NWRA Shows Support For EPA Emissions Guidelines The National Waste and Recycling Association (NWRA) has voiced its support for new emissions guidelines pro- posed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The Federal Plan for Municipal SolidWaste Landfills,which takes effect June 21, implements emissions guidelines and com- pliance times for municipal solid waste (MSW) landfills.The federal plan includes identification of legal authority and mechanisms for implementation; inventory of designated facilities; emissions inventory; emission limits; compliance schedules; a process for the EPA or state review of design plans for site-specific gas collection and control systems; testing, monitoring, reporting and recordkeeping require- ments; and public hearing requirements. Washington State Gov. Jay Inslee signed a bill that will limit the single-use plastic across the state.Washington’s SB 5022 bans the manufacture, sale and distribution of certain ex- panded polystyrene (EPS) products. This includes packing peanuts, foam plastic coolers and dinnerware, according to the bill. The bill also requires dining establishments to omit single-use plastic utensils, straws, cold-beverage cup lids and condiment packaging unless requested by customers. This applies to dine-in, takeout or delivery. Washington State Bans Polystyrene
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