Pump-and-Treat Method

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-022793",
  "term": "Pump-and-Treat Method",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "A common method for cleaning up groundwater contaminated with dissolved chemicals, including industrial solvents, metals, and fuel oil. Groundwater is pumped from wells to an above-ground treatment system that removes the contaminants.",
  "references": [
    "Adapted from EPA A Citizen’s Guide to Pump and Treat at http://www.epa.gov/tio/download/citizens/a_citizens_guide_to_pump_and_treat.pdf"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/pump-and-treat-method/"
}