4.0 Sources of Additional Information Information on waste assessment techniques and applicable waste reduction methods can be obtained from the North Carolina Pollution Prevention Pays Program. The Program provides free technical assistance to North Carolina industries and municipalities on ways to reduce, recycle and prevent wastes before they become pollutants. This non-regulatory program, located in the Division of Environmental Management, addresses water and air quality, toxic materials, and solid and hazardous waste. Designated as the lead agency in waste reduction, the Program works in cooperation with the Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Branch and the Governor's Waste Management Board. An information data base provides access to literature sources, contacts, and case studies on waste reduction techniques for specific industries or waste streams.
Information is also available through customized computer literature searches.
Waste reduction reports published by the Program are also available. Specific Information Packages. Information provided by the facility is used to identify cost-effective waste reduction options. A short report detailing these options is provided along with references, case studies, and contacts. On-site Technical Assistance.