waste reduction regulation Articles
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The Application and Difficulties of Mechanical and Biological Treatment in Different Types of Solid Wastes - Case Study
Nowadays, the Chinese government is regulating the solid waste treatment, basing on the principal of "reduction, reuse and recovery", the municipal solid waste should be source separated in advance, with separate transportation the different types of waste should be sent to specific system for further treatment. However this systemic regulation requires long term to be adapted into Chinese ...
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Waste dynamics, decoupling and ex post policy effectiveness: evidence from the EU15
This paper provides a comprehensive analysis of municipal and packaging waste generation dynamics, based on panel data for the EU15. The evidence provides some valuable policy implications since it analyses the extent to which decoupling has occurred for the two waste streams and if and how effectively EU waste policy has influenced the waste generation-income relationship since 1995. We ...
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THM Prevention & DOC Remova Drinking Water - Case Study
Cuf was sole sourced for a drinking water facility as it had unmatched purification performance and was the only viable solution for the trend of stricter regulations for reductions in color, THMs, and liquid waste. Cuf achieves all of these water purification requirements and provides an essentially Zero Liquid Discharge solution. A 1 MGD well has been brought online to reduce the demand on its ...
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New regulations for release in Germany: a chance for minimisation of radioactive waste and reduction of costs
The EURATOM Basic Safety Standards provided the occasion to establish comprehensive clearance regulations in German law. The new German Radiation Protection Ordinance contains detailed regulations regarding clearance of radioactive substances with negligible radioactivity from practices subject to authorisation. For about 300 radionuclides, there are mass- and surface-specific clearance levels ...
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DE HSCA Environmental Standards
The Delaware Hazardous Substance Cleanup Act (HSCA): DE HSCA Environmental Standards & Regulations The Delaware Hazardous Substance Cleanup Act (DE HSCA Environmental Standards) environmental standards for risk assessment, clean-up, and remediation planning for polluted sites are determined by the DNREC Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances. These standards enable DNREC to oversee the ...
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Wheels of Change: Sustainable Tyre Pyrolysis Plant Redefining Rubber Recycling
In the realm of waste management and environmental sustainability, the issue of end-of-life tires has long posed a considerable challenge. Discarded tires, with their durable rubber composition, contribute to landfills and present environmental hazards. However, amidst this challenge, a revolutionary process has emerged – sustainable tyre pyrolysis. This innovative method not only addresses the ...
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Utilizing Tyre Pyrolysis Plant to Mitigate Pollution
Pollution, particularly from discarded tyres, is a significant environmental concern worldwide. The improper disposal of used tyres poses numerous challenges, including space constraints, fire hazards, and the release of toxic substances into the environment. However, an innovative solution known as tyre pyrolysis recycling holds great promise in addressing these issues. This process involves ...
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What is Sludge Dewatering?
What Is Sludge vs. Sludge Cake? Sludge dewatering is a process in which a sludge slurry (sludge) is made more solid by removing water from its contents to form a sludge cake. A wide variety of municipal and industrial processes will create sludge cake after it is dewatered using various presses to form higher solids content versus a watery sludge slurry. While dewatering does not in itself treat ...
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Federal grants support food waste solutions in Connecticut
Federal grants totaling $100,000 have been designated to help Connecticut meet federal, state, and local efforts to divert food from landfills while helping provide healthy food to the hungry, protecting the environment, and saving money for businesses and consumers. The Center for EcoTechnology, a nonprofit organization focused on food waste, will use a portion of those grants to provide ...
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Incentives for environmental performance
There are many advantages for a company who is pursuing a course of superior environmental performance. Governmental Trends to Improve Environmental Management Better organization and more efficient management of environmental responsibilities. Better compliance with laws and regulations. Reduction in environmental risk and liabilities with possible insurance implications. Identification ...
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Management of Hazardous Wastes
' Management of hazardous waste is a growing concern in many countries. The long-term impacts and costs of improper disposal can be very high and the emphasis must be on prevention. A comprehensive management system should include (i) policies, institutions and effective regulations and (ii) adequate and acceptable disposal facilities (either public or private). This note outlines the key ...
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Optimizing Wastewater Treatment
' Growing volumes of both industrial and municipal wastewater are being discharged to surface waters but the treatment provided frequently is inadequate to protect the desired uses of the receiving waters. With limited resources in terms of both institutional capacity and finance, governments face difficult choices in optimizing their investments in municipal systems and establishing practical ...
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