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Clean Water Act Explainer: Section 403

The Clean Water Act (CWA) is a federal legislation passed in 1972 that is aimed at improving and protecting water quality throughout the United States. While Section 402 deals with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), Section 403 introduces additional requirements for discharges, specifically in territorial seas, contiguous zones, and oceans.
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Biodiversity and the Law

The term biodiversity refers to the variety of life on Earth, including all living organisms such as plants, animals, and microorganisms, as well as their genetic diversity. Biodiversity is essential for maintaining healthy ecosystems and providing numerous benefits to humans, such as clean air and water, food and medicine sources, and cultural values.
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Clean Water Act Explainer: Section 402

Enacted in 1972 by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Clean Water Act (CWA) is aimed at regulating water pollution to protect and maintain the integrity of the nation's waters.
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Clean Water Act Explainer: Section 401

The Clean Water Act (CWA) was established by the Congress and acts as the federal baseline for water quality standards in the United States and state authority in environmental protection.
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