whose areas of expertise encompass everything fromtechnological know-how, to business and finance, to anunderstanding of federal, state, and local statutes andregulations. Fundamentals of Environmental Management incorporatesa detailed understanding of each of these areas into a clear,integrated introduction to this dynamic and demanding discipline.Addressing the full spectrum of environmental affairs managementissues, this comprehensive guide provides a balance of thepractical advice and in-depth legal knowledge required to build andmaintain a successful environmental management program incompliance with all levels of government requirements. It alsodiscusses concepts for managing beyond compliance and providessolid recommendations on how to establish productive relationshipswith environmental agencies and other external stakeholders. Thisunique resource provides:* Broad coverage of technical, legal, and business managementaspects of environmental management.* Detailed discussions of management responsibilities in eachmedium: air, water, and soil.* A survey of all pertinent U.S. federal regulations, includingRCRA, TSCA, CERCLA, the Clean Air Act, and the Clean WaterAct.* Practical guidance on when and how to request permits, and whichpermits to request.A powerful tool in the hands of environmental managers, plantmanagers, and environmental, health, and safety managers formanufacturing firms, Fundamentals of Environmental Management isalso an excellent text for graduate students in environmentalmanagement programs and an important reference for environmentalattorneys and consultants.

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