EP 1110-1-18
24 Apr 00
CHAPTER 22
INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES
22-1. Introduction. This chapter discusses the use of innovative technologies in OE response
actions. Topics discussed include the innovative technology program and the technology
advocate.
22-2. Innovative Technologies in OE Response Actions.
a. Innovative technologies, like any other engineering tool, must be applied appropriately
to an OE response project. The best available technology for each OE response project may vary
due to different and unpredictable, site conditions.
b. The OE MCX reviews, evaluates, and approves the implementation of the best
available OE detection and removal technologies for OE response projects. The OE MCX
ensures that the implementation of innovative technologies is efficient and effective. The OE
MCX defines current technology and functional requirements, provides consulting services to
projects, identifies technology gaps, provides seed money to field improved technologies, and
supports other technology programs. To assist with these functions, the OE MCX maintains an
OE Innovative Technology Program.
22-3. Innovative Technology Program.
a. The purpose of the OE MCX Innovative Technology Program is to assess and apply
innovative applications of existing technology to OE response projects. The PM should contact
the OE MCX to discuss the applicability of innovative technologies to an OE response project.
b. The Innovative Technology Program is focused on three phases: assessment, removal,
and treatment. Efforts are tailored to address the tasks required in each phase to produce logical,
efficient, and safe site-specific cleanup activities. The current OE technology or "baseline" is
used to evaluate and develop improvements to the state-of-the-art.
c. The Innovative Technology Program utilizes a team approach, involving multiple
disciplines and techniques, to adapt safe and efficient techniques and technologies to project-
specific assessments, OE removals, and disposal or treatment activities.
22-4. Technology Advocate.
a. In order to ensure that the most appropriate technologies are implemented during
project design and execution, each organization performing OE work must have an OE
Technology Advocate. The USACE Technology Advocate at the OE MCX serves as the user-
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