Green Auto Recycling
Green auto recycling involves disposing of junked automobiles in ways that minimize environmental damage, including proper removal and containment of mercury-containing switches, removal of poisonous chemicals from airbags and disposal of hazardous fluids such as antifreeze and brake fluid.
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Associations
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The Automotive Recyclers Association represents more than 4,500 auto recycling facilities in the U.S. It helps members maintain proper environmental management of fluid and solid waste components produced from motor vehicle disposal. State trade associations like the State of California Auto Dismantlers Association recognize participating facilities that meet specific environmental and safety standards.
The Law
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The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976, administered by the Environmental Protection Agency, is the main law guiding hazardous waste management, including automobile recycling. States have their own hazardous waste requirements which can be more rigorous than the RCRA. In this case, auto recyclers must comply with the stricter laws.
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Green Yards
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Green Yards are auto recycling businesses and junkyards which have been rehabilitated to meet local, state, and federal environmental standards. State-certified Green Yards in Florida and New Hampshire follow guidelines of state environmental agencies, while Green Yards in other states might be so-called because they meet the environmental standards of green recycling trade associations.
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References
- Automotive Recycler's Association
- Florida Department of Environmental Protection: Green Auto Recycling
- New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services: Green Yards Program Overview
- The State of California Auto Dismantlers Association: Environmental Compliance Program
- Green Auto Recycling California: Our Mission
- Ecar Center: Auto Recycling Plain Language Guide to Regulations Solid/Hazardous Waste Management
Resources
- Photo Credit junkyard image by blaine stiger from Fotolia.com
