EPA ETV and SBIR Programs Regional Technology Workshop, EPA Region 2, October 7-8, 2008

Agenda
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
8:00 a.m.	Registration (30th Floor, Pre-Function Area) Exhibits Open
8:30 a.m.	Welcome (30th Floor, Rooms 1-3) Alan Steinberg, Regional Administrator, EPA Region 2 Sally Gutierrez, Director, EPA National Risk Management Research Laboratory

8:45 a.m.	Plenary Session (30th Floor, Rooms 1-3)
8:45	Region 2 Technology Information Needs and Priorities Andrew Bellina, Regional Technology Advocate, EPA Region 2
9:00	Environmental Technology Verification (ETV) Program Teresa Harten, Director, EPA ETV Program
9:15	Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program James Gallup, Director, EPA SBIR Program
9:30	Discussion

9:40 a.m.	Break – Exhibits Open (30th Floor, Pre-Function Area)
10:00 a.m.	Water Session 1A: Water Monitoring Technologies (30th Floor, Rooms 1-3) Session Chair: Douglas Pabst, EPA Region 2
10:00	Region 2 Water Monitoring Technology Priorities Douglas Pabst, EPA Region 2
10:10	SBIR Vendor: Improved Rapid Detector for Viable Waterborne Pathogens Richard Montagna, Innovative Biotechnologies International, Inc. (Grand Island, NY)
10:40	ETV Verification of Advanced Water Monitoring Systems Amy Dindal, ETV Advanced Monitoring Systems Center, Battelle Vito Minei, Division of Environmental Quality, Suffolk County Department of Health Services Topics: Beach water quality screening tools Multi-parameter water monitors Estrogen ELISA test kits Nutrient monitors
11:40	Discussion: Ideas for Collaboration

10:00 a.m.	Air Session 2A: Air Monitoring Technologies (27th Floor, Room 27A) Session Chair: Avi Teitz, EPA Region 2
10:00	ETV Verification of Advanced Air Monitoring Systems Tom Kelly, ETV Advanced Monitoring Systems Center, Battelle Philip Galvin, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Topics: Chemiluminescent ozone analyzers Leak detection and repair (LDAR) technologies Hydrogen sulfide and ammonia monitors at CAFOs Mercury emission monitors
11:00	SBIR Vendor: Remote Sensing Instrument for On-Road Heavy-Duty Diesel NO_x and PM Sensitive and Affordable Compact Ammonia Monitor Continuous Real Time PM_2.5 Chemical Speciation Monitor for Ambient Aerosols Scott Herndon, Aerodyne Research, Inc. (Billerica, MA)
11:30	Region 2 Air Monitoring Technology Priorities Avi Teitz, EPA Region 2
11:40	Discussion: Ideas for Collaboration

12:00 noon	Lunch on Your Own – Exhibits Open (30th Floor, Pre-Function Area)
1:00 p.m.	Water Session 1B: Drinking Water Treatment Technologies (30th Floor, Rooms 1-3) Session Chair: Bruce Kiselica, EPA Region 2
1:00	EPA Region 2 Drinking Water Technology Priorities Bruce Kiselica, EPA Region 2
1:10	SBIR Vendor: Inexpensive Drinking Water Chlorination Unit for Small Communities Benjamin Slote, Reactive Innovations, LLC (Littleton, MA)
1:40	ETV Verification of Drinking Water Treatment Systems Bruce Bartley, ETV Drinking Water Systems Center, NSF International Jeff Adams, ETV Drinking Water Systems Center, EPA Office of Research and Development Topics: Membrane/sorption and ultraviolet technologies for surface/ground water microbiological contamination (LT2-SWTR) Emergency mobile package or POE/POU treatment technologies
2:40	Discussion: Ideas for Collaboration

1:00 p.m.	Air Session 2B: Greenhouse Gas and Energy Technologies (27th Floor, Room 27A) Session Chair: John Filippelli, EPA Region 2
1:00	ETV Verification of Greenhouse Gas Technologies Tim Hansen, ETV Greenhouse Gas Technology Center, Southern Research Institute James Foster, Transportation and Power Systems Research, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority Topics: Green building technologies Combined heat and power technologies (microturbines, fuel cells, and internal combustion engines; collaborations with NYSERDA in New York City and State) Waste-to-energy and biomass-to-energy technologies
1:55	Region 2 Greenhouse Gas/Energy Technology Priorities John Filippelli, EPA Region 2
2:05	SBIR Vendor: Handheld Laser-Based Sensor for Remote Detection of Gas Leaks Mickey Frish, Physical Sciences, Inc. (Andover, MA)
2:30	Environmental and Sustainable Technology Evaluation of Fuel Characteristics and Emissions from Biomass Co-Fired Boilers Tim Hansen, Southern Research Institute James Mennell, Renewafuel, LLC (Cleveland, OH)
2:40	Discussion: Ideas for Collaboration

3:00 p.m.	Break – Exhibits Open (30th Floor, Pre-Function Area)
3:30-5:00 p.m.	Break-Out Discussions for Sessions 1A, 1B, and 2B (see descriptions below)

Wednesday, October 8, 2008
8:30 a.m.	Registration (30th Floor, Pre-Function Area) Exhibits Open

9:00 a.m.	Water Session 1C: Water Quality and Wastewater Treatment Technologies (30th Floor, Rooms 1-3) Session Chair: Karen O'Brien, EPA Region 2
9:00	ETV Verification of Water Quality Protection Technologies Tom Stevens, ETV Water Quality Protection Center, NSF International Ray Frederick, ETV Water Quality Protection Center, EPA Office of Research and Development Robert Andoh, Hydro International (Portland, ME) Topics: Stormwater treatment technologies Infrastructure rehabilitation technologies
10:00	SBIR Vendor: Balloon Platforms for Remote Sensing of Water Quality in Mixing Zones Robert Doneker, MixZon, Inc. (Portland, OR)
10:30	Region 2 Water Quality and Wastewater Treatment Technology Priorities Karen O'Brien, EPA Region 2
10:40	Discussion: Ideas for Collaboration

9:00 a.m.	Air Session 2C: Air Pollution Control Technologies (27th Floor, Room 27A) Session Chair: Jehuda Menczel, EPA Region 2
9:00	Region 2 Air Pollution Control Technology Priorities Jehuda Menczel, EPA Region 2
9:10	SBIR Vendor: Membranes for Air Venting and Retaining VOCs in Gasoline Storage Tanks Retrofitting Diesel Electric Generators for Emission Reduction Stuart Nemser, Compact Membrane Systems, Inc. (Wilmington, DE)
9:40	ETV Verification of Air Pollution Control Technologies Jenia Tufts, ETV Air Pollution Control Technology Center, RTI International Barry Liebowitz, Environmental Research, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority Ajay Joshi, Johnson Matthey (Malvern, PA) Topics: Volatile organic compounds emission control technologies (biofilter/furniture verification in collaboration with NYSERDA) Mobile source technologies Outdoor wood-fired hydronic heaters (in collaboration with NESCAUM)
10:40	Discussion: Ideas for Collaboration

11:00 a.m.	Waste Session 3A: Soils, Surfaces, and Site Characterization Technologies (30th Floor, Rooms 1-3) Session Chair: Robert Runyon, EPA Region 2
11:00	Region 2 Waste Technology Priorities Robert Runyon, EPA Region 2
11:10	ETV Verification of Advanced Monitoring Systems for Soils, Surfaces, and Site Characterization Amy Dindal, ETV Advanced Monitoring Systems Center, Battelle Michael Brody, EPA Office of the Chief Financial Officer Stuart Nagourney, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Topics: Vapor intrusion TRIAD Sensor networks for site characterization Soil rapid toxicity technologies Passive groundwater sampling technologies
11:50	ETV Verification of Materials Management and Remediation Technologies Teri Richardson, EPA Office of Research and Development
11:55	Environmental and Sustainable Technology Evaluation of Qualitative Spot Test Kits for Lead in Paint Julius Enriquez, EPA Office of Research and Development
12:00	SBIR Vendor: Development of a Reliable Low-Cost and User-Friendly Spot Test Kit for Leaded Paint and Dust David Kellner, DzymeTech, Inc. (Champaign, IL)
	SBIR Vendor: Field Screening Detector for Metals in Soil James Gallup, EPA SBIR Program, for Mickey Frish, Physical Sciences, Inc. (Andover, MA)
12:30	Discussion: Ideas for Collaboration Break-Out Discussion for Session 3A (see description below)

11:15 - 12:45 p.m.	Break-Out Discussions for Sessions 1C and 2C (see descriptions below)
12:45 p.m.	Workshop Adjourns

Break-Out Discussion Session Topics
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
3:30-5:00 p.m.	Break-Out Discussions for Sessions 1A, 1B, and 2B (locations to be announced)
Water Monitoring Technologies (Session 1A): Beach Water Quality Monitoring (3:30–5:00 p.m.) Facilitator: Jim Ferretti, EPA Region 2 Participant: Vito Minei, Division of Environmental Quality, Suffolk County Department of Health Services Rapid detection techniques for waterborne pathogens and pathogen-indicating organisms are of broad environmental interest. Coastal applications such as beach quality monitoring are of particular interest since pathogen contamination in recreational waters can have a direct effect on the public at large. During this break-out session, participants will discuss current practices being employed within EPA Region 2 and in Suffolk County, NY, for rapid beach water quality monitoring and explore opportunities for verification testing in this area.

Drinking Water Treatment Technologies (Session 1B) (3:30-5:00 p.m.) Applications Associated with Meeting Groundwater Rule and Surface Water Treatment Rule LT2/DBPs for Technologies Using UV and Alternative Disinfection, Membranes, and Bag/Cartridge Filtration Facilitators: Bruce Kiselica, EPA Region 2 Bruce Bartley, ETV Drinking Water Systems Center, NSF International Jeff Adams, ETV Drinking Water Systems Center, EPA Office of Research and Development The LT2ESWTR developed a "tool box" of technologies to assist applicable public water systems, communities and regulators in their selection of treatment technologies that would reduce the risk of exposure to viruses, Giardia and Cryptosporidium in drinking water. LT2ESWTR requires technologies to be challenge tested under controlled conditions in the laboratory along with field piloting. The two types of data may then be used for determining site specific log removal credits (LRCs). Testing can be done by any organization, however, the rule encourages third party testing like ETV. Third party ETV testing can reduce redundant review of test data and could save utilities and engineers costs and time where, otherwise, each utility would incur the cost of consultant review of these tests. Evaluation of technologies that address the Groundwater Rule and the Disinfection By-Products Rule also have specific requirements that must be considered.
Technologies for Application in Natural Disasters and Other Security Emergencies When natural disasters like hurricanes, floods and earthquakes occur, safe drinking water can be compromised, limited or unavailable. In preparation for such situations, communities should have emergency response plans. One option for providing safe water during emergency situations is to use mobile water treatment systems that can create potable water from water of unknown quality. These systems can provide potable water to critical infrastructure, such as hospitals, fire stations, or police stations. Depending on the situation, point-of-use (POU) or point-of-entry (POE) treatment systems could be used for smaller volumes of water. Individual consumers may desire to voluntarily install a POU/POE treatment system as an additional multi-barrier approach to achieving higher quality drinking water. Some consumers with health concerns may consider POU/POE as a proactive measure to reduce exposure to pathogens and trace chemicals not currently monitored or regulated. Also, some may be concerned about security threats to their water supply. Despite potential benefits of mobile treatment devices, there is concern about the long-term capabilities of various systems and concerns about some vendors who have made questionable performance claims for their products. There is a significant need for credible verification of performance capabilities and maintenance requirements for various types of systems by independent testing organizations like the ETV Program. This break-out session will discuss technology applications and needs, stakeholders/partners/resources, testing methodologies, and other topics related to the above drinking water treatment technology areas.

Greenhouse Gas and Energy Technologies (Session 2B): Greenhouse Gas Technology Areas (3:30-5:00 p.m.) Facilitators: John Filippelli, EPA Region 2 Tim Hansen, ETV Greenhouse Gas Technology Center, Southern Research Institute With increasing worldwide energy demand and carbon emission concerns, a wide variety of energy options that help address both problems are receiving renewed attention. Some of these technologies have played a limited role in the energy sector for decades, while new technologies are emerging with increasing frequency. However, to gain broader public acceptance and capture a significant share of the commercial market, performance verification demonstration of economic viability is essential. Technologies that will be discussed in this break-out session include: Combined heat and power (CHP)—Also known as cogeneration, CHP is an efficient, clean, and proven approach to generating power and thermal energy from a single fuel source. CHP systems designed to meet the thermal and electrical base loads of a facility can greatly increase operational efficiency and decrease energy costs, as well as reduce the emission of greenhouse gases. The ETV Program has evaluated the performance of several CHP technologies, including microturbines, fuel cells, and engines in conjunction with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority and other partners utilizing nationally accepted field evaluation protocols developed in conjunction with the Association of State Energy Research and Technology Transfer Institutions. Renewable energy/green power—This broad category includes electricity produced from renewable resources, such as solar, wind, geothermal, low-impact biomass, and low-impact hydro. With the establishment of renewable portfolio standards (RPS) in many states, and an increased demand for technologies to reduce foreign oil consumption, many new technologies are being developed and commercialized. The development of nationally accepted testing protocols for renewable technologies and projects that are utilized by EPA, states, carbon offset programs, and others could lead to wide acceptance and ease of permitting, RPS credits, carbon credits, and other benefits. Biofuels/bio-energy—With the advent of renewable fuel standards, RPS, and efforts to reduce carbon emissions, the use of biomass and the production of biofuels have become significant technology growth areas. However, analyses of various biofuels production and biomass utilization processes have not been completed in a uniform, widely accepted format. Additionally, life-cycle analysis of the entire production, distribution and use process may give a more complete assessment of impacts and benefits. Collaborations to develop standard evaluation protocols for various technologies and processes may be formed to ensure national acceptance. Such evaluation programs would allow users, regulators, and others to determine which fuels and processes are the most energy and environmentally favorable.

Wednesday, October 8, 2008
11:15 -12:45 p.m.	Break-Out Discussions for Sessions 1C and 2C (locations to be announced)
Water Quality and Wastewater Treatment Technologies (Session 1C): Technology Verification Role in Region 2 NPDES Permitting (11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m.) Facilitators: Karen O’Brien, EPA Region 2 Tom Stevens, ETV Water Quality Protection Center, NSF International EPA Region 2 issues National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permits in Puerto Rico and oversees the NPDES programs in New York, New Jersey, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Water quality-based effluent limitations can be very stringent, and require advanced technology to meet low limitations. New standards and total maximum daily load (TMDL) analyses can require treatment of parameters not traditionally addressed by conventional technology. Additionally, new regulations, such as EPA’s Storm Water Phase II Rule, can require that other types of discharges be addressed. Permitting authorities want to know what works, what doesn’t work, and what operation and maintenance to require in a permit. Dischargers will propose and ask EPA for assistance with new technologies for removal, so EPA needs to be aware of new developments and validated technologies. This break-out session will address how the ETV Water Quality Protection Center’s verifications of stormwater treatment, decentralized wastewater treatment, watershed protection and ballast water treatment technologies can support the Region’s efforts.

Air Pollution Control Technologies (Session 2C): Outdoor Wood-Fired Hydronic Heaters (11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m.) Facilitator: Mike Kosusko, ETV Air Pollution Control Technology Center, EPA Office of Research and Development The EPA ETV Air Pollution Control Technology Center has published a protocol for verification testing of emissions reductions provided by new outdoor wood-fired hydronic heater (OWHH) technologies at http://www.epa.gov/nrmrl/std/etv/pubs/600etv08014.pdf. ETV-verified emissions data for OWHH technologies may be used as part of an overall process that leads to a product’s qualification in EPA’s voluntary OWHH program and may also be used for state programs. This break-out session will cover potential interactions with ETV in the area of OWHH technologies and other residential wood burning.

12:30-12:45 p.m.	Break-Out Discussion for Session 3A (30th Floor, Rooms 1-3)
Soils, Surfaces, and Site Characterization Technologies (Session 3A): Vapor Intrusion (12:30-12:45 p.m.) Facilitator: Douglas Grosse, ETV Advanced Monitoring Systems Center, EPA Office of Research and Development Participant: Diane Salkie, EPA Region 2 Indoor vapor intrusion is the migration of contaminants from the environment into indoor air. Generally, this occurs when volatile organics (such as chlorinated hydrocarbons, solvents, or petroleum hydrocarbons) or inorganic compounds (such as mercury or hydrogen sulfide) have been released to the soil and groundwater which eventually migrate to the subsurface beneath buildings. Vapor intrusion is an important environmental issue for regulators, industry, and the public at large. This break-out session will focus on a brief description of local vapor intrusion experiences and whether there are near-term opportunities for ETV verification testing in this critical area.

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Break-Out Discussion Session Topics