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Model Dry Cleaners

Describes several distunguished dry cleaners that adopted environmentally sound principles. Read More

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ISO 14001: A Discussion of Implications For Pollution Prevention

An introduction to ISO 14001: its benefits, as well as why critics claim its ability to improve corporate environmental performance is limited. Read More

Wild Plant Puts the Bite on Heavy Metals

A wild mustard plant that grows only in the Austrian Alps naturally accumulates large amounts of metals in its tissues. This tiny plant may be the key to cleaning up large areas contaminated by heavy metals from industrial production. Read More

Progress For Pollution-Free Pig Farm in Indiana

An Indiana farm is the showcase for a new method of treating pig waste, which leaves virtually no trace of pollution or odor and costs less than current methods both to install and run. Read More

U.S. Army Unveils 'Green' Ammo

Sure, they’re designed to fly fast and kill swiftly, but that doesn’t mean they have to cost a lot to produce or clean up after. In a multimillion-dollar project, the Army has come up with a new bullet said to be just as deadly as the old lead-based one but cleaner for the Earth. Read More

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Keep Your Shop in Tune: A Best Management Practices Guide for Automotive Industries

Describes practices for running an efficient, safe, and clean automotive shop. Read More

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Hazardous Waste Considerations in Real Estate Transactions

Discusses environmental site assessments and liability for real-estate transactions in Washington. Read More

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Guide for Dangerous Waste Generators in Washington

Describes rules governing the use, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste in Washington. Read More

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Alternative Cleaning Solvents and Processes

Discusses less-polluting cleaning processes for manufacturers. Read More

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Toxics Use Reduction Case Studies

Real-life applications of technologies and processes to reduce toxics use. Read More