Point Source Pollution
/ˈpɔɪnt ˈsɔrs pəˈluʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Pollution discharged from a single, identifiable source, such as a pipe or channel, subject to regulatory control under environmental law.
Factories must obtain permits to control point source pollution released into waterways.
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- point source pollution
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Commentary
Legal definitions of point source pollution often hinge on the regulatory framework, such as the Clean Water Act's definition, to determine permitting and enforcement obligations.
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