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Pollution Prevention: Smart Business Sense
- What is Pollution Prevention?
Pollution Prevention is the reduction of waste by volume or toxicity prior
to disposal or emission.
- Three Major Types of Pollution Prevention
Source Reduction:
Reducing or eliminating waste at its source point.
Recycling:
Any process by which materials are collected and used as raw materials
for new products.
Waste Treatment:
Any method, technique, or process designed to change the composition of a
hazardous material in order to either eliminate the material or reduce its
toxicity to a less hazardous level.
- Benefits of Pollution Prevention
- Economical Savings
- Reduce Environmental Liabilities
- Competitive Advantage
- Enhance Public Image
A variety of materials are available to assist business with implementing
pollution prevention strategies into their workplace. The EMI can provide
informational materials and consultation services to businesses and entities
looking to reduce operating costs using pollution prevention techniques and
methodologies.
The following web links provide both general information and special interest
guidance on pollution prevention.
Environmental Guidance on Pollution Prevention (P2)
Special Interest and Small Business Links
Recycling, Waste Management, and Material Exchange Links
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