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EMAP is a specialized consulting service of the PA Small Business Development Centers. We provide free and confidential environmental compliance assistance to small businesses in Pennsylvania.
Our EMAP consultants will help you understand and comply with regulatory requirements and help you make your operation more efficient and cost effective. EMAP provides assistance with the preparation of plans and permit applications for start-up and existing businesses.
Success Stories
SelecTrim Corp Finds Success with Environmental Upgrades
Based in Williamsport, PA, James Wood started SelecTrim in 1977 as a small woodworking business. Strategically located in the heart of Pennsylvania hardwood country, the company is able to draw much of its resources from local forests.
Clean Technology Success Stories
The PA SBDC Clean Technology Resource Center (CTRC) has been successful in stimulating the clean energy marketplace in Pennsylvania. CTRC has assisted with the development and commercialization of clean technology products, goods, services, and processes that use renewable energy sources.
The Pet Store Improves Efficiency
The Pet Store, a small family-owned business in Chambersburg, PA, worked with the Shippensburg SBDC to upgrade to more efficient LED lighting and received a $6,743 grant from PA DEP to assist with the costs.
Pennsylvania SBEAP Wins National Award
On May 8, 2012, The Pennsylvania Small Business Environmental Assistance Program received national recognition at the National 2012 Annual 507 Progam Training in Washington DC.
YIKES Embraces Sustainable Business Practices
YIKES, Inc. is a small woman owned Philadelphia based web design and development company dedicated to sustainable business practices.
Recent News
DEP Releases New Pre-Application Tool
DEP recently released a new Pre-Application Information Tool that allows potential applicants to more easily determine which types of environmental permits, authorizations and notifications may be required for a project.
EPA Proposes Formaldehyde Emissions Standards for Composite Wood Products
EPA is proposing new requirements under the Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products Act, or Title VI of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). This proposed rulemaking could impact nearly 879,000 small businesses nationwide.
USDA Funding for Energy Projects in Rural Areas
Does your small business operate in a rural area? You may be eligible to apply for financial assistance for renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvement projects.
PA Sunshine Solar Program Reopened
DEP expects to have $2.5 to $3.0 million available in 2013 for new residential and small business solar projects in Pennsylvania on a first come - first served basis.
E-Waste Disposal Ban
Beginning January 24, 2013, the Covered Device Recycling Act (CDRA), Act 108 of 2010, bans the disposal of all covered devices regardless of whether they would be considered hazardous waste. Businesses may no longer landfill covered devices (including desktop computers, laptop computers, computer monitors, computer peripherals and televisions).