The Exchange Network is a partnership among States, Territories, Tribes, and EPA to support better environmental decisions through improved access to, and exchange of, environmental information. This guide will help you get started becoming a Partner on the Network.
How do I get started?
| 1. | Use the Exchange Network Website |
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| 2. | Read the Getting Started Guides |
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| 3. | Learn about the benefits |
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| 4. | Identify ways you can use the Network | What business processes could be improved with more streamlined data exchange, data access or data integration? There are many existing Data Exchanges that can help. For example, many States start exchanging data with EPA’s Facility Registry System; and many Tribes join the Water Quality Exchange.There are national, regional, and Tribal Exchange Network meetings each year. These meetings bring Partners together to exchange ideas and learn how the Exchange Network can meet their business needs. Visit in the Meetings and Events Section for more information. |
Who can I talk to?
| Kurt Rakouskas Exchange Network Coordinator 301.531.5186 kurt [at] exchangenetwork.netGreg McNelly Environmental Council of the States 202.266.4930 gmcnelly [at] ecos.org Robert Holden |
Exchange Network Help Desk 888.890.1995 nodehelpdesk [at] epacdx.netThe Help Desk is available for data submission technical support from 8:00AM to 6:00PM ET. |
| Other States, Tribes, and Territories. The Profiles and Progress Section contains contact information for many Network Partners that are willing and able to help. | Any EPA, State, or Tribal Member of the Exchange Network Governance. |