SERDP/ESTCP Expert Panel Workshop on Research and Development Needs for Cleanup of Chlorinated Solvent Sites
Abstract
The Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program (SERDP) and Environmental Security Technology Certification Program (ESTCP) are designed to develop and transition innovative research and technology to help the Department of Defense (DoD) perform its mission. These programs together conducted an expert panel workshop on August 6-7, 2001 to evaluate the needs for research and development in the general area of chlorinated solvent site cleanup. This area is a major focus for both programs, and this workshop was held to help establish the funding priorities for the coming years. This workshop was intended to develop a strategic plan to guide research and technology development in the next 5-10 years. The overall objective was to provide guidance on how these programs can best invest their limited research, development, and demonstration funds to improve DoD's ability to effectively address its CAH-contaminated sites. The workshop participants were asked to identify the major basic and applied research, development, and demonstration needs, the specific technical issues that must be addressed to meet regulatory and other stakeholder concerns, and the major gaps in our scientific understanding of CAH contamination and cleanup. Further, the participants were asked to prioritize these research and development needs and identify those areas with the greatest promise to help DoD accomplish its goals.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 2001
- Accession Number
- ADA479411