In a new video, Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) Commissioner Bonnie Heiple highlights composting as one of the simplest ways to reduce waste and…
Sustainability & Materials Management
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South Carolina Addresses Abandoned and Derelict Vessels Along Coast
South Carolina DES launched new and enhanced tools to address abandoned and derelict vessels along the coast.
New Hampshire Publishes ‘Caring for our Marshes’ Guide
New Hampshire DES has published an online guide offering practical, science-based information for managing shoreline properties.
Resolution 17-1: Advancing Safer Chemical Products and Processes
In this resolution, ECOS encourages support for sustainable and green chemistry and the promotion of alternatives assessment.
Wyoming Garners U.S. EPA Approval of Coal Ash Permit Program
Wyoming becomes the fifth state to secure CCR program authority, allowing it to permit CCR disposal in surface impoundments and landfills.
Colorado Approves EPR Plan & Post-Sackett Water Protection Rules
Colorado moves forward EPR for packaging and paper producers and approves new surface water protection rules.
New Jersey Launches Partnership to Expand Shell Recycling for Oyster Reef Restoration
New Jersey has partnered with Sysco Corporation to dramatically expand the state’s innovative shell recycling program.
North Dakota Receives U.S. EPA Approval to Run CCR Program
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced final approval of North Dakota’s application to operate its own CCR permitting program.
Massachusetts DEP Celebrates 50 Years of Environmental Protection
Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection celebrated 50 years of work to protect human health and the environment in the state.
North Carolina Promotes Environmental Stewardship Program at Annual Conference
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality held its Environmental Stewardship Initiative Conference, sharing sustainability and pollution prevention best practices.
