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Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
 
Name:

Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
Division:

Hazardous Waste

URL:

http://www.deq.state.or.us/lq/hw/hwmanagement.htm
Profile:

The DEQ is authorized by the federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to regulate hazardous waste in Oregon. Proper hazardous waste management is an integral part of protecting Oregon's land, air, and water systems. The DEQ strives to enforce existing environmental regulations; identify management strategies that emphasize sound science and engineering; and work in partnerships with private industry and governmental groups to provide assistance and regulatory flexibility, while at the same time reducing pollution.
Address:

811 SW Sixth Ave.
Portland, OR
97204-1390

Phone:

503-229-5696

HotLine:

800-452-gon)
Fax Number

503-229-6124
Email

Contact Person: Department Director

Clients:

Educational Institutions, Non-profit Organizations
Expertise:

Pollution Prevention, Waste Management
Resources:

Internet, Research
Program Types:

State Government