An Act restricting the use of effluent water in cooling towers
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to limit the use of water discharged from cooling towers – often referred to as effluent water – in Massachusetts. The legislation seeks to reduce the environmental impact associated with this practice, particularly concerning water quality and potential harm to aquatic ecosystems. It intends to establish guidelines and restrictions on the types of water that can be used in cooling towers, promoting more sustainable water management practices. The bill’s goal is to protect Massachusetts’ water resources.
Key provisions
- Restricts the use of effluent water in cooling towers.
- Aims to minimize the environmental impact of cooling tower discharge.
- Likely to establish guidelines for acceptable water sources for cooling towers.
- May require facilities to implement water conservation measures.
Who is affected
- Industrial facilities
- Power plants
- Manufacturing companies
- Environmental Protection Agency (Massachusetts)
- Water resource managers
Notable changes
- The bill introduces restrictions on the use of effluent water in cooling towers.
- It may require facilities to demonstrate compliance with new water quality standards.
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