Hazardous Waste

EPA Issues Guidance on the Proper Disposal of E-cigarettes
- For individuals.
- For schools and small businesses.
2023 Hazardous Waste Data Now Available

EPA posted National Biennial Hazardous Waste Report data for the 2023 calendar year.
New Alternative Standards for Refrigerant Recycling

On October 11, 2024, EPA finalized alternative recycling criteria for ignitable refrigerants under Resource Conservation and Recovery Act authority.
EPA Proposes Rule to Reduce Open Burning and Open Detonation of Waste Explosives

On March 20, EPA proposed amendments to the existing regulatory requirements for how facilities must evaluate and use alternative technologies for treating waste explosives and proposes new technical standards for OB/OD units designed to further protect communities.
- Read the press release.
- EPA extended the comment period. Comment on this proposal now through June 20, 2024.