Abstract |
Our goal is to implement a smart enforcement program that delivers environmental results. A smart program uses a mix of integrated strategies, partnerships and innovative approaches to provide cleaner air, purer water and better protected land. An integrated approach considers the appropriate tools to use when addressing environmental problems, and uses data analysis and other relevant information to marshal and leverage resources to target significant noncompliance and address the associated environmental risks. It also incorporates environmental justice into every program, policy and activity that our office implements. No community should have to bear more than its fair share of environmental burden. Our mission to protect human health and the environment applies to everyone. In FY 2002, our program achieved significant results, and included precedent-setting civil and criminal enforcement actions that address serious environmental problems. The work of the enforcement and compliance assurance program produced cleaner air, water and land. |