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Energy Star FAQ on Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs (CFLs) and Mercury – Information about cleanup if a bulb breaks and disposal tips. PDF. (April 2008).

Proposed Regulative Changes – The Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet has filed proposed changes to the hazardous waste regulations. 

Division of Waste Management press releases – Division releases are online at the Commonwealth News Center. A free e-mail subscription is available. http://kentucky.gov/Newsroom/ Recent releases:

Spring Waste Tire Amnesty Schedule – The Waste Tire Amnesty Program, established in 1998, is part of the Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet’s ongoing effort to rid Kentucky’s landscape of waste tires.

Rohm and Haas – Louisville. The division has made a tentative decision to issue a modification to the facility’s hazardous waste management permit. Public comments or a request for a hearing should be submitted in writing before midnight June 2. Notice: Word  PDF. Fact sheet: Word  PDF. 

The Marketplace – A monthly newsletter with regional prices on nine commodities. Click here to view the latest edition.

Methamphetamine Cleanup Contractor Certification – As of June 27, 2007, the division's Superfund Branch is required to maintain a list of contractors certified to perform cleanup of methamphetamine contamination. Click here for additional information about certification and the list of contractors. Orientation for certified contractors is set for Feb. 27 in Frankfort. Press release.

Certification programs – Training is available for landfill operators and managers, landfarm operators and compost facility managers.  There are registration deadlines and fees to cover course expenses. More information and registration forms are on the Education page under Regulated Entities. 

Scrap copper reporting requirements –  New statute KRS 365.250 requires scrap dealers to maintain records and report the purchases of scrap copper to local law enforcement officials to help prevent the theft of scrap wire, cable and pipes containing copper. Click here to review KRS 365.250.

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Reports

Division of Waste Management Annual Report 2007 - Information on agency activities and on waste and recycling in Kentucky.

Statewide Solid Waste Management Report 2006 - County-by-county information.
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