Hazardous Waste

2023 Hazardous Waste Data Now Available

EPA posted National Biennial Hazardous Waste Report data for the 2023 calendar year.

• Access the data through the RCRAInfo Web site.
• Download the data files.
• Explore trends in the data.

New Alternative Standards for Refrigerant Recycling

On October 11, 2024, EPA finalized alternative recycling criteria for ignitable refrigerants under Resource Conservation and Recovery Act authority.

EPA Issues Final Memo on Climate Change in Hazardous Waste Permitting

On June 5, 2024, EPA issued a final memo with guidance to EPA Regions, states, and territories on when and how to consider potential adverse climate change impacts in the hazardous waste permitting process.  

EPA Proposes Rule to Reduce Open Burning and Open Detonation of Waste Explosives

On March 20, EPA proposed amendments to the existing regulatory requirements for how facilities must evaluate and use alternative technologies for treating waste explosives and proposes new technical standards for OB/OD units designed to further protect communities. 

• Read the press release. 
• EPA extended the comment period. Comment on this proposal now through June 20, 2024.