Decommissioning Abandoned Heating Oil Tanks: Environmental Imperatives and Best Practices

Heating oil tanks play a crucial role in providing warmth to homes and businesses, particularly in colder regions. These tanks, usually installed underground, store oil that is used for heating purposes. However, with the passage of time, heating oil tanks can deteriorate, posing environmental risks due to potential leaks. Decommissioning abandoned heating oil tanks is…

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What are Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)?

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances appear in non-stick cookware, water-repellent clothing, cosmetics, food packaging and fire-fighting foam. And these are just a few of the many products that have been verified by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as containing potentially hazardous chemicals known colloquially as PFAS.  PFAS have been used in various industry and consumer products…

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