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Publication NamePublication Description
A Collection of Solid Waste Resources 2008 Edition CD
Lists over 300 publications on hazardous and nonhazardous waste, many in Spanish. Includes a wide variety of educational materials for youth.
EPA 530-C-08-001
2008
CD
Analysis of Composting as an Environmental Remediation Technology
Summarizes the available information on the use of compost for managing hazardous waste streams (as well as other applications) and indicates possible areas for future investigations.
EPA 530-R-98-008
April 1998
Technical Report; 115 pages
Be Waste Aware: Waste Reduction Resources and Tools for Students (PDF) (2pp)
Helps you learn more about municipal and solid waste, also known as trash or garbage.
EPA 530-F-03-056
November 2003
Fact Sheet, 2 pages
Beyond RCRA - Waste and Materials Management in the Year 2020 (PDF) (25pp)
A paper intended to provoke discussion about the possible direction of the RCRA program.
EPA530-R-02-009
April 2003
Booklet, 21 pages
Brownfields Technology Primer:
Requesting and evaluating proposals that encourage innovative technologies for investigation and cleanup
EPA 542-R-01-005
February, 2001
Booklet, 49pages
Catalog of Hazardous and Solid Waste Publications
17th Edition
EPA 530-B-04-001
2004
Catalog; 405 pages
Chemicals in Schools – Community Partners,
What the community can do to help develop a school chemical cleanout program.
EPA 530-F-05-016
April 2006
Brochure; 6 pages
Chemicals in Schools – K-12 Schools,
Helping schools develop a chemical cleanout and prevention program.
EPA 530-F-05-012
April 2006
Brochure; 6 pages
Cleaning Up the Nation's Waste Sites: Markets and Technology Trends 2004 Edition
Information on the nature and extent of the future cleanup market.
EPA 542-R-04-015
September 2004
Report, 270 pages
Climate Change and Waste: Reducing Waste Can Make a Difference
What is the greenhouse effect and measuring benefits of waste reduction.
EPA 530-E-03-002
March 2003
Folder with inserts
Complex Recycling Issues
Strategies for record-setting waste reduction in multi-family dwellings
EPA 530-F-99-022
October 1999
Folder with inserts; 26 pages
Compliance Plan for the Underground Storage Tank Program
Report to Congress
EPA 510-R-00-001
July 2001
Booklet, 70 pages
Cost Estimating Tools and Resources for Addressing Sits Under the Brownfields Initiative
EPA has developed a series of guides to help communities, states, municipalities, and the private sector more effectively address brownfield sites.
EPA 625-R-99-001
April 1999
Booklet, 33 pages
Facility Response Planning- Compliance Assistance Guide, To help owners and operators of facilities that store or use oil better understand the Federal Oil Pollution Prevention regulation.EPA 540-K-02-003d
August 2002
Guide; 18 pages
Facility Response Planning – EPA Region 10
Compliance Assistance Guide
EPA 910-K-07-001
June 2007
Booklet, 18 pages
Fuel For Thought...How to Reduce Wastes at Your Shop
This brochure identifies some waste reduction and pollution prevention (P2) options that may be followed to ensure that wastes do not end up in the wrong place where they can cause harm.
EPA 305-K-96-002
September 1996
Brochure, 6 pages
Household Hazardous Waste:What You Should and Shouldn't Do
Are you poisoning your water?
Water Environment Federation
Brochure; 6 pages
Household Hazardous Waste: Steps To Safe Management
Steps to Safe Management
EPA 530-F-92-031
April 1993
Pamphlet; 1 page
Identifying Your Waste
The starting point for companies that produce hazardous waste.
EPA 530-F-97-029
September 1997
Brochure, 8 pages
Information for Small Businesses
Websites, hotlines, compliance assistance centers, etc.
EPA
Fact Sheet; 1 pages
Innovative Uses of Compost: Bioremediation and Pollution Prevention
Introduction to compost bioremediation.
EPA 530-F-97-042
October 1997
Fact Sheet; 6 pages
Innovative Uses of Compost: Disease Control for Plants and Animals
Compost-enriched soil can help suppress diseases and ward off pests.
EPA 530-F-97-044
October 1997
Fact Sheet; 4 pages
Innovative Uses of Compost: Erosion Control, Turf Remediation, and Landscaping
Using compost technology to control erosion and in landscaping activites
EPA 530-F-97-043
October 1997
Fact Sheet; 8 pages
Innovative Uses of Compost: Reforestation, Wetlands Restoration, and Habitat Revitalization
Compost, as highly organic matter, can be used in forests, wetlands, and other natural habitats.
EPA 530-F-97-046
October 1997
Fact Sheet; 4 pages
Introduction to Hard Rock Mining CD
Information, images, and resources about mining related activities including phases of mine development and environmental challenges.
EPA 530-C-97-005
1997
CD
Lead-Contaminated Soil - Residential Real Estate Transaction Disclosure Requirements
Information for owners, landlords and sellers, buyers and renters and real estate agents.
EPA 910-K-05-002
August 2005
Brochure, 5 pages
Make a Difference in Your School
A how-to guide for engaging students in resource conservation and waste reduction
EPA 530-K-06-003
May 2006
Booklet, 32 pages
Managing Your Hazardous Waste
A Guide for Small Businesses
EPA 530-K-01-005
July 2002
Booklet; 28 pages
Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems Manual
Provides a wealth of information on a variety of traditional and new on onsite system siting, design, installation, maintenance, and replacement. Also available on CD
EPA625-R-00-008
February 2002
Manual; 407 pages
Process Design Manual – Land Treatment of Municipal Wastewater Effluents
Design criteria and supporting information for planning, design, construction and operation of land treatment systems. Includes CD Rom.
EPA 625-R-06-016
September 2006
Manual; 181 Pages
RCRA IN Focus: Construction, Demolition and Renovation
Procedures for reducing waste, preventing pollution, regulation reviews.
EPA 530-K-04-005
September 2004
Manual; 21 pages
RCRA in Focus:Vehicle Maintenance
Reducing Garage Wastes
EPA 530-K-99-004
1999,Booklet; 17 pages
RCRA Orientation Manual
This updated manual provides introductory information on the solid and hazardous waste management under the Resource and Conservation Act (RCRA).
EPA 530-R-06-003
March, 2006
Manual; 243 pages
Recycling Guide For Native American Nations (PDF)
How to set up a recycling program. Finding help and additional resources.
EPA 530-K-95-006
June 1995
Booklet; 17 pages
Recycling Works!
State and Local Solutions to Solid Waste Management Problems
EPA 530-K-99-003
April 1999
Booklet, 51 pages
Reference Guide to Non-Combustion Technologies
for Remediation of Persistent Organic Pollutants in Stockpiles and Soil
EPA 542-R-05-006
December 2005
Booklet 67 pages
Return Unwanted Medications
for free and safe disposal
Unwanted Medicine Return Program
May 2007
Brochure, 6 pages
Road Map to Understanding Innovative Technology Options for Brownfields Investigation and Cleanup, Fourth Edition
Citizen’s Guides to Understanding Innovative Treatment Technologies.View or download pdf files on the Road Map CD-ROM
EPA 542-B-05-001
September 2005
Book, 158
Solid Waste Management and Green House Gases
A life-cycle assessment of emissions and sinks
EPA 530-R-06=--4
September 2006
Book, 140 pages
Sustainable Revitalization:
Optimizing the environmental, social, and economic benefits throughout the land revitalization process
EPA 530-F-08-007
April 2008
Fact Sheet, 4 pages
The Power of Change
Protecting the environment for the next generation
EPA 530-E-04-001
April 2004
Kit
Tribal Waste Journal - Against All Odds: Transfer Station Triumphs
Creating a vision for your transfer station.
EPA 530-N-03-003
2003
Booklet, 24 pages
Tribal Waste Journal - Alaska Villages Chart Their Own Course Toward Solid Waste Solutions
Seven generations training empowers people to clean up communities.
EPA 530-N-03-005
February 2004
Booklet, 25 pages
Tribal Waste Journal – Construction & Demolition Materials: Concrete Reasons to Manage Them Now!
Information for managers looking for ways to prevent illegal dumping, to save money on disposal costs and maintain clean lands.
EPA 530-N-06-003
June 2006
Booklet
Tribal Waste Journal - Respect Our Resources: Prevent Illegal Dumping
Develop a solid foundation: offer waste disposal alternatives and address past habits.
EPA 530-N-02-001
May 2002
Journal, 20 pages
Tribal Waste Journal - Tribal Composting Nourishes Land and Tradition
Backyard composting, turning fish and food waste into resources and kids worm up to vermicomposting.
EPA 530-N-05-001
June 2005
Booklet; 28 pages
Understanding Oil Spills and Oil Spill Response
Outlines what oil spills are, their potential effects on the environment, how they are cleaned up, and how various agencies prepare for spills before they happen.
EPA 540-K-93-003
October 1993
Booklet; 47 pages
Using Coal Ash in Highway Construction: Guide to Benefits and Impacts
This booklet in intended to help users and the public understand both the environmental benefits and potential impacts of using coal combusion products in various applications.
EPA 530-K-05-002
April 2005
Booklet, 41 pages
WasteWise Endorser Program
EPA launched the WasteWise endorser program to help spread the WasteWise message to more organizations.
EPA 530-F-06-011
August 2006
Fact Sheet, 2 pages
You Can Make a Difference - Learn About Careers in Waste Management
Information on pursuing an environmental career
EPA 530-F-02-011
February 2003
Fact Sheet, 2 pages
You Dump It, You Drink It.
Recycle used motor oil.
EPA 530-F-02-027
2003, Brochure; 4 pages
Your Life, Your World, Your Choices - (Middle School Kit)
This kit shows how to reduce waste.
EPA 530-E-03-001
2003
Packet
Your Life, Your World, Your Choices (High School)
Folder with Inserts
EPA 530-F-02-010
January 2002
Folder

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