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Environmental Law: Government and Public Policy Towards the Environment

Environmental Science

Biodegradable : Used to describe substances and the ability of microorganisms (bacteria, algae) to break it down. Climate change : The process by which the climate changes due to “forcings”. It determines the responsibility of previous generations to the future.

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Environmental Perspectives

Environmental Science

CERCLA ( Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act , aka Superfund) - cleans up “abandoned” haz waste. Incineration, thermal desorption, chemical stabilization, landfarming (biodegradation), and offsite landfilling are some options. But what do you do with it after it's dug up?