Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Information Collection Request; Comment Request; Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Pollution Prevention (P2) Awards Program, 84321-84322 [2023-26623]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 232 / Tuesday, December 5, 2023 / Notices Reading Room is (202) 566–1744, and the telephone number for the OPPT Docket is (202) 566–0280. For the latest status information on EPA/DC services and docket access, visit https:// www.epa.gov/dockets. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For technical information contact: Rebecca Edelstein, New Chemical Division (7405M), Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20460–0001; telephone number: (202) 564–1667 email address: edelstein.rebecca@ epa.gov. For general information contact: The TSCA-Hotline, ABVI-Goodwill, 422 South Clinton Ave., Rochester, NY 14620; telephone number: (202) 554– 1404; email address: TSCA-Hotline@ epa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: I. Executive Summary This action provides information that is directed to the public in general. B. What action is the Agency taking? This document lists the statements of findings made by EPA after review of submissions under TSCA section 5(a) that certain new chemical substances or significant new uses are not likely to present an unreasonable risk of injury to health or the environment. This document presents statements of findings made by EPA during the reporting period. khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES C. What is the Agency’s authority for taking this action? TSCA section 5(a)(3) requires EPA to review a submission under TSCA section 5(a) and make one of several specific findings pertaining to whether the substance may present unreasonable risk of injury to health or the environment. Among those potential findings is that the chemical substance or significant new use is not likely to present an unreasonable risk of injury to health or the environment per TSCA Section 5(a)(3)(C). TSCA section 5(g) requires EPA to publish in the Federal Register a statement of its findings after its review of a submission under TSCA section 5(a) when EPA makes a finding that a new chemical substance or significant new use is not likely to present an unreasonable risk of injury to health or the environment. Such statements apply to PMNs, MCANs, and SNUNs submitted to EPA under TSCA section 5. 16:35 Dec 04, 2023 D. Does this action have any incremental economic impacts or paperwork burdens? No. A. Does this action apply to me? VerDate Sep<11>2014 Anyone who plans to manufacture (which includes import) a new chemical substance for a non-exempt commercial purpose and any manufacturer or processor wishing to engage in a use of a chemical substance designated by EPA as a significant new use must submit a notice to EPA at least 90 days before commencing manufacture of the new chemical substance or before engaging in the significant new use. The submitter of a notice to EPA for which EPA has made a finding of ‘‘not likely to present an unreasonable risk of injury to health or the environment’’ may commence manufacture of the chemical substance or manufacture or processing for the significant new use notwithstanding any remaining portion of the applicable review period. Jkt 262001 II. Statements of Findings Under TSCA Section 5(a)(3)(C) In this unit, EPA provides the following information (to the extent that such information is not claimed as Confidential Business Information (CBI)) on the PMNs, MCANs and SNUNs for which, during this period, EPA has made findings under TSCA section 5(a)(3)(C) that the new chemical substances or significant new uses are not likely to present an unreasonable risk of injury to health or the environment: The following list provides the EPA case number assigned to the TSCA section 5(a) submission and the chemical identity (generic name if the specific name is claimed as CBI). • P–23–0012, Starch, polymer with alkenoic acid, salt (Generic Name). • P–23–0031, Glycerin, polyalkoxylated, mixed fatty acid and alkyl diacid esters (Generic Name). To access EPA’s decision document describing the basis of the ‘‘not likely to present an unreasonable risk’’ finding made by EPA under TSCA section 5(a)(3)(C), look up the specific case number at https://www.epa.gov/ reviewing-new-chemicals-under-toxicsubstances-control-act-tsca/chemicalsdetermined-not-likely. Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2601 et seq. Dated: November 29, 2023. Shari Z. Barash, Acting Director, New Chemicals Division, Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics. [FR Doc. 2023–26663 Filed 12–4–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560–50–P PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 84321 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [EPA–R08–OPPT–2020–0013; FRL–11574– 01–R8] Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Information Collection Request; Comment Request; Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Pollution Prevention (P2) Awards Program Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is planning to submit an information collection request (ICR) entitled ‘‘Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Pollution Prevention (P2) Awards Program’’ (EPA ICR Number: 2614.02, OMB Control Number: 2008– 0004) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. Before doing so, EPA is soliciting public comments on specific aspects of the proposed information collection as described below. This is a proposed extension of the ICR, which is currently approved through August 31, 2024. DATES: Comments must be submitted on or before February 5, 2024. ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, referencing Docket ID No. EPA–R08– OPPT–2020–0013, online using https:// www.regulations.gov (our preferred method), or by email to payan.melissa@ epa.gov. EPA’s policy is that all comments received will be included in the public docket without change including any personal information provided, unless the comment includes profanity, threats, information claimed to be Confidential Business Information (CBI) or other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Melissa Payan, EPA R8 Land, Chemical and Redevelopment Division, Pollution Prevention Program, (8LCR–CES), Environmental Protection Agency R8, 1595 Wynkoop St., Denver, CO 80202 telephone number: 303–312–6511; email address: payan.melissa@epa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This is a proposed extension of the ICR, which is currently approved through August 31, 2024. An agency may not conduct or sponsor and a person is not required to respond to a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number. This document allows 60 days for public comments. Supporting documents, which explain in detail the SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\05DEN1.SGM 05DEN1 khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES 84322 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 232 / Tuesday, December 5, 2023 / Notices information that the EPA will be collecting, are available in the public docket for this ICR. The docket can be viewed online at https:// www.regulations.gov or in person at the EPA Docket Center, WJC West, Room 3334, 1301 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC. The telephone number for the Docket Center is 202–566–1744. For additional information about EPA’s public docket, visit https:// www.epa.gov/dockets. Pursuant to section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paper Reduction Act (PRA), EPA is soliciting comments and information to enable it to: (i) evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Agency, including whether the information will have practical utility; (ii) evaluate the accuracy of the Agency’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used; (iii) enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (iv) minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate forms of information technology. EPA will consider the comments received and amend the ICR as appropriate. The final ICR package will then be submitted to OMB for review and approval. At that time, EPA will issue another Federal Register document to announce the submission of the ICR to OMB and the opportunity to submit additional comments to OMB. Abstract: EPA’s Pollution Prevention (P2) Program is a voluntary program that encourages businesses/facilities to adopt P2 projects that reduces both financial costs (waste management and cleanup) and environmental costs (health problems and environmental damage). In passing the Pollution Prevention Act (PPA) in 1990, Congress found that ‘‘(T)here are significant opportunities for industry to reduce or prevent pollution at the source through costeffective changes in production, operation, and raw materials use. Such changes offer industry substantial savings in reduced raw material, pollution control, and liability costs as well as help protect the environment and reduce risks to worker health and safety.’’ 42 U.S.C. 13101(a)(2). Furthermore, the PPA states the Administrator shall ‘‘establish an annual award program to recognize a company or companies which operate outstanding or innovative source reduction programs’’ (PPA section 6604) 42 U.S.C. 13103(b)(13). The EPA P2 Awards Program is an annual, VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:35 Dec 04, 2023 Jkt 262001 voluntary, and non-monetary awards program that will recognize companies that demonstrate leadership in innovative P2 practices and encourage other entities to consider P2 approaches. This ICR may be applicable to HQ, as well as any of the 10 Regional Offices that choose to participate and implement a P2 Awards Program. Form numbers: EPA P2 Award Program Application—5800–005. Respondents/affected entities: Intended Respondents include various types of businesses, companies, organizations, both for-profit and nonprofit, from all North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes. However, businesses need to be from a state in an EPA Region implementing this awards program. Respondent’s obligation to respond: Respondents are not obligated to respond. This is done on a voluntary basis. Estimated number of respondents: Approximately 7 per region (total). Frequency of response: Annually on a voluntary basis. Total estimated burden: Average of 10 hours per respondent (per year). Burden is defined at 5 CFR 1320.3(b). Total estimated cost: $776.95 per respondent (per year), includes $0 annualized capital or operation and maintenance costs. Changes in the estimates: There is a decrease of 9.5 hours in the total estimated respondent burden compared with the ICR currently approved by OMB. This decrease is due to adjustments to the estimates and receiving input from respondents over the past three years. The original consultations were with state recognition programs, which are more rigorous than the regional P2 award program. Regions who are currently implementing Regional P2 Programs, consulted with applicants who provided an average estimate of 10.9 hours to respond to questions in the application. Based off these consultations we are decreasing the respondent burden by 9.5 hours. Kimberly Pardue Welch, Branch Manager, Chemical, Safety Environmental Stewardship Branch, EPA Region 8. [FR Doc. 2023–26623 Filed 12–4–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560–50–P PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [EPA–HQ–OLEM–2022–0415; FRL–9825– 01–OLEM] Draft National Strategy for Reducing Food Loss and Waste and Recycling Organics: Request for Public Comment Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Notice of availability. AGENCY: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have developed the Draft National Strategy for Reducing Food Loss and Waste and Recycling Organics (‘‘draft Strategy’’) to help prevent the loss and waste of food, where possible, increase recycling of food and other organic materials to support a more circular economy for all, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save households and businesses money, and build cleaner and healthier communities. Individually and collectively, the EPA, USDA and FDA are working toward reducing food loss and waste through their Federal interagency collaboration. This Notice provides the public with an opportunity to share input on the draft Strategy, which identifies the EPA, USDA and FDA actions and asks where they can work collaboratively with each other and partners to reduce food loss and waste and recycle organics. These Federal agencies are seeking public comment from diverse partners across the food system. The EPA, USDA and FDA will consider the comments received on this draft Strategy, finalize it, and begin implementation of the final Strategy in 2024. DATES: Comments must be received on or before January 4, 2024. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, identified by Docket ID No. EPA–HQ– OLEM–2022–0415, by any of the following methods: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: https://www.regulations.gov/ (our preferred method). Follow the online instructions for submitting comments. • Mail: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, EPA Docket Center, Office of Land and Emergency Management Docket, Mail Code 28221T, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20460. • Hand Delivery or Courier: EPA Docket Center, WJC West Building, Room 3334, 1301 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004. The Docket Center’s hours of operations are 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Monday–Friday (except Federal Holidays). 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[Federal Register Volume 88, Number 232 (Tuesday, December 5, 2023)]
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[FR Doc No: 2023-26623]


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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

[EPA-R08-OPPT-2020-0013; FRL-11574-01-R8]


Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Information 
Collection Request; Comment Request; Environmental Protection Agency 
(EPA) Pollution Prevention (P2) Awards Program

AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is planning to 
submit an information collection request (ICR) entitled ``Environmental 
Protection Agency (EPA) Pollution Prevention (P2) Awards Program'' (EPA 
ICR Number: 2614.02, OMB Control Number: 2008-0004) to the Office of 
Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with 
the Paperwork Reduction Act. Before doing so, EPA is soliciting public 
comments on specific aspects of the proposed information collection as 
described below. This is a proposed extension of the ICR, which is 
currently approved through August 31, 2024.

DATES: Comments must be submitted on or before February 5, 2024.

ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, referencing Docket ID No. EPA-R08-
OPPT-2020-0013, online using https://www.regulations.gov (our preferred 
method), or by email to [email protected]. EPA's policy is that all 
comments received will be included in the public docket without change 
including any personal information provided, unless the comment 
includes profanity, threats, information claimed to be Confidential 
Business Information (CBI) or other information whose disclosure is 
restricted by statute.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Melissa Payan, EPA R8 Land, Chemical 
and Redevelopment Division, Pollution Prevention Program, (8LCR-CES), 
Environmental Protection Agency R8, 1595 Wynkoop St., Denver, CO 80202 
telephone number: 303-312-6511; email address: [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This is a proposed extension of the ICR, 
which is currently approved through August 31, 2024. An agency may not 
conduct or sponsor and a person is not required to respond to a 
collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB 
control number.
    This document allows 60 days for public comments. Supporting 
documents, which explain in detail the

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information that the EPA will be collecting, are available in the 
public docket for this ICR. The docket can be viewed online at https://www.regulations.gov or in person at the EPA Docket Center, WJC West, 
Room 3334, 1301 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC. The telephone 
number for the Docket Center is 202-566-1744. For additional 
information about EPA's public docket, visit https://www.epa.gov/dockets.
    Pursuant to section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paper Reduction Act (PRA), 
EPA is soliciting comments and information to enable it to: (i) 
evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is necessary 
for the proper performance of the functions of the Agency, including 
whether the information will have practical utility; (ii) evaluate the 
accuracy of the Agency's estimate of the burden of the proposed 
collection of information, including the validity of the methodology 
and assumptions used; (iii) enhance the quality, utility, and clarity 
of the information to be collected; and (iv) minimize the burden of the 
collection of information on those who are to respond, including 
through the use of appropriate forms of information technology. EPA 
will consider the comments received and amend the ICR as appropriate. 
The final ICR package will then be submitted to OMB for review and 
approval. At that time, EPA will issue another Federal Register 
document to announce the submission of the ICR to OMB and the 
opportunity to submit additional comments to OMB.
    Abstract: EPA's Pollution Prevention (P2) Program is a voluntary 
program that encourages businesses/facilities to adopt P2 projects that 
reduces both financial costs (waste management and cleanup) and 
environmental costs (health problems and environmental damage). In 
passing the Pollution Prevention Act (PPA) in 1990, Congress found that 
``(T)here are significant opportunities for industry to reduce or 
prevent pollution at the source through cost-effective changes in 
production, operation, and raw materials use. Such changes offer 
industry substantial savings in reduced raw material, pollution 
control, and liability costs as well as help protect the environment 
and reduce risks to worker health and safety.'' 42 U.S.C. 13101(a)(2). 
Furthermore, the PPA states the Administrator shall ``establish an 
annual award program to recognize a company or companies which operate 
outstanding or innovative source reduction programs'' (PPA section 
6604) 42 U.S.C. 13103(b)(13). The EPA P2 Awards Program is an annual, 
voluntary, and non-monetary awards program that will recognize 
companies that demonstrate leadership in innovative P2 practices and 
encourage other entities to consider P2 approaches. This ICR may be 
applicable to HQ, as well as any of the 10 Regional Offices that choose 
to participate and implement a P2 Awards Program.
    Form numbers: EPA P2 Award Program Application--5800-005.
    Respondents/affected entities: Intended Respondents include various 
types of businesses, companies, organizations, both for-profit and non-
profit, from all North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 
codes. However, businesses need to be from a state in an EPA Region 
implementing this awards program.
    Respondent's obligation to respond: Respondents are not obligated 
to respond. This is done on a voluntary basis.
    Estimated number of respondents: Approximately 7 per region 
(total).
    Frequency of response: Annually on a voluntary basis.
    Total estimated burden: Average of 10 hours per respondent (per 
year). Burden is defined at 5 CFR 1320.3(b).
    Total estimated cost: $776.95 per respondent (per year), includes 
$0 annualized capital or operation and maintenance costs.
    Changes in the estimates: There is a decrease of 9.5 hours in the 
total estimated respondent burden compared with the ICR currently 
approved by OMB. This decrease is due to adjustments to the estimates 
and receiving input from respondents over the past three years. The 
original consultations were with state recognition programs, which are 
more rigorous than the regional P2 award program. Regions who are 
currently implementing Regional P2 Programs, consulted with applicants 
who provided an average estimate of 10.9 hours to respond to questions 
in the application. Based off these consultations we are decreasing the 
respondent burden by 9.5 hours.

Kimberly Pardue Welch,
Branch Manager, Chemical, Safety Environmental Stewardship Branch, EPA 
Region 8.
[FR Doc. 2023-26623 Filed 12-4-23; 8:45 am]
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