EPA captures shocking footage of air pollution release on camera!
Caught on camera: Pollutant released into air, EPA says
In a disturbing turn of events, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released footage caught on camera that shows a pollutant being released into the air.
The video
The video itself shows a cloud of dark smoke rising from a factory’s smokestack. The footage, taken by an undercover EPA agent, is believed to be from a factory in the Midwestern United States.
The cloud of smoke is concerning due to its size and density. The EPA has stated that it is assessing the factory’s air pollution control measures to ensure they are compliant with federal regulations.
The pollutant
The type of pollutant that was released into the air has not been identified. However, the EPA has stated that it is investigating the matter and working with local authorities to determine what has been released.
Previous investigations have shown that industrial facilities have released harmful pollutants into the air, including sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxide.
The environmental impact
Pollutants released into the air can have a significant impact on the environment. They can contribute to the formation of acid rain, which can harm crops and forests, damage buildings, and pollute bodies of water.
Additionally, pollutants released into the air can lead to respiratory problems, particularly for those with pre-existing respiratory conditions such as asthma.
The factory’s responsibility
It is the responsibility of industrial facilities to ensure that they are operating within federal regulations regarding air pollution. The EPA has strict standards in place to protect the environment and human health.
If a facility is found to be in violation of these regulations, they can face fines and legal action. Additionally, they may be required to make changes to their operations to reduce their impact on the environment and public health.
The importance of monitoring
This incident highlights the importance of monitoring industrial facilities to ensure that they are complying with federal regulations. The EPA has increased its efforts to monitor air pollution, particularly in areas with high levels of pollution.
The agency has also encouraged individuals to report any suspected violations of air pollution regulations. The public can play an important role in keeping the environment and public health safe.
Conclusion
While the release of pollutants into the air is concerning, the EPA’s efforts to monitor industrial facilities and enforce regulations are critical for protecting the environment and public health.
Individuals can also do their part by reporting suspected violations of air pollution regulations. By working together, we can ensure a healthier and cleaner environment for generations to come.
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Thankfully the liberals are here to keep us from becoming a 3rd world country 😂😂😂
They don't show the people because I'm betting immigrants that destroyed their country this way and plan to destroy the United States this way.
Shut them down and fine them big $$$
I was wondering why it felt a little warmer outside today.
What happened here is this guy got pissed off at this company they fired him and he was like Well I'm going to make 50 or $60,000 or whatever the whistleblower reward is for the EPA……….
I wouldike to personally thank the idiots that released these toxic gases. We humans all deserve better. Too bad you didn't agree. May the Lord have mercy on your ugly soul.
This kind of disregard for proper procedure due to laziness is WAY more frequent than you think. If people aren't randomly checked, they will continue to do this. People don't care about the clean air act, what it does to the environment, it what it does to them. They just don't care until they get caught and punished.
Guarantee the hvac business owner is a republiKKKon! 💯
So what mind your business is the EPA giving you a reward for snitching on people?? We have Hawaiian islands that have active volcanoes that erupt continuously and pour lava in the Pacific Ocean and pump out tons of sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere every day that little bit of freon their releases does nothing to the atmosphere and does not come nowhere near the amount of sulfur dioxide a volcano pumps out. Secondly how much toxic gases does a California wildfires pumps into the atmosphere the bottom line the Earth will always heal itself no matter what, so the money grab overreach EPA can take a long walk off a short dock
False allegations? Bro we seen yals trucks in the background of the video 😂😂
Never forget when the epa did absolutely nothing when it came to Palestine ohio.
For those who are curious about the full equation here.. lazy technicians removing or replacing air conditioning units or heat pumps often pump down the refrigerant into the outside condenser unit instead of recovering it in its entirety.
If they take no care in recovering them before they scrap the metal for a quick wad of cash this happens. They’re taken whole to the scrap yard or in this case the company has a “graveyard” of old units that still have freon.
Unfortunately our planet is already screwed.. freon gets vented every day when cars crash and the radiators in front get crushed.. I suggest these guys clean up their act if they want to stay alive lol!!
Leave a negative 1 star review on google this is unacceptable they shouldnt even be allowed to be in business anymore.
No the only people polluting our air is the government with their pathetic chem trails 🖕🏻🖕🏻🖕🏻
Bad Business
Lots of laughs. The training could be done online and you're allowed to keep on failing it until you pass the requirements are not that hard
And I have worked for a lot of hvac companies in the past 20 years and just about every single company doesn't reclaim the refrigerant they release it
Well if it's r410 refrigerant it's OK now if it r22 then yeah that's bad but most r22 systems needed to get replaced around 2010 that's when r 22 was banned
Oh man….why do businesses get a free pass to destroy our air? They won’t get punished for it and will keep doing it again.
BS , the epa is a bunch wackos as well…
They could've captured the freon and donated to drivers who don't have ac in their vehicles.
So do thieves stealing AC units get charged for violating the clean air act?
First: we didn’t do it,
Shows video of them do exactly what they claim they didn’t do.
Blame disgruntled employee and pretend it will all just go away.
There were multiple employees just in that small snippet of a video. This was learned activity and probably came from the top, in order to cut costs and save money.
Disgruntled worker or concerned Citizen
That's hilarious R.S.. Andrews on here claiming they properly recover refrigerant. Yea I'm sure that guy from the office thinks the techs actually are.
Well No company should ever hired that guy. He's a definition of a snitch.