Discovery

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-008139",
  "term": "Discovery",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "1. The initial activity in the Superfund process where a potentially contaminated site is reported to EPA or a similar state or local agency.\n\n2. The process by which a potential hazardous waste site is brought to the attention of the EPA. The process can occur through the use of several mechanisms such as a phone call or referral by another government agency.",
  "synonyms": [
    "Site Discovery"
  ],
  "subject": "Land, waste and cleanup",
  "references": [
    "Superfund for Students and Teachers Glossary; Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) Glossary",
    "Superfund Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/discovery/"
}