Responsible Care ― A New Strategy for Pollution Prevention and Waste Reduction Through Environmental Management

This work introduces industrial managers to an environmental management system that not only meets short-term obligations but reduces waste and inefficiency. It presents methods, tools, procedures, and practical guidance for incorporating efficient pollution prevention strategies into the overall business plan. Introductory chapters offer a primer on responsible environmental management and worker safety. Later chapters cover the chemical process, oil refining, wood preservation, and food and dairy industries. Final chapters look at managing practices in different industries, environmental economics, and adopting an environmental management system. Cheremisinoff is a consultant to industry, international lending institutions, and donor agencies on responsible environmental care practices. Annotation c2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)