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Environmental Engineering

Ruth Weiner Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from Johns Hopkins University, Robin Matthews

Chapter 17

Solid and Hazardous Waste Law - all with Video Answers

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Chapter Questions

Problem 1

Local land use ordinances often play key roles in limiting the number of sites available for a solid or hazardous waste disposal facility. Discuss the types of these zoning restrictions that apply in your home town.

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Problem 2

Assume you work for a firm that contracts to clean the inside and outside of factories and office buildings in the state capitol. Your boss thinks she could make more money by expanding her business to include the handling and transportation of hazardous wastes generated by her current clients. Outline the types of data you must collect to advise her to expand or not expand.

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Problem 3

Laws that govern refuse collection often begin with controls on the generator, i.e., rules that each household must follow if city trucks are to pick up their solid waste. If you are asked by a town council to develop a set of such "household rules," what controls would you include? Emphasize public health concerns, minimizing the cost of collection, and even resource recovery considerations.

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Problem 4

The oceans have long been viewed as bottomless pits into which the solid wastes of the world may be dumped. Engineers, scientists, and politicians are divided on the issue. Should ocean disposal be banned? Develop arguments pro and con.

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