State Support for EMSs

States are increasingly strong supporters of EMSs. For example, Virginia’s Department of Environmental Quality’s (DEQ) Environmental Excellence Program (VEEP) will grant regulatory incentives in exchange for “actions that are shown to provide greater environmental protection than are provided through current practices” (e.g., those that exist under the current regulatory requirements or program structure).

Additional information on state EMS programs and regulatory incentives can be found on the Performance Track Website and the Multi-State Working Group’s Website (MSWG).  The EPA's Performance Track supports states as they develop and implement performance-based programs.  MSWG is an organization formed by several state representatives who have successfully formed an alliance with U.S. EPA to encourage implementation of EMSs.  In addition, the U.S. Army Environmental Center has provided a recent update (August 2005) on State EMS Incentive Programs.