Public Comment Period Regarding Proposal to Expand the Public Hunting Boundary at INL Site

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and State of Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (known as “the Agencies”) have initiated a 30-day public comment period (beginning November 22 and ending December 21, 2024) on a proposal to expand an existing hunting boundary at the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) Site, allowing for greater public access.

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ABOUT THE IDAHO ENVIRONMENTAL COALITION, LLC

In 2021, the Idaho Environmental Coalition, LLC (IEC) was selected by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage cleanup operations at the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) Site under a ten-year, $6.4 billion contract. IEC is led by Amentum and includes North Wind Portage as a partner. IEC’s team of integrated small business subcontractors includes Navarro, ORT and Spectra Tech. Together we offer DOE a team with a history of accelerating cleanup at the Idaho Cleanup Project (ICP) to reduce DOE’s environmental liabilities and to enhance the INL mission.

The ICP scope includes legacy wastes generated from World War II-era conventional weapons testing, government-owned research and defense reactors, spent nuclear fuel reprocessing, laboratory research, and defense missions at other DOE sites. The ICP is funded through DOE’s Office of Environmental Management (EM) and focuses on reducing risks to workers, the public, and the environment, and protecting the Snake River Plain Aquifer, a sole source aquifer that sustains Idaho’s agricultural industry.

IEC’s vision for ICP is rooted in the values of integrity, safety, and sustainability of our parent companies. We have deep ties to INL and Idaho Falls, with more than 25 years of continuous presence in the community and on the Site.

DOE and IEC remain committed to meeting all existing and future milestones and Site cleanup commitments to facilitate the INL’s ongoing missions.

OUR CORE VALUES

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WE DO THINGS RIGHT.
We always act with integrity – taking responsibility for our work, caring for our people and staying focused on safety and sustainability. We make investments in our client, people and communities, so we can grow together.
WE CHALLENGE THE ACCEPTED.
We know that to create a better future, we must ask the difficult questions. We always stay curious and are not afraid to try new things.
WE AIM HIGHER.
We do not settle – always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We are committed to the Department of Energy by bringing innovative solutions that lead to shared success.
WE LIVE INCLUSION.
We put people at the heart of our business. We have an unparalleled focus on inclusion with a diverse team and embrace all perspectives, collaborating to make a positive impact.

Safely Delivering the Idaho Cleanup Project Mission

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CLEANUP OVERVIEW
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CLEANUP AGREEMENTS
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CLEANUP HISTORY
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OUR PARTNERS

IEC’s vision for ICP is rooted in the values of accountability and integrity of our parent companies. We are a joint venture of Amentum and North Wind Portage and have deep ties to INL and Idaho Falls, with more than 25 years of continuous presence in the community and on the site.
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Amentum has experience partnering with DOE’s Idaho Office and interfacing with Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (IDEQ) to deliver 300 end states at ICP.
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North Wind Portage will leverage its 25 years of success and relationships with local small businesses in Idaho Falls and the surrounding area to exceed small business subcontracting goals and successfully achieve DOE’s vision for ICP.
IEC has teamed with three small business subcontractors to deliver support in targeted areas.
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Spectra Tech Inc. provides Nuclear regulatory Commission licensed facilities support.
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Navarro Research and Engineering, Inc. provides broad support including closing Radioactive Waste Management Complex and monitoring groundwater.
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Oak Ridge Technologies LLC provides expertise and support for spent nuclear fuel management.

OUR COMMITMENT TO THE ENVIRONMENT

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IEC is committed to implementing sound environmental management policies and practices to execute the ICP in a safe, compliant, and cost-effective manner that protects human health and the environment. The key elements of our Environmental Management Policy are:

  • Leadership Commitment to integrate environmental practices into all work activities
  • Continual environmental compliance, protection, and improvement
  • Implementation of environmental stewardship and pollution prevention measures
  • Communicate open and honestly and engage employees, clients, and stakeholders

IEC’s ISO 14001 environmental management system is certified through an external auditor (Orion Registrar, Inc.). ISO 14001 is the international standard for environmental management systems.