SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. - On April 30, a canister containing the remains of a common pesticide that is used to spray fruit trees was delivered in a load of garbage ...

In doing so, he cited the special threat of hazardous waste disposal, calling it "one of the highest priority environmental problems confronting the nation." When the Department of Environmental ...

Materials such as paint thinner, automotive oil, batteries and pesticides can be disposed of Saturday, Sept. 22, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the South Haven Public Works Building at 1199 8th Ave.

It’s not morally right to bury that much metal in the ground. It’s still recoverable, recyclable material,” says operator of ...

The Office of Hazardous Materials Operations (Haz-Ops) at UMass Lowell is dedicated to ensuring the safe and compliant handling, transfer, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste generated across the ...

It's like a magic trick. A cosmetic product sold in every drugstore and worn on the hands of millions of women suddenly turns into household hazardous waste.

Santa Clara residents can safely dispose of household hazardous waste at a free drop-off event in the city on Jan. 27. City officials said residents must register to attend this event by calling ...

Many waste disposal facilities accept microwaves for safe dismantling. It's also worth trying retailers as some, such as Best Buy, offer appliance recycling services.' ...