[EXTERNAL]: Hazardous Waste Rule Updates Meeting - October 25

A message from NJDEP's Division of Waste and UST Compliance & Enforcement:

SAVE THE DATE: Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. (Invitation to follow upon request)

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) is hosting a stakeholder meeting on October 25, 2023 for interested parties and regulated entities to learn about plans to propose amendments to the Hazardous Waste rule (N.J.A.C. 7:26G) and related provisions in the Recycling Rules (N.J.A.C. 7:26A). The meeting will be hosted using NJDEP's online meeting platform, Microsoft Teams, and the topics will include:

• Revisions to ensure required consistency with the Federal program.
• Inclusion of climate resiliency considerations for Hazardous Waste Treatment, Storage and Disposal Facilities.
• Updates to Hazardous Waste fees & penalties.
• Inclusion of solar panels as a State listed universal waste and Class D Recyclable Material.

To receive the meeting invitation prior to the event, please email sonya.silcox@dep.nj.gov by Thursday, October 5 to provide your contact information.

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is dedicated to protecting New Jersey's environment and public health. The agency prioritizes addressing climate change, protecting New Jersey's water, revitalizing its communities and managing and promoting its natural and historic resources.

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