Frequently Asked Questions: Navigating NPFC's Mission and Operations

This FAQ page is designed to provide clear, concise answers to common inquiries about the National Pollution Funds Center (NPFC). and its pivotal role in environmental protection and disaster response. Whether you are seeking information about the Oil Pollution Act (OPA), the administration of the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund (OSLTF), or NPFC’s responsibilities under other critical statutes like the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) and the Stafford Act, this resource aims to address your questions with precision and detail. Our goal is to enhance your understanding of NPFC’s operations, from financial certifications for oil-carrying vessels to the mechanisms in place for compensating cleanup costs and damages. Explore these frequently asked questions to gain a deeper insight into how NPFC safeguards our natural resources and upholds its mission of effective response and recovery in the face of environmental challenges.