Technology-based effluent limit (TBEL)

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A technology-based effluent limit (TBEL) is based on the capability of a treatment method to reduce pollutant levels to a certain level.  The EPA publishes “effluent guidelines” which specify performance standards for different types of facilities, based on studies of facilities within specific industrial categories.  These guidelines are aimed at determining what levels of pollutants in discharges can be achieved using the most cost-effective set of available prevention and control techniques for that industry.

For more information: http://water.epa.gov/scitech/wastetech/guide/questions_index.cfm#elgs

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