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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

1. Economical Savings

2. Reduce Environmental Liabilities

3. Competitive Advantage

4. 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