The hazardous waste trade: can it be controlled?
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The export trade in hazardous wastes has become the focus of considerable controversy. Most of the recipients of this waste are developing countries, countries that stand to reap enormous financial benefits but whose weak regulatory structure makes the health consequences of these benefits dubious. International laws, such as the Basel Convention, have been helpful, but it is more essential that countries develop waste trade programs that maximize economic benefits and minimize health risks.
Publication Name: Environmental Science & Technology
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-936X
Year: 1992
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The new Industrial Revolution
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Developing countries are undergoing a type of Industrial Revolution, but this development may not be compatible with environmental protection. Developing nations are challenged by maintaining economic well-being in an environmentally responsible manner while protecting the quality of life. International cooperation is essential in protecting the environment, and a closer link between public policy and science is needed. Multinational corporations play a key role in policy making.
Publication Name: Environmental Science & Technology
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-936X
Year: 1992
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Pollution prevention in Tanzanian industries
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An evaluation of the present state of pollution control techniques in Tanzania is discussed. This was done in light of the industrialization being ushered in by imported technology and local enterprises. It is asserted that Tanzania can move towards an ecologically sustainable industrial development if regulatory approches and media-specific treatment after process completion pollution control methods are bypassed in favor of pollution prevention at the source.
Publication Name: Environmental Science & Technology
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-936X
Year: 1992
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