Tools for Tribes
The information below was provided by US EPA following a request at the April 18, 2024 meeting.
Information on Tribes with TAS(Treatment as a Sovereign)/WQS (Water Quality Standards):
- Link to list of Tribes with TAS for WQS, including dates: https://www.epa.gov/wqs-tech/epa-actions-tribal-water-quality-standards-and-contacts
- List of tools available for Tribes interested in pursuing TAS: https://www.epa.gov/wqs-tech/tribes-and-water-quality-standards
Activities with PFAS/Drinking Water:
- Tribal Consultation related to Drinking Water and PFAS: https://tcots.epa.gov/ords/tcotspub/f?p=106:5::1373::RR,2
- TSCA PFAS Activity: https://www.epa.gov/assessing-and-managing-chemicals-under-tsca/risk-management-and-polyfluoroalkyl-substances-pfas
- Additional links and information:
Up-Coming Initiatives
Please note DUE DATES within the titles.
Ocean Acidification in Alaska: ACCAP Webinar – Feb 25
This Alaska Center for Climate Change and Policy (ACCAP) webinar will feature researchers with the University of Alaska Fairbanks and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) who are monitoring ocean acidification in coastal waters around Alaska and...
Coastal Habitat Restoration and Resilience Grants for Tribes and Underserved Communities: NOAA Webinar – Feb 24
Learn more about the Coastal Habitat Restoration and Resilience Grants for Tribes and Underserved Communities funding opportunity from the National Ocean and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Through this funding, NOAA will help support community-driven habitat...
February Drought & Climate Outlook: NIDIS Webinar – Feb 24
This webinar from the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS). www.drought.gov, will discuss the current regional conditions and outlooks in the Pacific Northwest, including cascading natural hazards from drought and the impacts of the most recent heat...
February Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing: ACCAP Webinar – Feb 21
The Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) will review recent and current climate conditions around Alaska, discuss forecasting tools, and finish up with the Climate Prediction Center’s forecast for March 2025 and the early spring season....
ITEP’s Tribal Brownfields Knowledge Circle – Feb 20
Join a gathering of the Tribal Brownfields Knowledge Circle for a discussion of shared responsibilities to community, and how to move forward with resilience and strength in uncertain times. Join the Zoom Meeting at 10:00 Alaska, 11:00 Pacific, 12:00...
Tribal Data Drop-In with the Tribal Exchange Network Group – Feb 20
The monthly Tribal Data Drop-In session brings together experts on all things data to share information, answer questions, and build connections. Whether you are looking to learn more about a specific topic, share your knowledge, or just spend some time getting to...
ITEP’s Grants Office Hour – Feb 19, 26
The Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals (ITEP) is now hosting weekly grants office hours on Wednesdays for Tribes to discuss grant-related topics. Join the Zoom Meeting at 9:00 Alaska,10:00 Pacific, 11:00 Mountain. Meeting ID: 659 096 3943. Password:...
Intro to ECHO: EPA Webinar – Feb 20
This webinar will explore how to use some of the data visualization tools on EPA’s Enforcement and Compliance History Online (ECHO): ECHO including EPA/State Dashboards, EPA/State Comparative Maps, and PFAS Analytic Tools. Register
PNW Tribal Network Meeting – Feb 19
The next meeting of the PNW Tribal Network will include a discussion of the Squaxin Island Story Map, NWFP ATNI Tribal Hub, and more. Join the Zoom meeting at 10:00 am Pacific. Meeting ID: 922 9124 2097. Passcode: 439196 Join by phone: 1-346-248-7799
ANTHC Monthly Statewide GAP Webinar – Feb 19
Join the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium and EPA for the monthly statewide webinar on all things GAP. This month’s webinar will focus on Grants.gov and Sam.gov. As ANTHC is hosting a webinar on these topics, EPA Region 10 will not be hosting a second NOFA...