In this unit on waste reduction, pupils learn the basics of solid and hazardous waste, plus ways to reduce the production of both. They also discover the purpose of waste regulation and how it helps save the environment.
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Waste Reduction Unit: Activities on Solid & Hazardous Waste
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The Environmental Protection Agency leads the nation's environmental science, research, education and assessment efforts. The mission of EPA is to protect human health and the environment. Since 1970, EPA has been working for a cleaner, healthier environment for the American people.
The Environmental Protection Agency leads the nation's environmental science, research, education and assessment efforts. The mission of EPA is to protect human health and the environment. Since 1970, EPA has been working for a cleaner, healthier environment for the American people.
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