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Chapter 23: Solid, Toxic, and Hazardous Waste


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Chapter 23: Solid, Toxic, and Hazardous Waste

Bedsworth, W. W. (May/June) 1993. "The Verdict," Sierra 78, no. 3:82. Judges are imposing stiff fines and even jail terms for toxic dumping.

Diaz, L. F., et al. 1993. Composting and Recycling Municipal Solid Waste. Chelsea, MI: Lewis Publishers. A comprehensive guide to composting and recycling.

Gorman, J. (November/December) 1993. "Worms Stand Tall," Audubon 95, no. 6:106. Even if you live in an apartment or dormitory, you can feed organic waste to worms in a box in the basement or under the sink. It's fun to do and you might make a profit by selling part of the surplus supply.

Grieder, W. 1990. "Hazardous Waste Exports: Changes in Sight," EPA Journal 16, no. 4:46. Although progress is being made in controlling hazardous waste exports, much dangerous material still crosses boundaries. The U.S. Congress and the United Nations are considering measures to curb toxic exports.

Hattemer-Frey, Holly A., and Curtis Travis. 1991. Health Effects of Municipal Waste Incineration. Chelsea, MI: Lewis Publishers. A professional overview of the toxicology and epidemiology of waste incineration.

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