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Dania Aponte Environmental Programs Director (678) 569-6707 [email protected]
Butch Thompson Sustainability Program Manager, South (912) 767-1823 [email protected]
Felicia Nichols NEPA Program Manager (678) 569-6755 [email protected]
Randy Drummond Restoration and Clean-up Manager,
Sustainability Program Manager, North
(678) 569-6750 [email protected]
Karen Corsetti Pest Management Program Manager (678) 569-6751 [email protected]
Yvonne Edwards Environmental Technical Support Specialist (678) 569-6752 [email protected]
Kathryn Norton Cultural Resources Program Manager (678) 569-6726 [email protected]
Frances Grieme eMS Program Manager (678) 569-6749 [email protected]
Michael Holloway Environmental Assessor –Cumming (678) 569-3841 [email protected]
Tangy Johnson Environmental Assessor –Ft. Stewart (912) 767-9133 [email protected]
Kip Rummel Environmental Assessor– CNGC, Atlanta (678) 569-3840 [email protected]
Paul Hansen Environmental Assessor– Macon Not available [email protected]
Megan Spells Environmental Assessor– Tifton (678) 569-8458 [email protected]
Our Mission
Georgia Army National Guard
Environmental Stewardship
Branch Newsletter
Volume 2, Issue 2
SUMMER IS HERE!
Our Vision
Our vision is one of maintaining readiness, while utilizing knowledge and re-
sources to make informed decisions regarding our environment. To pro-
tect and conserve today’s resources for tomorrow’s National Guard Soldiers
and the Citizens of Georgia.
June2012
~Clay National Guard Center- 1000 Halsey Avenue, Building 70, Marietta, GA 30060~
ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP BRANCH STAFF
The Georgia Department of Defense Environmental Stewardship Branch
exists to support Commanders and their Mission by reducing environmental
liabilities and promoting the US Army Environmental Stewardship Program.
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Stewardship Activities for the Summer of 2012
Some of the major events and goals of the CFMO-ENV group are:
MAY 2012 – CFMO-ENV welcomes our new eMS Program Manager, Frances Grieme. Ms. Grieme joined the
Environmental Stewardship Division May 1st and brings a wide array of knowledge, skills and abilities to the team.
The CFMO-ENV division participated in two major workshops within May. The team attended both the National
Environmental Workshop and the CFMO University in May. Please see article on Page 9.
JUNE 2011 – The Cultural Resources Manager and the Environmental Programs Director attended the multi-
state Native American Consultation May 29-Jun1 at Camp Minden, LA. Please see arti-
cle on Page 7.
Continuing Endeavors throughout the 2nd Quarter of 2012
Natural Resources Management: The Georgia Army National Guard (GAARNG)
recently completed an Environmental Assessment (EA) evaluating the potential
physical, environmental, cultural, and socioeconomic effects of the proposed con-
struction and operation of a new Regional Readiness Center (RRC) at the former Lorenzo Benn Youth De-
velopment Campus, Fulton Co. Please see article on Page 5.
Environmental Conditions of Property (ECOP): Environmental Conditions of Property assessments of retired
GAARNG facilities continue this year, as well as continuing cleanup efforts at the Bulk Fuel Farm at CNGC. Please
see article on Page 8.
Compliance Program: GAARNG assessors are located at Cumming, Clay, Macon, Tifton and Ft. Stewart. The
Southern Region program managers, Mr. Butch Thompson, is continuing training for all Guard personnel through
the Environmental Officer classes (EO/UECO training). He continues to work with all facilities to ensure that
EOs are properly trained and that we all strive for successful environmental practices. Remaining EO/UECO
training classes are scheduled as shown on Page 10.
GA Environmental Management System (GeMS): Our GeMS program was successfully launched in 2011. The
goal is to be in full conformance with ISO 14001 by December of this year. Please see article on Page 3.
Cultural Resources Management : The Cultural Resources Program Division awarded a contract to Brockington
& Associates for recordation of the historically eligible former Lorenzo Benn Youth Development Campus
(LBYDC). The contract will culminated in a booklet-style document that tells the ‘story’ of the campus from its
inception in the 1930s to its discontinuation in 1999. Please see article on Page 7. In addition to the history book,
stewardship efforts for the National Register Eligible property will include an informational/cultural kiosk in the
new Atlanta Regional Readiness Center to be constructed on the LBYDC property. Please refer to the 3rd
Quarter newsletter, to be released in September 2012, for more information.
"The least movement is of importance to all nature. The entire ocean is affected by a pebble." ~ Blaise Pascal
Environmental stewardship is the sustaining of environmental quality
shared by all those whose actions affect the environment.
In 2005, the USEPA laid out a vision for environmental stewardship
recognizing it as a means to a more sustainable future.
The Environmental Stewardship Branch strives to assess the impacts of
GAARNG activities comprehensively and proactively.
Georgia Environmental Management System (GeMS)
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Recently Launched Programs
The Georgia Environmental Management System (GeMS) continues to make progress within the program.
The push is to declare full conformance with ISO 14001 by December of 2012. At this time critical steps for
conformance are being checked off as we develop, implement and continue with improvement toward sus-
tainability.
This month eMS Awareness Training will be held for senior leadership (TAG, CG, COS, EQCC). These are
personnel responsible for eMS implementation. This will be held at the Clay National Guard Center, Building 70, 19-21 June 2012. This is being held as mandated by Department of Defense, Department of the Army
and Army National Guard policy. The training will stress the importance of command emphasis and commit-
ment to sustainability in all functions of every soldier, civilian and contractor.
Please remember the eMS Targets and Objectives: 1-Program Management
2-Waste 3-Energy. This system of Targets and Objectives will help ensure
that we follow procedures which will reduce or avoid environmental impacts.
Most importantly this will improve environmental performance, reduce costs
and ensure compliance with federal/state laws and our own army regulations.
If you have any questions regarding the GeMS Program or eMS, please contact
(678) 569-6749 or [email protected] .
Conservation means development as much as it does protection. I recognize the
right and duty of this generation to develop and use the natural resources of our
land; but I do not recognize the right to waste them, or to rob, by wasteful use, the
generations that come after us.
~Theodore Roosevelt
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GAARNG Marches Towards Energy Efficiency
Under the leadership of the Construction Facilities Management Office (CFMO), the Georgia Army National
Guard (GaARNG) embarked on the Governor’s Energy Challenge initiative. The Governor’s initiative has
committed all state agencies to reduce energy consumption 15% by 2020.
The GaARNG is moving toward participation in energy efficient rebate programs and implementation of wa-
ter/energy conservation policies. Some of the energy conservation strategies proposed for Georgia include:
installation of smart meters/monitors, photovoltaic systems, wind turbines (micro scale) and lighting retrofits.
Georgia facilities range from multi-story and single story administration buildings, maintenance shops, hangars
and readiness centers.
CFMO’s Energy Project Technician, Mr. Gary Grizzell, has been working
with contractors/vendors to identify two potential areas for improvement.
One of the areas is the replacement of existing lamps with T5 lamps on
the majority of the Clay National Guard Center (CNGC) buildings. This
effort will look at the viability of this program and an alternative program
for using LED lighting at non administration type of buildings (e.g., mainte-nance bay areas). A second area for improvement is through the use of
solar photovoltaic (PV) panels. Currently, design work is underway for
the use of PV panels on Bldg 300 at CNGC. Other buildings are also be-
ing looked at and will be part of future design and implementation work.
During the past year, some projects have already been completed. Some
of the projects completed were: Bldg 555 Hangar and Bldg 831 at Dobbins
ARB, and Hangar 1 at CNGC. In Building 555 Hangar, there were a total
of 30 existing, 1000 watt high pressure sodium (HPS) lamps and old mag-
netic coil core ballasts. Retrofitting the old luminaires and using the same quantities with T5 high output
(T5HO) luminaires, contributed to approximately $10,900.00 annual cost savings. Building 831 administrative
office luminaires were older, T-12 troffers. These were replaced on a one for one basis, with more efficient
T-8 luminaires and electronic ballasts. The warehouse portion of this facility was equipped with a total of 18
HID metal halide luminaires. The existing luminaires were replaced, a one for one replacement, using T5HO.
This retrofit project reduces energy costs by approximately $7,750.00 per year. Maintenance costs were
reduced by approximately 20% due to the extended life of newer technology ballasts and bulbs. Hangar 1 at
CNGC was also a prime candidate for retrofit as the older, metal halide 1000 watt lamps and magnetic coil
core ballast offered an opportunity to reduce energy costs by approximately $12,340 per year. The old lumi-
naires were replaced on a one for one basis, with electronic ballasts, reduced wattage, using T5HO’s lamps
which maintain recommended light levels.
Aside from energy conservation and savings from maintenance on extended lamp life, added benefits of ret-
rofitting allows for replacements to be scheduled as useful life is reached. Replacements can be budgeted to
contribute to cost management. Other efforts currently underway will be the use of wind turbines (WT) on
a micro scale. Personnel are currently looking at all energy through the use of WT instead of solely depend-
ing on solar panels. As research and design efforts continue, it is anticipated that energy consumption will
decrease and success will be measured through decreased energy consumption and costs. For more informa-
tion on this program, please contact Mr. Gary Grizzell at [email protected].
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The Georgia Army National Guard (GAARNG) recently completed an Environmental Assessment (EA)
evaluating the potential physical, environmental, cultural, and socioeconomic effects of the proposed con-
struction and operation of a new, 64,000-square foot Regional Readiness Center (RRC), a 100,000-square
foot warehouse, and 40-acre dismounted (infantry or foot soldier) training area on the 112-acre former
Lorenzo Benn Youth Development Center (YDC), a state-owned property, in Fulton County, Georgia.
The new RRC is needed to provide the GAARNG with an adequate RRC and warehouse facility of sufficient
size and modern design necessary to efficiently attain required mobilization readiness levels for the assigned
units, as well as an appropriate dismounted training area to achieve required training proficiency, to the west
of Atlanta, Georgia, within the overall greater Atlanta metropolitan area. The existing facilities are anti-
quated, insufficient, and do not meet current standards or specifications and facilities allowances set forth in
NG PAM 415-12.
Under current conditions, in-
volved units are located at the
Douglasville Armory at 6784 Church Street, Douglasville,
Douglas County, Georgia (i.e.,
Troops A and B of the 3rd of the
108th) and at the Fulton County
Brown Airport Armory at 4115
South Airport Road, Atlanta, Ful-
ton County, Georgia (i.e., 348th
Combat Support Battalion [CSB]).
However, neither the Douglasville
Armory nor the Fulton County
Brown Airport Armory possesses room for expansion; both facilities have limited parking, are surrounded
by other development, and are no longer able to meet the increased needs of the assigned units. Ongoing
use of this deficient space would adversely affect involved units’ readiness, recruiting, retention, and training
objectives. However, no GAARNG properties will be closed or disposed of as part of this action.
In addition, the Regional Training Institute (RTI) currently uses approximately 75-acres at the Rome Armory,
located at 340 Wilshire Road in Rome, Georgia, to conduct small unit dismounted training. However, the
RTI requires a second site to the west of and closer to the
greater metropolitan Atlanta area to conduct this type of train-
ing, which allows Soldiers to learn how to navigate undeveloped
terrain on foot. No land improvements would be required for
the proposed dismounted training area.
While the GAARNG has a number of facilities within a 20-mile
radius of the former Lorenzo Benn YDC Site, all of these facili-
ties are currently occupied and would not provide sufficient
space for the involved units to meet their training and adminis-
trative requirements. The GAARNG is projected to grow from
Natural Resources Management
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Natural Resources Management, contd.
9,000 Soldiers in 2007 to over 12,000 Soldiers in 2012. Specifically, the rapid growth of the Atlanta metro-
politan area, the second fastest growing metropolitan area in the US (i.e., only behind the Dallas/Ft. Worth
metropolitan area), has fueled the increased numbers of GAARNG Soldiers requiring suitable facilities in
northern Georgia and within the greater Atlanta metropolitan area. Under “Grow the Army” (i.e., the new
Army force structure), two new brigades (i.e., approximately 2,000 Soldiers) have been added to the
GAARNG. The population growth of Georgia, notably within the Atlanta area, has fostered this expansion.
Based on an analysis by the GAARNG’s Recruiting and Retention leadership, it became clear that a RRC,
warehouse, and dismounted training area was required to support this growth to the west of Atlanta.
The proposed facilities would be constructed using federal funds. The National Environmental Policy Act
(NEPA) of 1969 is a federal law that requires if federal funds are spent on a project, operation or activity, the
impact of those actions must be assessed, documented and provisions made for public involvement before
project initiation. Therefore, an EA was developed in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act
of 1969 (NEPA), 40 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Parts 1500 through 1508, 32 CFR Part, and guidance
provided in the Army National Guard Manual for Compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (2006).
The purpose of this EA was to inform decision-makers and the public of the potential environmental effects
of the Proposed Action and its considered alternatives, prior to making a federal decision to move forward
with any action. As part of the NEPA process and development of this EA, the GAARNG conducted exten-
sive agency coordination with the:
US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), Region 4.
US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Savannah District.
US Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA), Region 4.
US Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA NRCS).
Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GaDNR) – Historic Preservation Division (State Historic
Preservation Office [SHPO]).
GaDNR – Wildlife Resources Division.
GaDNR – Environmental Protection Division (GaDNR-EPD).
Georgia Regional Transportation Authority (GRTA).
Federally recognized Native American Tribes
Based on the analysis presented in the EA, the GAARNG determined that the construction and dismounted
training would not have significant direct, indirect, or cumulative effects on the physical, biological, cultural,
or human environments and therefore would not violate the NEPA, the CEQ Regulations, 32 CFR Part 651,
or other federal, state, or local environmental regulations. As a result, a Finding of No Significant Impact
(FNSI) was issued.
The Final EA and Draft FNSI were made available for public review and comment for 30 days following publi-
cation of a Notice of Availability (NOA) in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The review period extended from
26 February 2012 through 27 March 2012. As announced in the NOA, these documents were available for
public review at the Adamsville-Collier Heights Library in Atlanta, Georgia.
The National Guard Bureau (NGB) and the GAARNG affirm their commitment to implement this EA in
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Cultural Resources Management
The GAARNG will develop a new Regional Readiness Center (RRC) at the former Lorenzo Benn Youth De-
velopment Campus (LBYDC) located in southwestern Fulton County, Georgia. A Phase I cultural resources
survey of the approximately 112-acre former LBYDC property was conducted in 2010, and included back-
ground research, pedestrian inspection, and systematic shovel testing within the 112-acre project tract. The
site was found to include 18 buildings, and one structure, considered eligible for listing on the National Reg-
ister of Historic Places (NRHP). No potentially eligible archeological resources were discovered.
The GAARNG has investigated options for the stewardship of this resource. Under Section 110 compliance
and guidance, the GAARNG has contracted and completed a recordation of the resource as a means of
documenting the resource socially, culturally, and historically. Research and historic archival-quality photog-
raphy was added to the original Section 106 cultural resources survey to complete the Lorenzo Benn Youth
Development Center History booklet shown below. This document tells the ‘story’ of the center as it
evolved through the years.
In related cultural resources news, the CRPM and EPM attended the multi-state Louisiana/Alabama/
Mississippi Native American consultation at Camp Minden, LA, May 29 - June 1, 2012. The GAARNG pro-vided updated summaries of GAARNG proposed undertakings through FY2015 and engaged in team building
and discussion with the federally recognized tribal nations that were present. GAARNG anticipates joining
Alabama, Mississippi and neighboring southeastern states in a multi-state consultation in FY2013.
Front cover of recently completed Lorenzo Benn Youth Development Center History booklet, an excerpt from the book’s narrative,
and several photo take-a-ways from the archival images contained within the body of the document.
Natural Resources Management, contd.
accordance with the NEPA. They will ensure that adequate funds are requested in future years’ budgets to
achieve the goals and objectives set forth in this EA. This is a huge accomplishment and positive step forward
for the GAARNG! For additional information regarding the GAARNG’s Natural Resources Program, con-
tact Felicia Nichols at (678) 569-6755 or [email protected].
The primary focus for the GaARNG Cleanup & Restoration effort re-
mains the area at Clay National Guard Center previously used by the
Navy as a Bulk Fuel Farm. A new round of soil and groundwater sam-
pling has been completed to further define the depth, nature, and ex-
tent of the contamination left as a result of many years of leaking pipes,
fittings, and spillage. The lab results from this sampling effort will
greatly assist the GaARNG, ARNG-ILE, the Savannah District Corps of
Engineers, and the Georgia Environmental Protection Division in devel-
oping the Corrective Action Plan required in the removal of the con-
tamination.
Additional work has been initiated at the Columbus FMS and Readiness
Center facility. For many years, the oil/water separator at this location
discharged into an area immediately adjacent to Weracoba Creek,
which feeds directly into the Chattahoochee River. The separator sys-
tem has been rerouted to the correct sewer system. However, due to
the many years of vehicle wash water being potentially discharged to a
public water supply, we have conducted a soil sampling project to deter-
mine if any contamination is present. Due to the heavily wooded area,
seven core samples had to be taken with a hand auger. Lab results are
pending, but initial field testing appears to be negative for any contami-
nants of concern.
For additional information regarding the Restoration and Clean-up Program, please contact Randy Drum-
mond, Cleanup and Restoration Program Manager, at (678) 569-6750
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Restoration and Clean-up Program
Hydraulic Core Sampling Rig
Field Testing Core Samples
Hand Auger Sampling
Field Documentation of Sampling Event
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Success of Recent Conferences
The GAARNG CFMO University was also held in Atlanta during May.
The Construction Facility Management Officer University provides essential training to the
staff members of the 54 National Guard CFMOs. This training covers virtually all areas of
responsibility including Construction, Energy, Environment, Facilities Management, Real
Estate, and GIS. The training included familiarization, refresher, advanced, and special topic
training to augment sessions from previous years.
For questions regarding the next CFMO-U, the POC is MAJ Tom McQue, Strategic Planning Branch, DSN 327-7915,
703-607-7915, or [email protected].
National Environmental Workshop (NEW)
The ARNG-ILE National Environmental Workshop (NEW) was held 1-3 MAY 2012 at the Atlanta Hyatt Re-
gency. The NEW is the primary annual forum for the ARNG environmental community to come together to
exchange ideas and insights into every day environmental issues. The NEW provides training for personnel;
sharing of critical planning factors; and national policy updates insuring proper and consistent implementation
across the Nation. Some of the training provided allows personnel to receive continuing education credits –
a plus when many environmental professionals must keep up to date on their certifications and funding to
attend nationwide relevant training is very limited.
The NEW is the year’s primary forum for Guard environmental staff to receive training by professionals fo-
cused on mission and readiness. The event is a multimedia event and encompasses all environmental proto-
cols. NGB personnel will also assist state personnel in unique environmental circumstances affected by regu-
latory changes.
This year, the GAARNG environmental team had the opportunity to attend the NEW in our home state.
The networking and training alongside our colleagues was successful in that round table discussions and
other course material were open for discussion and feedback. The GAARNG environmental division looks forward to putting lessons learned into action.
CFMO University
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Environmental Officer (EO)/Unit Environmental Officer (UECO) Training 18JUL12
In accordance with AR 200-1(Environmental Protection and Enhancement), CFMO-ENV will provide one 8
hour block of training instruction for personnel assigned Environmental Officer (EO)/Unit Environmental
Compliance Officer (UECO) responsibilities. Next training course will be conducted on 18JUL12 at Clay
NGC, Bldg 2 from 0800-1700. Class size is limited to 20 personnel, to register for the course send an email
to Mr. Charles "Butch" Thompson at [email protected] no later than 13JUL12. Ensure email
contains rank, full name, and unit/facility assigned to as EO/UECO.
EO/UECO training is offered once per calendar quarter by CFMO-ENV and rotates between locations at
GGTC, Macon, and Clay NGC. Remaining training courses for CY-12 are:
17OCT12 – GGTC, Ft. Stewart, Bldg TBD
Soldiers should register to attend the course nearest their home station to alleviate issues with obtaining
travel orders and funding. Training will be conducted from 0800-1700 on the specified dates. In accordance
with AR 200-1 and FM 3-34.5 (Environmental Considerations) all units/facilities are required to have person-nel assigned as EO/UECO to manage environmental issues/concerns at the unit/facility. POC is Mr. Charles
“Butch” Thompson via email at [email protected] or telephone (912) 767-1823.
Environmental Compliance
Spill Response Measures and Reporting
Did you know that GAARNG facilities have established spill response measures and reporting requirements
that are required to be complied with and completed when a spill of hazardous or non-hazardous materials/
substances/chemicals occurs at a facility?
These response measures and reporting requirements are contained in emergency response guidance docu-
ments maintained at each facility. For units operating at the Georgia Garrison Training Center (GGTC),
Army Aviation Support Facility (AASF) #3, Confederate Avenue Complex, and Clay National Guard Center
(CNGC) each of these locations have a Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure Plan (SPCCP) that
must be complied with.
For all other GAARNG locations throughout the state units must comply with the Installation Spill Contin-
gency Plan (ISCP) for each location. The difference between these two types of emergency response guid-
ance documents is an SPCCP is a Federal regulatory requirement if a facility stores more than an aggregate
of 1,320-gallons of petroleum products in aboveground storage tanks (ASTs) at a facility and an ISCP is re-
quired by Department of Defense if any quantity of hazardous materials, substances, or chemicals are used/
stored a facility.
Both of these emergency response guidance documents provide written direction for immediate and follow-
up actions to be taken, who to contact, and types of reports that must be made/submitted depending on the
severity of the spill. For more information regarding spill response measures, training, and reporting require-
ments contact your unit/facility Environmental Officer (EO) or Unit Environmental Compliance Officer
Data Calls
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(UECO). CFMO-ENV’s POC regarding this subject is Mr. Charles “Butch” Thompson and he can be con-
tacted via email at [email protected] or telephone (912) 767-1823.
Environmental Compliance, contd.
The 2nd Quarter FY12 ISR-Services Data Collection was submitted in April 2012. The performance measures
for Waste Water Services, Fire Services, Indoor and Outdoor Pest Management were reported.
The 2nd Quarter FY12 AEDB-EQ Data Call was submitted in April 2012. The Inspections, EMS Confor-
Our Environmental Vision Lead the Army with unmatched environmental excellence that benefits our custom-
ers, communities and employees.
The Four Environmental Pillars Environmental pillars provide a structure that reflects the Army National Guard’s commitment to
excellence in environmental stewardship. Leadership, people, resources, management, organiza-
tion and communication comprise the foundation that supports the four pillars and their objec-
tives. The four pillars are:
Compliance— ensure compliance with federal and state environmental laws, regulations and
the presidents’ executive orders. Areas of focus include air quality, water quality, environ-
mental audits, hazardous waste management and cleanup from ongoing activities.
Pollution Prevention— reduce or eliminate pollution by replacing hazardous materials with
environmentally acceptable substances, process changes, and by reusing materials whenever
possible. Hazardous waste reduction is a by-product of pollution prevention.
Conservation—protect and enhance valuable national resources on land under National
Guard stewardship. These include wetlands, floodplains, endangered species habitats, historic
and cultural sites.
Restoration—identify areas contaminated by past practices and clean up in a manner fully
protective of human health and the environment. Work closely with federal and state regula-
tory agencies to define appropriate cleanup measures and schedules. Establish and maintain
Positive relationships with local communities and the general public.
For more information regarding the ANG’s environmental endeavors and successes, visit:
http://www.arng.army.mil/SiteCollectionDocuments/Publications/Enviromental%20Tab/
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