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Pronunciation: [sˈuːpəfˌʌnd] (IPA)

Superfund is a federal government program in the United States aimed at cleaning up hazardous waste sites and protecting human health and the environment. There are several synonyms for the term Superfund, including: 1. CERCLA (Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act) 2. Hazardous Waste Cleanup Program 3. Brownfields Program 4. Environmental Remediation Program 5. Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Program All of these terms describe programs and initiatives that aim to remediate contaminated sites, protect public health and the environment, and hold polluters accountable for their actions. Regardless of the term used, the ultimate goal is to ensure that contaminated sites are cleaned up and made safe for future use.
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A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

  • Other hypernyms:

    Contamination Cleanup Program, Environmental Protection Program, Environmental Remediation Program, Hazardous Waste Program, Pollution Prevention Program, Remediation Initiative, Restoration Program, Site Remediation Program.

Usage examples for Superfund

In November 1980 the Congress passed a Superfund bill which I signed into law.
"State of the Union Addresses of Jimmy Carter"
Jimmy Carter
And because the Superfund law expires in 1985, I've asked Bill Ruckelshaus to develop a proposal for its extension so there'll be additional time to complete this important task.
"State of the Union Addresses of Ronald Reagan"
Ronald Reagan

Famous quotes with Superfund

  • Congress must make it clear that common animal waste will not expose farmers to liability under Superfund, while ensuring continued action to clean up legitimate hazardous waste sites around the nation.
    Ike Skelton
  • Nobody wants to open a business near a Superfund site and risk being sued.
    Fred Thompson
  • Superfund was passed with the good intention of cleaning up America's toxic waste sites.
    Fred Thompson

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