Annotated Chronological Bibliography Of EPA Publications On MTBE

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This bibliography is intended to chronicle the historical development of EPA's understanding of methyl tertiary butyl ether (MTBE) including its use, occurrence, properties, toxicity, remediation, and treatment.

2008

Demonstration and Evaluation of an Automated Infiltration Gallery System at Port Hueneme, CA (PDF) (109 pp, 4.4MB, About PDF)2008. EPA-600-R-08-068.
Prepared by EPA's National Risk Management Research Laboratory, this paper presents the results of research on the treatment of fuel components using a remotely operated infiltration gallery.

2007

State Actions Banning MTBE (Statewide) 2007. EPA-420-B-07-013.
This report provides state-by-state information on MTBE bans.

2006

In-Situ Chemical Oxidation 2006. EPA-600-R-06-072.
Prepared by EPA's National Risk Management Research Laboratory, this Engineering Issue Paper provides an overview of in-situ chemical oxidation remediation technology.

2005

Monitored Natural Attenuation of MTBE as a Risk Management Option at Leaking Underground Storage Tank Sites 2005. EPA-600-R-04-179.
Prepared by EPA's National Risk Management Research Laboratory, this report provides a review of information on the transport and fate of MTBE in ground water with an emphasis on the use of monitored natural attenuation in MTBE remediation.

2003

Treatment of Methyl Tertiary-Butyl Ether (MTBE)-Contaminated Water with Fenton's Reagent (PDF) (18 pp, 248K, About PDF) 2003. EPA-600-JA-03-117.
Prepared by EPA's Urban Watershed Management Branch, this paper presents the results of EPA-sponsored research on the effectiveness of Fenton's Reagent in treating MTBE-contaminated water.

2002

Demonstration of the HiPOx Advanced Oxidation Technology for the Treatment of MTBE-Contaminated Groundwater 2002. EPA-600-R-02-094.
Prepared by EPA's National Risk Management Research Laboratory, this report presents the results of research on the use of HiPOx advanced oxidation technology in the treatment of MTBE-contaminated ground water from the Ventura County Naval Base in Port Hueneme, CA.
Envirogen Propane Biostimulation Technology for In-Situ Treatment of MTBE-Contaminated Ground Water 2002. EPA-600-R-02-092.
Prepared by EPA's National Risk Management Research Laboratory, this Innovative Technology Evaluation Report provides detailed information on Envirogen's propane biostimulation technology, which is used in the treatment of MTBE-contaminated groundwater.
High-Energy Electron Injection (E-Beam) Technology for the Ex-Situ Treatment of MTBE-Contaminated Ground Water 2002. EPA-600-R-02-066.
Prepared by EPA's National Risk Management Research Laboratory, this Innovative Technology Evaluation Report examines the use of high-energy electron injection (E-Beam) technology in the treatment of MTBE-contaminated ground water.

2001

Summary of Workshop on Biodegradation of MTBE, February 1-3, 2000 (PDF) (46 pp, 143K, About PDF) 2001. EPA-625-R-01-001A.
Prepared by EPA's National Risk Management Research Laboratory, this report provides a summary of proceedings at a 2000 workshop on biodegradation of MTBE-contaminated soils and ground water sponsored by EPA and the American Petroleum Institute.

2000

Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to Control MTBE in Gasoline (PDF) (5 pp, 15K, About PDF) 2000. EPA-420-F-00-012.
Prepared by EPA's Office of Transportation and Air Quality, this Web page provides links to information about EPA's formal regulatory action to eliminate or phase down MTBE under Section 6 of the Toxic Substances Control Act.
Clinton-Gore Administration Acts to Eliminate MTBE, Boost Ethanol 2000.
This press release outlines actions taken by the Clinton-Gore administration in an effort to eliminate MTBE and promote the use of ethanol.
Control of MTBE in Gasoline 2000. EPA-420-F-00-010.
Prepared by EPA's Office of Transportation and Air Quality, this Web page provides information on topics related to MTBE in gasoline, including the expansion of ethanol use, a table of areas that have converted to reformulated gasoline, and MTBE in water.
Fact Sheet: Funding MTBE Prevention and Remediation Projects with the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (PDF) (2 pp, 36K, About PDF) 2000. EPA 832-F-00-004.
This fact sheet, prepared by EPA's Office of Water, reviews issues related to MTBE contamination and the use of Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) funding in its remediation and prevention.
Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE); Advance Notice of Intent To Initiate Rulemaking Under the Toxic Substances Control Act To Eliminate or Limit the Use of MTBE as a Fuel Additive in Gasoline; Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (PDF) (16 pp, 324K, About PDF) 2000.
This is the Federal Register publication of the Advance Notice.
Natural Attenuation of MTBE in the Subsurface under Methanogenic Conditions (PDF) (59 pp, 1.5MB, About PDF) 2000. EPA-600-R-00-006.
This report was produced by EPA's National Risk Management Research Laboratory to answer questions regarding the biodegradation of MTBE under methanogenic conditions in ground water.

1999

Reformulated Gasoline (PDF) (4 pp, 12K, About PDF) 1999. EPA-420-F-99-040.
EPA's Office of Transportation and Air Quality provides a collection of fact sheets, regulations, forms, testimony, models, and links on this Web page.

1998

MTBE Fact Sheet #1: Overview (PDF) (5 pp, 88K, About PDF) 1998. EPA-510-F-97-014.
Prepared by EPA's Office Of Underground Storage Tanks, this fact sheet provides background information on MTBE standards and regulations.
MTBE Fact Sheet #2: Remediation of MTBE Contaminated Soil and Groundwater (PDF) (5 pp, 38K, About PDF) 1998. EPA-510-F-97-015.
Prepared by EPA's Office Of Underground Storage Tanks, this fact sheet explores topics related to MTBE remediation including physical properties, remediation technologies, and cost considerations.
MTBE Fact Sheet #3: Use and Distribution of MTBE and Ethanol (PDF) (3 pp, 17K, About PDF) 1998. EPA 510-F-97-016.
Prepared by EPA's Office Of Underground Storage Tanks, this fact sheet provides information on factors related to MTBE and ethanol use and distribution, including pricing and tax incentives.
Oxygenates in Water: Critical Information and Research Needs 1998. EPA 600-R-98-048.
Prepared by EPA's Office of Research and Development, this report highlights types of oxygenate-related information needed to improve scientific understanding at the time of the report, updating a previous report.

1997

Drinking Water Advisory: Consumer Acceptability Advice and Health Effects Analysis on Methyl Tertiary-Butyl Ether (MTBE) 1997. EPA-822-F-97-009.
This Web page provides links to the 1997 fact sheet and full report.

1996

Oxyfuels Information Needs 1996. EPA-600-R-96-069.
Prepared by EPA's National Center for Environmental Assessment, this report highlights types of oxygenate-related information needed to improve scientific understanding at the time of the report.

1995

Cleaner Gasoline for Cleaner Air Better for Your Health (3 pp, 145K, About PDF) 1995. EPA 420-F-95-005
Prepared by EPA's Office of Transportation and Air Quality, this Web page provides information on the health aspects of reformulated gasoline.
Fuel Economy Impact Analysis of RFG (4 pp, 318K, About PDF) 1995. EPA 420-F-95-003.
Prepared by EPA's Office of Transportation and Air Quality, this Web page provides information on reformulated gasoline fuel economy impacts and links to additional resources.
Proceedings of the Conference on MTBE and Other Oxygenates: A Research Update 1995. EPA-600-R-95-134.
Prepared by EPA's National Center for Environmental Assessment, this proceedings from an EPA-sponsored conference present the results of MTBE health effects studies.
Reformulated Gasoline and Boats 1995. EPA 905-F-95-002.
Prepared by EPA's Office of Transporation and Air Quality, this Web page provides information on the benefits of reformulated gasoline and discusses issues related to its use in motorized watercraft.

1994

Chemicals in the Environment: Methyl-Tert-Butyl Ether (CAS NO. 1634-04-4) 1994. EPA 749-F-94-017.
Prepared by EPA's Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics, this fact sheet provides background information on MTBE, including its health effects and regulation.
Chemical Summary for Methyl-Tert-Butyl Ether 1994. EPA 749-F-94-017a.
Prepared by EPA's Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics, this fact sheet provides background information on MTBE, including its fate and transport, properties, health effects, and toxicity.
Health Risk Perspectives on Fuel Oxygenates 1994. EPA-600-R-94-217.
Prepared by EPA's Office of Research and Development, this report explores issues related to the health impacts of oxygenates in fuel.
Reformulated Gasoline: A Major Step Toward Clean Air 1994. EPA-420-B-94-004.
Prepared by EPA Region 4, this Web page answers questions related to the use of reformulated gasoline.

1993

Assessment of Potential Health Risks of Gasoline Oxygenated With Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE) (PDF) (60 pp, 3MB, About PDF) 1993. EPA-600-R-93-206.
Published by EPA's Office of Research and Development, this report was developed to assist in the evaluation of health symptom complaints of Alaska and Montana residents. Odor thresholds, dermal effects, short- and long-term effects, and health risk estimates are discussed.
Motor Vehicle-Related Air Toxics Study (PDF) (125 pp, 345K, About PDF) 1993.
Prepared by EPA's Office of Mobile Sources and Office of Air and Radiation, this study provides details on a number of topics related to motor fuels constituents, including chemical and physical properties, formation and control technology, emissions, exposure, carcinogenicity, and non-cancer health effects.
Revised and Updated Drinking Water Quantification of Toxicological Effects for Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether (MTBE). Final Draft. (PDF) (51 pp, 1.7MB, About PDF)1993. ECAO-CIN-DO23.
Prepared for EPA's Office of Water, this document provides the health effects basis for the establishment of maximum contaminant level goals (MCLGs) for MTBE.

1992

Alternative Fuels Research Strategy. Review Draft 1992. EPA-600-AP-92-002.
Prepared by EPA's Office of Research and Development, this report lays a foundation for developing the scientific information needed to compare the benefits and risks of various motor vehicle fuels, especially alternative and reformulated fuels, in relation to conventional gasoline and diesel fuels. MTBE, ethyl tertiary butyl ether, and ethanol are discussed.

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