Does the State offer any financial assistance for developing programs to process metallic discards?
Some funding may be available to those qualifying under the conditions of CalRecycle’s Market Development Zone Program. Further information regarding this program can be obtained by calling the Markets Research Division at (916) 341-6268. • How is PRC 42160-42185 enforced? PRC 42160-42185 provides no new mechanism for enforcement of its provisions; however, the US EPA is enforcing the provisions within section 608 of the federal Clean Air Act (CAA) regarding the processing of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment. Effective July 1, 1992, Section 608 of the federal CAA prohibits individuals from knowingly venting ozone-depleting compounds, used as refrigerants into the atmosphere. The US EPA is performing random inspections, responding to tips, and pursuing potential cases against violators. The U.S. EPA is authorized to assess fines of up to $25,000 per day for any violation of these regulations. The U.S. EPA may pay an award, up to $10,000, to any person who furnishes informati
