The Florida Department of Environmental Protection has recently approved Blue Origin's application for a water deluge system at Space Launch Complex 36 in Cape Canaveral. This development clears the path for the planned static fire of New Glenn's first stage and subsequent launch in the near future. The permit entails the use of existing dry retention ponds to manage the deluge water during launch events, with a large portion converting to steam and the rest being collected in a retention pond to minimize environmental impact. Blue Origin plans to conduct up to eight launches and static fire tests annually at LC-36. It's worth noting that unlike other rockets utilizing solid rocket motors, New Glenn will use a liquid methane - liquid oxygen propellant mix, reducing pollutants during combustion. This optimized mix ensures that combustion is nearly complete, minimizing pollutants like carbon monoxide. Blue Origin's commitment to environmental stewardship extends to the responsible handling of contaminants during launch activities to prevent pollution in the Saint Johns River Watershed.