Regulatory Agencies

At Emerald, it is our goal to keep customers informed of all applicable state and federal regulations. Each Emerald facility operates under an Environmental Management System and strives to follow the guidelines and goals set forth in ISO 14000 standards for continuous improvement. Our environmental specialists will ensure that all proper required paperwork and permits are obtained prior to handling your waste.

We work closely with local, state and federal regulators. We also suggest that customers contact the regulatory agencies directly with specific questions or issues that may arise in day-to-day operations. For your convenience. We have provided links to regulatory agencies below.

BUSINESS ASSISTANCE
For assistance with recycling and waste regulations for your business, please refer to the websites listed below:

Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 (Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska)

Environmental Protection Agency, Region 8 (Montana, Utah)

Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation

Idaho Department of Environmental Quality

Montana Department of Environmental Quality

Oregon Department of Environmental Quality

Utah Department of Environmental Quality

Washington Department of Ecology

Washington Department of Ecology Hazardous Waste Programs


HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE
For information about recycling or disposing of paints, solvents, oil, antifreeze and other household hazardous wastes, contact:

Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation

Idaho / Ada County

Oregon Department of Environmental Quality

Utah Department of Environmental Quality

Washington / King County