Attorney Mark Dennison combines his own legal experience with the technical knowledge of leading engineers to make this book an indispensable guide to understanding pollution prevention policies and regulatory initiatives designed to reduce wastes. Chapters cover regulatory requirements, solid waste reduction programs, hazardous waste minimization programs, industry-specific pollution prevention strategies, industrial facilities, and case studies.

Pollution Prevention focuses on current efforts to incorporate pollution prevention into the functions of state and local environmental agencies. It explains how to introduce pollution prevention methods into inspection programs, permitting procedures, enforcement actions, technical assistance, training, and voluntary initiatives. Topics covering the financing of pollution prevention efforts and factors contributing to their development are addressed. The book offers a wealth of practical information for state and government agency personnel, consultants, waste management personnel, and professionals in industry.