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Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Training Modules

This page contains links to EPA's Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) training modules that provide an overview of several hazardous waste regulatory topics.

Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Training Module about Corrective Action

This training module explains the purpose and application of the corrective action program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA).

The Backlog of Containerized Hazardous Waste Needing Incineration

This webpage describes the hazardous waste incinerator backlog of containerized hazardous waste issue and provides answers to several frequent questions EPA has received since the backlog started to help the regulated community and regulators.

Establishing a Recycling Program for Mercury-Containing Light Bulbs

Steps that businesses can undertake to properly manage used universal waste lamps.

EPA Extends Comment Period on Proposed Rule to Revoke Chlorpyrifos Tolerances

EPA is reopening the public comment period on a proposed rule to revoke certain tolerances for chlorpyrifos.

July—August 2023 Newsletter

EPA Pacific Southwest (Region 9) Newsletter: See the newsletter for stories about our work responding to the wildfires on Maui, supporting the Red Hill Community Representation Initiative, cleaning up mines in Arizona, and more!

May—June 2023 Newsletter

EPA Pacific Southwest (Region 9) Newsletter: Investing in America, Tackling the Climate Crisis, Preparing for Wildfires, and More

Environmental Information for North Dakota

This page contains environmental information for North Dakota, including air, water, enforcement, cleanups, toxic releases, pesticides and grants.

Radon Information for Kids, Students and Teachers

Resources to help children, students and teachers learn more about radon

Texas Federal Air Quality Control Regions (AQCRs)

Read about the approved State Implementation Plans for Texas

Advancing Sustainable Materials Management: Facts and Figures Report

Each year EPA releases Facts and Figures data, formerly called Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) in the United States: Facts and Figures. It includes information on MSW generation, recycling/composting, combustion and landfilling.

Smart Growth and Transportation

Describes the relationship between smart growth and transportation, focusing on smart and sustainable street design, transit-oriented development, parking management, sustainable transportation planning, and related resources.