Hazardous and Special Waste
AROW works to decrease the amount of improperly managed hazardous and special wastes in Wisconsin by promoting reduction, reuse and recycling. These efforts contribute to environmental protection and natural resource preservation throughout the state.
AROW's Hazardous and Special Waste priorities are:
- Creating awareness about hazardous and special wastes;
- Connecting with groups conducting hazardous or special waste research;
- Evaluating legislative issues that may impact the management of hazardous and special waste;
- Monitoring potential funding opportunities for management of hazardous and special waste
Current Hazardous & Special Waste Initiatives
Governor Doyle Signs Bill Banning Oil Filters and Absorbents - AB 258
AROW's Hazardous and Special Waste Committee
AROW's Hazardous and Special Waste Committee, made up of AROW members, advises and guides the organization's hazardous and special waste related initiatives.
Committee Contacts
Wess Damro (Brown County), Chair: damro_ww(at)co.brown.wi.us
Angie Lemar, AROW Program Director: programs(at)arow-online.org
Upcoming Meeting Information
April 2010 - Via Conference Call
Agenda TBA
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