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What was the primary purpose of the Environmental Protection Act 1990?
What was the primary purpose of the Environmental Protection Act 1990?
Who is responsible for handling authorization for heavily polluting industries?
Who is responsible for handling authorization for heavily polluting industries?
Which authority manages pollution control from less heavily polluting processes?
Which authority manages pollution control from less heavily polluting processes?
Which of the following processes must receive authorization according to the Environmental Protection Act 1990?
Which of the following processes must receive authorization according to the Environmental Protection Act 1990?
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What does integrated pollution control refer to in the context of the Environmental Protection Act 1990?
What does integrated pollution control refer to in the context of the Environmental Protection Act 1990?
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Study Notes
Waste Disposal
- The Environmental Protection Act 1990 was introduced to prevent pollution from emissions to air, land, or water from scheduled processes. It implemented integrated pollution control.
- Authorization for processes that release pollutants must be granted by the relevant authority. For major polluters, this is HM Inspectorate of Pollution.
- Less polluting processes are managed by local authorities.
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Test your knowledge on waste disposal regulations in the UK, particularly focusing on the Environmental Protection Act of 1990. This quiz covers pollution control, authorization processes, and the roles of different authorities in managing pollution. Additionally, you'll learn about the integrated pollution control measures in place.
