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Siting of hazardous waste management facilities and public opposition. Final report

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:239074

This document presents the results of an EPA study concluding that public opposition to the siting of hazardous waste management facilities, especially landfills, is a critical problem. Provides insight into those factors which give rise to public opposition to the siting and operation of hazardous waste facilities. Identifies actions taken to try to reduce or overcome opposition. Stresses the need for providing the public with more information. Appendices include case studies, New England regional commission report, and information on state regulatory agencies.

Research Organization:
Centaur Associates, Inc., Washington, DC (United States)
OSTI ID:
239074
Report Number(s):
PB--96-163266/XAB; EPA/SW--809; CNN: Contract EPA-68-01-5012
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English