air pollution source improvements. Over the past two years, more than 3,000 technical assistance cases were conducted. A large proportion of them were in control equipment construction and repair, and control equ |
The EPA has continued to assist firms with air pollution source improvements. Over the past two years, more than 3,000 technical assistance cases were conducted. A large proportion of them were in control equipment construction and repair, and control equ |
1999 |
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A Look Inside the EPA The Bureau of Air Quality Protection and Noise Control |
According to the Environmental Protection Organization Statutes, the EPAs Air Quality Protection and Noise Control Bureau is primarily responsible for formulating air, noise and vibration pollution control policies and regulations, foul odor and stationar |
According to the Environmental Protection Organization Statutes, the EPAs Air Quality Protection and Noise Control Bureau is primarily responsible for formulating air, noise and vibration pollution control policies and regulations, foul odor and stationar |
1999 |
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Noise Control |
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The National Energy Conference Reaches Conclusions on Greenhouse Gas Reduction |
The National Energy Conference reached conclusions on greenhouse gas reduction targets and how to achieve them. It was emphasized that market forces should be respected regarding industry adjustments and that nuclear power is the least favorable approach |
The National Energy Conference reached conclusions on greenhouse gas reduction targets and how to achieve them. It was emphasized that market forces should be respected regarding industry adjustments and that nuclear power is the least favorable approach |
1999 |
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Taiwan Heads up APEC Marine Resource Conservation Working Group |
EPA Water Quality Protection Bureau Director General Gwo-dong Roam lead a delegation from Taiwan to attend the 11th APEC Marine Resource Conservation (MRC) Working Group meeting, at which time Taiwan was appointed “lead shepherd.” As this year has been na |
EPA Water Quality Protection Bureau Director General Gwo-dong Roam lead a delegation from Taiwan to attend the 11th APEC Marine Resource Conservation (MRC) Working Group meeting, at which time Taiwan was appointed “lead shepherd.” As this year has been na |
1999 |
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Study Recommends Strengthening EMS Incentives |
In addition to implementing research and discussion on EMS related policies, the EPA has contracted consulting organizations to audit companies that have already been certified to the ISO 14001 standard. EMS certification assistance has also been provide |
In addition to implementing research and discussion on EMS related policies, the EPA has contracted consulting organizations to audit companies that have already been certified to the ISO 14001 standard. EMS certification assistance has also been provide |
1999 |
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Studies Indicate 80% of Urban Air Pollution Created by Motor Vehicles |
The EPA took advantage of routine air raid drills in three major urban areas to take air quality readings. The results indicated that CO and NOx concentrations fell by about 80% after vehicles came to a halt and that levels quickly returned to normal once |
The EPA took advantage of routine air raid drills in three major urban areas to take air quality readings. The results indicated that CO and NOx concentrations fell by about 80% after vehicles came to a halt and that levels quickly returned to normal once |
1999 |
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R.O.C. and Canada Initiate Mutual Recognition of Eco-label Schemes |
Following Canada's lead, the EPA's Eco-label Review Committee recently passed jointly developed drafts of eco-label specification standards for computer pointing devices and keyboards. As Taiwan and Canada have already agreed to mutually recognize eco-lab |
Following Canada's lead, the EPA's Eco-label Review Committee recently passed jointly developed drafts of eco-label specification standards for computer pointing devices and keyboards. As Taiwan and Canada have already agreed to mutually recognize eco-lab |
1999 |
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Public Petitions for Environmental Improvement on the Rise |
A record number of public petitions in 1997 indicate an increasing public demand for improved environmental quality. Moreover, the nature of the petitions shifted back to the personal side with garbage, noise pollution and foul odors topping the list of c |
A record number of public petitions in 1997 indicate an increasing public demand for improved environmental quality. Moreover, the nature of the petitions shifted back to the personal side with garbage, noise pollution and foul odors topping the list of c |
1999 |
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Supervision Evaluation & Dispute Resolution |
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General Industrial Waste Exchange Operational Review Guidelines Readied |
A new EPA regulation will bring industrial waste exchange centers into the legal system eleven years after they were first founded. In the future, an application for reuse will automatically meet regulation requirements once the firm is registered, matche |
A new EPA regulation will bring industrial waste exchange centers into the legal system eleven years after they were first founded. In the future, an application for reuse will automatically meet regulation requirements once the firm is registered, matche |
1999 |
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Feature Article The History and Performance of the R.O.C.'s EIA System |
Prior to the Environmental Impact Assessment Act becoming law in December, 1994, a range of environmental impact assessment (EIA) policies and activities were being implemented. In 1985, fourteen major projects including the Liwuhsi |
Prior to the Environmental Impact Assessment Act becoming law in December, 1994, a range of environmental impact assessment (EIA) policies and activities were being implemented. In 1985, fourteen major projects including the Liwuhsi Hydroelectric Power St |
1999 |
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Environmental Impact Assessment |
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EPA to Announce Third Round of General Industrial Waste Items for Reuse |
To broaden the recycling and reuse of general industrial waste, the EPA has prepared a draft of the third round of industrial waste items for recycling and reuse to be formally announced. Items in the latest round include waste bleaching earth, wood (whol |
To broaden the recycling and reuse of general industrial waste, the EPA has prepared a draft of the third round of industrial waste items for recycling and reuse to be formally announced. Items in the latest round include waste bleaching earth, wood (whol |
1999 |
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EPA Announces “Responsible Toxics Use Award” Regulations |
In October, the EPA formally announced the Toxic Chemical Substances Responsible Use Award Regulations. In the future, toxic substance users or responsible parties that do not violate the Toxic Chemical Substances Control Act over a ten year period, make |
In October, the EPA formally announced the Toxic Chemical Substances Responsible Use Award Regulations. In the future, toxic substance users or responsible parties that do not violate the Toxic Chemical Substances Control Act over a ten year period, make |
1999 |
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Toxic Substance Management |
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EPA Actively Promotes Remote Sensing of Car Emissions |
Remote emissions sensing has been in place for three years with some 2.1 million cars having been checked. The EPA now plans to strengthen these efforts, but since accuracy is not yet reliable, remote sensing will be used as a tool for pinpointing emissio |
Remote emissions sensing has been in place for three years with some 2.1 million cars having been checked. The EPA now plans to strengthen these efforts, but since accuracy is not yet reliable, remote sensing will be used as a tool for pinpointing emissio |
1999 |
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Environmental Policy Monthly Completes First Year of Circulation: A Word from the Editor-in-Chief |
Both environmental protection and internationalization are key policy objectives of the Taiwan government. Because environmental regulations and policies affect international investment decisions, it is important that environmental policy |
Both environmental protection and internationalization are key policy objectives of the Taiwan government. Because environmental regulations and policies affect international investment decisions, it is important that environmental policy developments and |
1999 |
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EIA of Former RCA Site to Include Health Risk Assessment |
A list of individuals who have contracted cancer from the RCA soil pollution incident in Taoyuan County was recently released by a local environmental group, seizing media and public attention. EPA Administrator Tsai Hsung-hsiung indicated that pollution |
A list of individuals who have contracted cancer from the RCA soil pollution incident in Taoyuan County was recently released by a local environmental group, seizing media and public attention. EPA Administrator Tsai Hsung-hsiung indicated that pollution |
1999 |
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Environmental Impact Assessment |
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Draft of Recycling Organization Management Regulations Completed |
The EPA completed a draft of management and assistance guidelines to manage recycling organizations. In the future, organizations that want to collect recycling subsidy funds must register as a certified recycling organization and controls on them must me |
The EPA completed a draft of management and assistance guidelines to manage recycling organizations. In the future, organizations that want to collect recycling subsidy funds must register as a certified recycling organization and controls on them must me |
1999 |
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Articles in the Public Dispute Settlement Act Enforcement Rules to be Amended |
Draft amendments to articles in the enforcement guidelines portion of the Act have already been readied. The articles clearly stipulate that after receiving an application for arbitration, the Arbitration Committee must set a date for arbitration within o |
Draft amendments to articles in the enforcement guidelines portion of the Act have already been readied. The articles clearly stipulate that after receiving an application for arbitration, the Arbitration Committee must set a date for arbitration within o |
1999 |
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Supervision Evaluation & Dispute Resolution |
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Air Pollution Permitting Regulations to be Streamlined |
The EPA is preparing to amend current air pollution permitting regulations that will loosen air permitting requirements in 10 manufacturing processes. Once the scope of the regulations has been evaluated, the EPA will then re-evaluate certification and pe |
The EPA is preparing to amend current air pollution permitting regulations that will loosen air permitting requirements in 10 manufacturing processes. Once the scope of the regulations has been evaluated, the EPA will then re-evaluate certification and pe |
1999 |
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A Look Inside the EPA The Comprehensive Planning Bureau |
According to the series of regulations establishing the EPA's organizational structure, the EPA's Comprehensive Planning Bureau is primarily responsible for policy formulation, administrative policy planning, personnel training, international |
According to the series of regulations establishing the EPA's organizational structure, the EPA's Comprehensive Planning Bureau is primarily responsible for policy formulation, administrative policy planning, personnel training, international cooperation, |
1999 |
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1999 Waste Electric Appliance Recycling Fee Rates Formally Announced |
On June 15, 1998, a meeting of the Electronic Appliance Resource Recycling Fund Management Committee set recycling incentive rebates and collection and storage fee rates for waste televisions, washing machines, refrigerators, and air |
On June 15, 1998, a meeting of the Electronic Appliance Resource Recycling Fund Management Committee set recycling incentive rebates and collection and storage fee rates for waste televisions, washing machines, refrigerators, and air conditioners and spac |
1999 |
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Stationary Air Pollution Source Continuous Emission Monitoring Standards to be Revised |
To make regulations more reasonable, the EPA decided to revise the Air Emission Standards used in automatic monitoring of stationary pollution sources. For pollution sources using CEM to monitor particulate matter opacity, visual smoke detection will be e |
To make regulations more reasonable, the EPA decided to revise the Air Emission Standards used in automatic monitoring of stationary pollution sources. For pollution sources using CEM to monitor particulate matter opacity, visual smoke detection will be e |
1998 |
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Stationary Air Pollution Fee Rates Formally Announced |
On May 15, the EPA formally announced the air pollution fee rates for 1999. Of them, the rates levied according to fuel type remain unchanged whereas those for SOx and NOx at stationary pollution sources vary according to prevention area and emission conc |
On May 15, the EPA formally announced the air pollution fee rates for 1999. Of them, the rates levied according to fuel type remain unchanged whereas those for SOx and NOx at stationary pollution sources vary according to prevention area and emission conc |
1998 |
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Soil Pollution Control Act Readied |
A great deal of importance has recently been placed on groundwater and soil pollution problems. In response to these problems, the EPA recently drafted the Soil Pollution Control Act and discussed the draft with various environmental |
A great deal of importance has recently been placed on groundwater and soil pollution problems. In response to these problems, the EPA recently drafted the Soil Pollution Control Act and discussed the draft with various environmental agencies on April 29, |
1998 |
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Soil and Groundwater |
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R.O.C. and USA to Cooperate on Asia-Pacific Environmental Protection Efforts |
As part of efforts to further international and bilateral cooperation, the R.O.C. EPA and US representative, during a recent review meeting of the USA-ROC Bilateral Environmental Cooperation Agreement, reached the following understandings: 1) future coope |
As part of efforts to further international and bilateral cooperation, the R.O.C. EPA and US representative, during a recent review meeting of the USA-ROC Bilateral Environmental Cooperation Agreement, reached the following understandings: 1) future coope |
1998 |
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Public Hearing Held on Toxics Detection and Warning Guidelines |
Article 17 of the Toxic Chemical Substances Control Act stipulates that toxic substance transshipment sites must install detection and warning equipment that is in-line with EPA regulations. The EPA recently drafted the Toxic Chemical |
Article 17 of the Toxic Chemical Substances Control Act stipulates that toxic substance transshipment sites must install detection and warning equipment that is in-line with EPA regulations. The EPA recently drafted the Toxic Chemical Substances Detection |
1998 |
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Toxic Substance Management |
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Motor Vehicle Recall and Repair Guidelines to be Announced |
Article 25 of the Air Pollution Control Act stipulates that motor vehicles in use that do not meet emission standards due to flawed design or installation must be recalled and repaired by the manufacturer or importer within a specified period of time. |
Article 25 of the Air Pollution Control Act stipulates that motor vehicles in use that do not meet emission standards due to flawed design or installation must be recalled and repaired by the manufacturer or importer within a specified period of time. To |
1998 |
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Methane to be Eliminated from VOC Standards |
As methane is not a precursor of ozone and related testing techniques are already mature, the EPA recently announced an amendment to the Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Air Pollution Control and Emission Standards whereby methane would be eliminated from |
As methane is not a precursor of ozone and related testing techniques are already mature, the EPA recently announced an amendment to the Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Air Pollution Control and Emission Standards whereby methane would be eliminated from |
1998 |
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Initial Structure of Publicly Operated Recycling Fund Confirmed |
The EPA drafted the Regulations Governing the Collection, Safekeeping and Use of the Resource Recycling Management Fund (hereinafter referred to as the “Recycling Fund”) and designed the organization chart for the Recycling |
The EPA drafted the Regulations Governing the Collection, Safekeeping and Use of the Resource Recycling Management Fund (hereinafter referred to as the “Recycling Fund”) and designed the organization chart for the Recycling Fund Management Committee.The d |
1998 |
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Government Purchasing Act to Add Article on Green Consumerism |
Eco-labeling According to Article 96 of the Government Purchasing Act passed by the Legislative Yuan on May 1, government agencies must stipulate in their bid invitations that preference be given to products displaying the government-recognized Green |
Eco-labeling According to Article 96 of the Government Purchasing Act passed by the Legislative Yuan on May 1, government agencies must stipulate in their bid invitations that preference be given to products displaying the government-recognized Green Ma |
1998 |
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Eco-labeling |
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Electric Powered Vehicle Subsidy to be Doubled |
Climate Change To stimulate purchases of electric powered vehicles, the EPA recently amended the electric vehicle allowance guidelines doubling the subsidy amount. The EPA allocated NT$40 million in subsidy funds for 1999. |
Climate Change To stimulate purchases of electric powered vehicles, the EPA recently amended the electric vehicle allowance guidelines doubling the subsidy amount. The EPA allocated NT$40 million in subsidy funds for 1999. |
1998 |
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Climate Change |
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Drinking Water Protection Zones to be Delineated in Two-Stages |
Water Quality An amendment to the Drinking Water Management Statutes implemented on May 21, 1997 stipulates that within one year local governments must develop the scope of drinking water source water quality protection zones (hereafter referred to |
Water Quality An amendment to the Drinking Water Management Statutes implemented on May 21, 1997 stipulates that within one year local governments must develop the scope of drinking water source water quality protection zones (hereafter referred to as “ |
1998 |
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Dispute Settlement Investigation to Use Remote Monitoring Technology |
Supervision Evaluation & Dispute Resolution On May 23, 1998, the EPA’s Bureau of Performance Evaluation and Dispute Management showed the results of research that employed remote monitoring technology on public dispute decisions. The Bureau noted that t |
Supervision Evaluation & Dispute Resolution On May 23, 1998, the EPA’s Bureau of Performance Evaluation and Dispute Management showed the results of research that employed remote monitoring technology on public dispute decisions. The Bureau noted that t |
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Supervision Evaluation & Dispute Resolution |
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Amendments to the Public Dispute Settlement Act Passed |
Supervision Evaluation & Dispute Resolution Amendments to the Public Dispute Settlement Act were passed by the Legislative Yuan on May 15, 1998.In the past, the Public Dispute Settlement Act required that businesses sign a Public Dispute Control Agreeme |
Supervision Evaluation & Dispute Resolution Amendments to the Public Dispute Settlement Act were passed by the Legislative Yuan on May 15, 1998.In the past, the Public Dispute Settlement Act required that businesses sign a Public Dispute Control Agreeme |
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Supervision Evaluation & Dispute Resolution |
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Amendments to the Air Pollution Control Act Enforcement Rules Under Consideration |
Air Quality The first reading of an amendment to the Air Pollution Control Act was completed by the Domestic Affairs Committee of the Legislative Yuan at the end of last year. To coordinate the revision of the Act and to begin to study related regulatio |
Air Quality The first reading of an amendment to the Air Pollution Control Act was completed by the Domestic Affairs Committee of the Legislative Yuan at the end of last year. To coordinate the revision of the Act and to begin to study related regulatio |
1998 |
12 |
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12 |
1 |
2 |
Air Quality |
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157 |
Amendments to Air Pollution Fee Regulations Announced |
Air Quality According to a draft amendment to the Regulations Governing the Collection of Air Pollution Control Fees announced by the EPA on May 13, 1998, air pollution control fees (hereinafter referred to as “the fees”) will be levied on |
Air Quality According to a draft amendment to the Regulations Governing the Collection of Air Pollution Control Fees announced by the EPA on May 13, 1998, air pollution control fees (hereinafter referred to as “the fees”) will be levied on stationary po |
1998 |
12 |
1 |
12 |
1 |
2 |
Air Quality |
print/V1/V1-12 |