A new Ohio law regulating solid waste and debris is going into effect and will collect construction and demolition debris fees.
Land & Waste
Resolution 04-4: Promotion of Pollution Prevention and Sustainability
In this resolution, ECOS asks EPA to recognize the value of pollution prevention (P2) and sustainability and to work with states to incorporate them into its work.
Resolution 10-1: National Sustainable Materials Management
ECOS requests that EPA work with states to use materials management as an approach for addressing environmental challenges.
Indiana Develops Materials Management Plan
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) is hosting a set of five regional open houses to support the development of its Indiana State Materials Management Plan (MMP). The MMP…
Kansas Hosts Environmental Conference on Brownfields, PFAS, & More
The Kansas Department of Health & Environment (KDHE) hosted its annual Kansas Environmental Conference on August 12-14. The gathering featured workshops and trainings on topics such as hazardous waste generator…
New York Proposes Wastewater Cybersecurity Rulemaking
On June 10, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation proposed a rulemaking that would add cybersecurity regulations for wastewater treatment facilities. The proposal would require certified wastewater operators…
Arizona Promotes Recycling with Help from the ‘Real Housewives’
In May 2025, Arizona DEQ introduced “The Real Recyclers of Arizona,” a parody reality show in which agency staff shares tips on composting & waste reduction.
North Dakota Receives Initial U.S. EPA Nod to Run Own CCR Permit Program
The North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has taken a major step toward running its own permit program for the management of coal ash in landfills and surface impoundments.…
Permitting and Compliance Monitoring Activities for Major Programs
In this document, ECOS provides information on permitting and compliance monitoring activities for the air, hazardous waste, clean water, and drinking water programs.
Alabama Project Promotes Use of Scrap Tires in Steelmaking
Recently, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management partnered with a steelmaker in a trial project to test the viability of using crumb rubber from scrap tires in its steelmaking process.…
