Companion to Superfund: The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Program

This activity helps students understand the national program in the United States for properly disposing of the hazardous and nonhazardous wastes generated. Students will learn about the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and the regulations developed under the law that ensure that municipal and hazardous wastes are safely transported, treated, and disposed of. Students also will participate in a class activity to discover how their community handles the wastes they generate. Educational levels: High school, Middle school