Hazardous Waste Section

The primary purpose of the Hazardous Waste Section is to prevent and reduce releases of hazardous substances and clean up contaminated sites.

The Hazardous Waste Section ensures the safe management of hazardous waste in North Carolina. The staff applies the adopted federal rules that incorporate the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act requirements and additional state rules. The Hazardous Waste Section has two branches: Facility Management Branch and Compliance Branch. In addition, the Section has an administrative support unit, the Financial and Information Management Unit.

Hazardous Waste Generator Information

Compliance Regional Map/County Contacts

Mercury Switch Regional Map/County Contacts

Technical Assistance

Public Notices and Hearings

Rules and Rulemaking

HW Facility Search (EPA Envirofacts)

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