PA State-Dept-Envir Protec, 400 Market St, Ste Mssob, Harrisburg, PA 17101, US

The Solid Waste Management Bureau in Harrisburg, PA is responsible for overseeing Pennsylvania's comprehensive waste management program, which includes the handling, transportation, processing, and disposal of hazardous, municipal, and residual wastes. They regulate the generation, storage, treatment, and disposal of hazardous waste through their Hazardous Waste Program, while also managing the collection, composting, and beneficial use of municipal waste through their Municipal Waste Program. With 46 active landfills and six resource recovery waste-to-energy facilities, they effectively manage over 20 million tons of municipal waste annually. The bureau also regulates the generation, transportation, processing, and disposal of nonhazardous industrial waste through their Residual Waste Program, and oversees the proper management of waste tires through their Waste Tire Program. Additionally, they focus on waste minimization and promoting environmentally friendly waste generation and disposal practices. Overall, the Solid Waste Management Bureau plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient management of various waste types in Pennsylvania.Generated from the website

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