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November 29, 2022

Industry and Housing Coexist With Careful Air Planning

  Agricultural growing and harvesting operations are typically exempt from air planning, permitting and odor nuisance regulations. However, cannabis operations may require approval from the local Planning Commission. They may … Continue reading Industry and Housing Coexist With Careful Air Planning

November 28, 2022

Virginia Waste Management Board Adopts Regulatory Update

In its October 28, 2022, meeting, the Virginia Waste Management Board voted to adopt changes to the Virginia Solid Waste Management Regulations known as Amendment 9. Amendment 9 was initiated … Continue reading Virginia Waste Management Board Adopts Regulatory Update

November 20, 2022

Federal Recycling and Composting Grants Now!

EPA has opened applications for Federal recycling and composting grants. These grant programs are SWANA-supported and may assist in funding education and infrastructure. The EPA program is divided into two … Continue reading Federal Recycling and Composting Grants Now!

November 18, 2022

SCS Young Professionals Elect New Officers

The Young Professionals Planning Committee (YPPC) recently got together in Long Beach, California, for our annual meeting. During the meeting, we set goals for 2023, laid out the 2023’s calendar … Continue reading SCS Young Professionals Elect New Officers

November 16, 2022

Air Quality Permitting for Hydrogen Production Facilities

  Hydrogen is commonly produced using steam methane reforming (SMR), which requires heat, a catalyst, and feedstock such as natural gas. SMR operations generate atmospheric emissions from combustion and process … Continue reading Air Quality Permitting for Hydrogen Production Facilities