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Contaminated sites policy framework [2023]

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This document presents the Government of Alberta's policy framework for the management of contaminated sites. It applies when developing and assessing options for management of contaminated lands... More ≫

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This document presents the Government of Alberta's policy framework for the management of contaminated sites. It applies when developing and assessing options for management of contaminated lands in Alberta.

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Car wash sump wastes : industry practices fact sheet

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This fact sheet provides guidance on proper management and disposal procedures for car wash sump wastes.

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Financial security for waste facilities

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This fact sheet provides clarification on how financial security for waste management facilities is evaluated. Owners of waste management facilities must provide financial security before... More ≫

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This fact sheet provides clarification on how financial security for waste management facilities is evaluated. Owners of waste management facilities must provide financial security before starting operations or reclaiming their facilities.

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Hazardous waste / hazardous recyclables facility contacts list

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A listing of contact information for Alberta facilities with an Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act (EPEA) approval to manage hazardous waste / hazardous recyclables.

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Contaminated sites policy framework [2014]

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This document presents the Government of Alberta's policy framework for the management of contaminated sites. It applies when developing and assessing options for management of contaminated lands... More ≫

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This document presents the Government of Alberta's policy framework for the management of contaminated sites. It applies when developing and assessing options for management of contaminated lands in Alberta.

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Car wash sump wastes : acceptable industry practices [2012]

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Describes Acceptable Industry Practices (AIP) for the management of sump wastes. from car wash bays or similar operations are accepted at Class II landfills for management, irrigation, or dust... More ≫

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Describes Acceptable Industry Practices (AIP) for the management of sump wastes. from car wash bays or similar operations are accepted at Class II landfills for management, irrigation, or dust suppression purposes.

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Used oil as dust suppressant : acceptable industry practices

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Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Development has regulated used lubricating oils and undrained lube oil filters since the early 1990's. In Alberta, used lube oil and undrained oil... More ≫

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Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Development has regulated used lubricating oils and undrained lube oil filters since the early 1990's. In Alberta, used lube oil and undrained oil filters are classified as hazardous waste (Waste Type 201) or hazardous recyclables. As such, these wastes/recyclables have to be directed to approved hazardous waste management or recycling facilities.

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Aerosol cans : acceptable industry practices

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Describes Acceptable Industry Practices (AIP) for management of aerosol cans. The Alberta User Guide for Waste Managers (Guide) identifies non-empty aerosol cans as hazardous waste depending on... More ≫

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Describes Acceptable Industry Practices (AIP) for management of aerosol cans. The Alberta User Guide for Waste Managers (Guide) identifies non-empty aerosol cans as hazardous waste depending on the characteristics and percentage by mass of the compressed gases in the aerosol can.

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Waste management information for businesses that manage hazardous waste and hazardous recyclables

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Many small to medium-sized businesses in Alberta generate or manage hazardous waste and hazardous recyclables, such as used oil, undrained used oil filters, spent antifreeze, used car batteries,... More ≫

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Many small to medium-sized businesses in Alberta generate or manage hazardous waste and hazardous recyclables, such as used oil, undrained used oil filters, spent antifreeze, used car batteries, paint leftovers, spent solvents, corrosives, cleaning products, etc. This document is intended to provide these businesses with a consolidated summary of the essential requirements and expected practices under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act for the management of these hazardous waste and hazardous recyclables.

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Household hazardous waste round-ups : a guide for municipalities participating in the Household Hazardous Waste Program

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Explains the Household Hazardous Waste Round Up program, which manages special collection events that allow householders to remove hazardous substances from their homes for safe treatment and... More ≫

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Explains the Household Hazardous Waste Round Up program, which manages special collection events that allow householders to remove hazardous substances from their homes for safe treatment and disposal. The overall objective of this program is to assist municipalities in environmentally-responsible management of the household hazardous waste stream.

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