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August 4th, 2006
Regulations of Nanomaterial Wastes
Abstract:
This report says that the EPA currently has authority under the Resources Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) to regulate the generation, transportation, management, and disposal of solid and hazardous wastes containing nanomaterials.
Source:
merid.org
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