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The 1994 Directive on the incineration of hazardous waste, 'substitute fuels' and trans-scientific choices

  • A. Layard

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Abstract

This article examines the provisions of the 1994 Directive on Hazardous Waste Incineration and its implementation in the UK. It considers the controversial exemption for co-incinerators and the use of 'substitute fuels' to produce the high temperatures required for cement production. It considers the nature of 'trans-scientific choices' and the importance of determining base line levels of protection when trade-offs are inevitable, concluding that epidemiological and other research is long overdue.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)16-22
Number of pages7
JournalEuropean Environmental Law Review
Volume6
Issue number1
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 1997

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  1. SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
    SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production

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