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Small Business Environmental Assistance Program – MDEQ Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality MDEQ  ⟩  About MDEQ  ⟩  Office of Community Engagement  ⟩  Small Business Environmental Assistance Program Small Business Environmental Assistance Program (SBEAP) “ENVIRONMENTAL ASSISTANCE – A PRIORITY” The Mississippi Small Business Stationary Source Technical and Mississippi Environmental Compliance Assistance Program sustains and strengthens MDEQ’s relationship with elected officials, industry, small businesses, government agencies and civic and community groups.
The Small Business Environmental Assistance Program (SBEAP) provides training and support to small businesses to assist them in complying with environmental regulations. These programs provide information of interest to small business owners, small business assistance providers, and the public on EPA’s programs and resources available to small businesses.
The program consists of three components working together to help small businesses: A SBEAP Technical Assistance Coordinator that provides help to small businesses. A Small Business Ombudsman (SBO) to advocate on behalf of small businesses within the regulatory environment. A Compliance Advisory Panel (CAP) of small businesses owners and small business representatives ensure the program meets the needs of Mississippi’s small businesses.
The Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 in Section 507 requires each state establish a Small Business Environmental Assistance Program (SBEAP) to assist small businesses with environmental compliance and emissions reduction. The program provides small business owners with free, confidential, non-regulatory technical assistance regarding environmental regulations and environmental compliance. What makes me a small business under the SBEAP?
Employs 100 or fewer employees Meets the federal Small Business Act (SBA) definition of a small business Cannot be a major stationary source of air pollution Source emits less than 50 tons per year of any regulated pollutant Emits less than 75 tons per year of all regulated pollutants Cannot be a large quantity generator of hazardous waste How to request the assistance of the SBEAP The owner or operator of a small business may submit a request for assistance directly using one of the following methods: Submit an Online SBEAP Request for Assistance Form Call the SBEAP Hotline: 1-833-256-4820 Mail written requests to: MDEQ – Office of Community Engagement Small Business Environmental Assistance Program Type of Assistance Provided: Pre-permitting assistance Onsite compliance assessment Monitoring resources and tools The SBEAP has provided assistance to municipalities and the following businesses/industries: Call 1-833-256-4820 to see if SBEAP can assist you.
To contact staff, click here . Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral fiber that occurs in soil and rock. This fibrous material is an airborne hazard and can create a health risk if inhaled.
The degree of health risk is dependent upon the amount inhaled, and there is no known safe level of exposure. Exposure to asbestos can cause cancer and other health issues. Where can asbestos be found?
A small business owner should be aware of products in which and places asbestos can be found. If you are preparing to remodel or demolish a building as an owner or building contractor or if you are in the business of recycling or handling construction debris, you need to be aware of items that may be made with asbestos.
A few items below give insight into where asbestos can be found: Automobile clutches and brakes Building materials (siding, wall board or spackling compounds, and ceiling/floor tiles) Electrical wiring insulation Hot water and steam pipe insulation Are there banned uses of asbestos?
In April 2019, EPA issued a final rule that strengthens the Agency’s ability to rigorously review an expansive list of asbestos products that are no longer on the market before they could be sold again in the United States. This action gives EPA the authority to prohibit the use of these products or put in place restrictions to protect public health.
EPA also banned new uses of asbestos which prevent new asbestos products from entering the marketplace after August 25, 1989 which remain banned. Thanks to the April 2019 rule, there is no way for them to return to the marketplace. The manufacture, importation, processing, and distribution of the following asbestos-containing products are banned under Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA).
Paper (Includes Corrugated, Commercial, and Specialty) New commercial uses that begin after August 25, 1989 For more information, review the 1989 rule Asbestos: Manufacture, Importation, Processing, and Distribution in Commerce Prohibitions.
Bans on asbestos-containing uses covered in the Clean Air Act (CAA) include the following: Asbestos pipe insulation and asbestos block insulation on facility components, such as boilers and hot water tanks, if the materials are either pre-formed (molded) and friable or wet-applied and friable after drying.
Spray-applied surfacing asbestos-containing materials such as the application of those containing more than 1% asbestos to buildings, structures, pipes, and conduits unless certain conditions specified under 40 CFR 61, Subpart M are met. How can asbestos be safely removed and transported for disposal?
At a minimum, the following steps or precautions should be taken to safely remove and transport asbestos for disposal: Wet it to prevent asbestos fibers from blowing around. Note: Wetting asbestos waste does not constitute treatment. Place in a sealed, leak-tight, non-returnable container(s) so the fibers cannot escape.
Plastic bags (at least 6-mil thickness), cans, or drums are acceptable. For bulk waste that will not fit in a smaller container without requiring additional breaking, wrap it in packaging that is leak-tight and seal it with packaging/duct tape. When placing the sealed/wrapped waste in a trailer or roll-off bin, the container must be lined with plastic sheeting and covered with a tarp.
In Mississippi, asbestos can be disposed of in an approved National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) landfill. Why is an Operations and Maintenance Program Needed? Guidance has been provided by EPA to help building managers/owners understand how to develop and maintain an O & M program for the management of asbestos-containing materials in their buildings.
An Operations and Maintenance (O&M) program is a formulated plan of training, cleaning, work practices, and surveillance to keep asbestos-containing materials (ACM) in good condition in buildings. The goal of the program is to minimize exposure of all building occupants to asbestos fibers.
The information maintained in the program can be useful to owners, managers, workers, and other staff of buildings (hospitals, office buildings, shopping centers, apartment buildings, etc.) that may contain asbestos materials and can be managed in place and control and abatement procedures are not required that are outside the scope of an O & M program.
NOTE: School buildings have separate and distinct regulatory requirements for the management of asbestos under the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) . Want to be an Asbestos Professional? Asbestos contractors must be certified and trained in the proper removal, handling, packaging, and disposal of asbestos.
EPA issued the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act of 1986 (AHERA) which requires asbestos professionals be trained as outlined in the EPA Asbestos Model Accreditation Plan (MAP) . MDEQ provides opportunities for certification and licensure for the following asbestos professions: Want to be certified or need to be recertified to perform asbestos abatement activities?
For training information, applications, and fees, visit https://www. mdeq. ms.gov/air/asbestos/accreditation-and-certification/ Small Business Environmental Assistance Program CAP Agendas and Minutes (2010 – Current) Recycling and Waste Reduction SBEAP Compliance Advisory Panel Appointments and Responsibilities SBEAP Compliance Advisory Panel Public Meeting Notice Notice of Nondiscrimination
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small businesses in Mississippi. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Small Business Environmental Assistance Program (SBEAP) is funded by Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) Grant Program is a grant from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs that funds the acquisition and development of public parkland and outdoor recreational facilities. Eligible applicants include Massachusetts cities of any size and towns with 35,000 or more year-round residents that have an established park or recreation commission and an approved Open Space and Recreation Plan. Smaller communities may qualify under small town, regional, or statewide provisions. Awards reach up to $425,000, with a deadline of July 8, 2025. The program supports community green space, conservation, and recreational access across the Commonwealth.
Bats for the Future Fund is a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, that funds efforts to slow or halt the spread of white-nose syndrome (WNS) disease and support the recovery of affected bat populations in North America. Funded projects may address disease treatment, habitat conservation, population monitoring, or public education strategies that contribute to bat species survival. Additional support is provided by NextEra Energy Resources through its charitable foundation. Eligible applicants include researchers, nonprofits, universities, and government agencies with relevant conservation expertise. Awards range from $50,000 to $250,000, with the 2025 deadline on August 14, 2025.
Northern California Environmental Grassroots Fund is a grant from Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment that funds small and emerging grassroots organizations in California building climate resilience and advancing environmental justice. The fund prioritizes groups rooted in historically marginalized communities, including BIPOC, frontline, and low-income populations, with strong advocacy, organizing, and outreach components. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations or fiscally-sponsored groups with annual income or expenses of $150,000 or less; government agencies, colleges, and universities are not eligible. Awards typically range from $4,000 to $7,500, with a maximum of $7,500.
On June 11, 2026, U.S. District Judge Richard Gergel ruled that the EPA's February 2025 termination of the $2.8 billion Environmental and Climate Justice Block Grant Program — created by Section 60201 of the Inflation Reduction Act — was arbitrary, capricious, and unlawful. The ruling voids the termination but does not order the EPA to resume the program, leaving the September 30, 2026 statutory deadline as the binding constraint. For the 116 grantees and the coalition of nonprofits, cities, and tribal partners that were already in award negotiations, the next 105 days will determine whether the program survives in any operational form or migrates entirely to the Court of Federal Claims as a damages action.
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