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Environmental Law: Government and Public Policy Towards the Environment

Environmental Science

Biodegradable : Used to describe substances and the ability of microorganisms (bacteria, algae) to break it down. There may also be requirements on what technologies must be used for mitigation such as the use of catalytic converters in cars that used older lead fuel (6).

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Environmental Perspectives

Environmental Science

CERCLA ( Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act , aka Superfund) - cleans up “abandoned” haz waste. Incineration, thermal desorption, chemical stabilization, landfarming (biodegradation), and offsite landfilling are some options. But what do you do with it after it's dug up?