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EPA Now Hosting Biweekly National Environmental Justice Community Engagement Calls
2021-09-30 08:00:00| Waste Age
WASHINGTON The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) invites Environmental Justice (EJ) advocates and the public to participate in the agencys National Environmental Justice Community Engagement Calls, now happening biweekly, to d
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Environmental Justice Serves All
2021-06-15 08:00:00| Waste Age
Environmental justice is the fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race, color, national origin, or income with respect to the development, implementation and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations, and policie
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State Trends in Environmental Justice Legislation
2021-06-08 08:00:00| Waste Age
As most state legislative sessions begin to wind down, the National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA) has continued to stay engaged with state legislatures across the country. There have been numerous topics of significance to the industry, wi
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ISRI Position on Environmental Justice Highlights Inclusivity and Opportunities
2021-05-20 08:00:00| Waste Age
Washington, DC Recyclers are committed to being good neighbors in their communities by engaging, and operating environmentally responsible and safe recycling facilities. Recently passed by its Board of Directors, the Institute of
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Environmental Justice and the Waste Industry A New Jersey Perspective
2021-04-20 05:53:00| Waste Age
The siting of waste facilities in low-income communities and communities of color has been the subject of growing discussion; in fact, many waste management companies have committed publicly to supporting environmental justice efforts, including Cova
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