New York

Covered Electronic Equipment (CCE) Banned from Disposal with Trash in New York State

As of January 1, 2015, consumers in state of New York may no longer dispose of certain types of electronic equipment in landfills, waste-to-energy facilities, in the trash, or at curbside for trash pickup.  The following electronic equipment is covered…

EPA Fines Kawasaki Rail Car for Improper Storage and Handling of Hazardous Waste

EPA Inspection Found Dozens of Containers of Hazardous Wastes The Bullet: A company is inspected, issued a notice of violation, and settles with USEPA to avoid a long costly legal process they will likely lose.  The cost to settle is…

New York Department of Environmental Conservation Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Amendments to Hazardous Waste Management Regulations

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is providing a Draft for Public Consideration of revised Hazardous Waste Management Regulations for comment by stakeholders. This rulemaking by DEC will incorporate new Federal rules of the USEPA and changes…