Mixed-Waste
Mixed-waste contains both radioactive and (chemically) hazardous waste. As a result, both treatment and regulation are complex. Two different regulatory frameworks and three federal agencies are involved.
EPA, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), and the Department of Energy (DOE) have largely resolved the administrative, regulatory, and technical issues that have faced government and private sector mixed-waste generators.
General Information
About Mixed-Waste
description of the mixed-waste issue, federal and state roles and statutory authorities, and EPA's approach to this
difficult waste management issue
Frequent Questions
questions and answers about mixed-waste
Related Links
links to other agencys' Web sites that contain information about mixed-waste
Technical Information
Preventing and Managing Mixed-Waste
guidance and other resources for minimizing the generation
of mixed-waste and identifying, storing, treating,
and disposing of mixed-waste
Mixed-Waste Library
searchable collection of abstracts of technical reports on mixed-waste
Laws, Regulations, and Guidance
accesss to legal requirements and guidance for managing mixed-waste