As part of our Resource Library, BEP maintains numerous factsheets on hazardous waste management to help your facility understand the regulations and stay in compliance. Several factsheets have been amended to include more up to date information, including Used Oil Management for Generators, Contingency Plans, and others. Do you need more detailed information on certain hazardous waste topics? Check out our list of factsheets here.
Curious about hazardous waste data? The EPA uploaded 2023 data from the Biennial Hazardous Waste Report. Explore data on the hazardous waste generated, managed, shipped, and received for all U.S. states and territories at these links.
Beginning January 22, 2025, large and small quantity generators are required to register and maintain an account as an e-Manifest user in RCRAInfo with Site Manager or e-Manifest Certifier permissions to meet the regulatory changes of the final Third Rule, published by the EPA earlier this year. Activities to be conducted through RCRAInfo include: Registering as an industry user can be done here. For assistance with registration, contact Kat Olson at 775-834-3674 or katolson@unr.edu. Additionally, NDEP’s webpage on the RCRAInfo Software contains step by step instructions for registration and provides details …
Read MoreAction Required for Small and Large Quantity Hazardous Waste Generators in e-Manifest
$100,000–$250,000 in funding is available | Deadline: December 6th The NSF Engines: Southwest Sustainability Innovation Engine (SWSIE) leadership team has announced that the new Innovation Grant program is now open and accepting project pitches through Friday, December 6, 2024. This funding opportunity is designed to support innovative projects that address critical challenges in sustainability, focusing on solutions in the energy, water, and carbon sectors. The Innovation Grant is catalyzed by the NSF Innovation Engines program and provides non-dilutive funding ranging from $100,000 to $250,000 to …
Read MoreCall for Project Pitches from the NSF Southwest Sustainability Innovation Engine
On November 13, The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized amendments to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for rubber tire manufacturing. These updates address previously unregulated hazardous air pollutant (HAP) emissions from the rubber processing subcategory, ensuring compliance with Clean Air Act requirements for this industry. This action is expected to reduce emissions of total hydrocarbons (THC) and filterable particulate matter (fPM) by about 171 tons annually. Read more about the final rule here.
Download our 2025 Hazardous Waste Compliance Calendar! The calendar includes space for your facility to document weekly inspections, staff training, waste determinations, and more. The calendar also contains compliance tips and QR codes to helpful resources to keep your facility in compliance with hazardous waste regulations. Download the calendar here.
The Hazardous Waste 101 course scheduled in Las Vegas for Friday, December 13th is now full. Contact Kat Olson at katolson@unr.edu or 775-834-3674 to be added to the waitlist. The course scheduled in Reno for Tuesday, December 17th is still accepting registrations. Register here today! Hazardous Waste 101 is a free training where you and your team will learn proper management of hazardous waste, RCRA manifest requirements, waste identification and labeling requirements, record-keeping and reporting requirements, and training requirements. Throughout …
Funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law On October 30th, the US Environmental Protection Agency announced the selectees of the 2024-2025 Pollution Prevention Grants. The newly announced grant is part of a nationwide initiative to reduce pollution by limiting it at its sources. The Nevada Business Environmental Program is one of 48 agencies nationally that received a total of nearly $19 million for pollution-prevention projects, and the $350,000 grant to the Nevada program is among the largest. The University of Nevada …
The US EPA has announced three new funding opportunities to improve recycling infrastructure and consumer education and outreach on wasted food prevention and composting: Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling (SWIFR) Grants for Tribes and Intertribal Consortia and for Communities, and Recycling Education and Outreach (REO) Grants for coalitions. Read more information about these funding opportunities and how to apply by reading EPA’s Press Release.
On October 16, 2024, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued final amendments to two air toxics regulations, the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Oil and Natural Gas Production and the NESHAP for Natural Gas Transmission and Storage. These rules aim to control hazardous air pollutants, which can cause cancer and other serious health problems.