# EPA Clean Up Site Plans for Quanta Resources

- Link: https://greenlivingguy.com/2012/11/epa-clean-up-site-plans-for-quanta-resources/
- Published: 2012-11-21T00:37:08-05:00
- Author: greenlivingguy

## AGREEMENT FURTHERS CLEANUP QUANTA RESOURCES EDGEWATER, NEW JERSEY SUPERFUND SITE

### Agreement Accelerates Cleanup of Quanta Resources Superfund Site

A 2012 consent decree signed by Honeywell and 23 other responsible parties marks
a significant step forward in cleaning up the Quanta Resources Superfund site in
Edgewater, New Jersey. Under this agreement, Honeywell will lead a two- to three-
year design and pre-construction phase estimated at $78 million, paving the way 
for full-scale soil and groundwater remediation  .

### Addressing Historic Contamination

The long-neglected 15-acre site, once a coal tar and waste-oil facility dating back
to the 1880s, contains approximately 150,000 cubic yards of contaminated soil laden
with arsenic, lead, PCBs, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons  . Initial cleanup
will involve excavating the top four feet of soil, stabilizing it with cement to
create leak-proof underground blocks, and implementing monitoring systems to ensure
environmental safety  .

### Protecting Adjacent Communities and Waterways

The EPA will also install underground barriers to prevent groundwater contaminants
from seeping into the Hudson River, while deed restrictions will limit future groundwater
use  . Additionally, a separate investigation into riverbed and sediment pollution
will guide a second phase focused on restoring the waterfront and aquatic systems.

![A speaker addresses a seated crowd at a public meeting about the Quanta Resources
Superfund Site cleanup, with a banner and site map displayed behind him.](https://
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Community members attend a briefing on the Quanta Superfund Site cleanup progress
and future redevelopment planning in Edgewater, New Jersey.

### Community Engagement and Oversight

While the EPA oversees the technical aspects of the cleanup, local engagement remains
crucial. Therefore, community advisory groups have been formed to keep residents
informed and involved. These groups meet regularly with EPA officials, Honeywell
representatives, and independent experts. As a result, neighbors can raise concerns,
ask questions, and ensure transparency throughout the process. In turn, this collaboration
builds public trust and maintains accountability.

Moreover, environmental watchdogs have praised the inclusion of air quality monitoring
during excavation. Since the site is located near homes, schools, and the Hudson
River, real-time data collection will help protect public health. The EPA will publish
findings online, offering residents continuous updates on safety measures and progress.

### A Vision Beyond Cleanup

Once remediation is complete, the site’s long-term future comes into focus. Although
redevelopment is still years away, local leaders are considering sustainable options
such as green spaces or waterfront parks. Because of the site’s prime location along
the Hudson, there is strong interest in transforming it into an asset for the community.

Ultimately, this project reflects how environmental restoration can lay the groundwork
for [economic revitalization](https://greenlivingguy.com/2011/05/epa-launches-new-strategy-to-promote-use-of-green-infrastructure-for-environmental-and-economic-benefits/)
and [public well-being](https://greenlivingguy.com/2011/08/air-quality-health-crisis-a-growing-concern-in-the-us/)—
when done with care, transparency, and shared vision.

### Sources:

 1. EPA [consent decree](https://www.epa.gov/enforcement/case-summary-agreement-furthers-cleanup-quanta-resources-superfund-site-new-jersey)
    and cleanup overview  
 2. Hudson River Waterfront Conservancy [2024 update](https://www.hudsonriverwaterfront.org/2024/08/28/2024-08-quanta-superfund-site-in-edgewater-update/announcements/)

For a full description of the EPA’s cleanup plan and the history of the site, please
visit:[http://www.epa.gov/region02/superfund/npl/quanta](https://cumulis.epa.gov/supercpad/cursites/csitinfo.cfm?id=0200034)

Source: [U.S. Environmental Protection Agency](https://www.epa.gov/)