Tag: hazardous_waste
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Alaska Boosts Defense Role, Gains EPA Authority, and Honors Local Business
Alaska establishes a new Military Affairs Office and gains EPA authorization for hazardous waste management. Mountain Dog was named Manufacturer of the Year, while the state also honored National Guard and Korean War veterans.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessConflictUSAGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentEconomyMilitaryEnvironment AlaskaMilitary Affairs OfficeEPAHazardous WasteMountain DogManufacturer of the YearKorean WarOffice of the Alaska Governor
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EPA Finalizes Settlement with Denka Over Hazardous Chloroprene Waste in Louisiana
The EPA has finalized a settlement with Denka Performance Elastomer, resolving hazardous chloroprene waste mismanagement at its LaPlace, Louisiana facility. The agreement includes a nearly $1 million penalty and mandates strict compliance if operations resume.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthFederal GovernmentEnvironmentLegalEmployment and LaborSocial Issues Denka Performance ElastomerEPALaPlace, LouisianaChloropreneHazardous WasteEnvironmental ComplianceRCRA
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Fairfax City Issues Recycling Reminder: Boxes In, Electronics Out
The City of Fairfax urges residents to properly recycle boxes while warning against curbside disposal of electronics and wires due to equipment damage and fire risks. Designated hazardous waste sites are available for safe electronic recycling.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentGeneral PoliticsEducation City of Fairfaxrecyclingelectronicshazardous wasteboxesI-66 Transfer StationI-95 Landfill Complex