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Learn Not to Burn Home

Introduction

Examples of Trash Burning Reduction Programs

Trash Burning Laws in the Great Lakes States

Model Ordinances Regulating Household Trash Burning

Education and Outreach Materials

The Western Lake Superior Sanitary District Toolkit

Solid Waste Management Infrastructures and Alternatives

Acknowledgments

Evaluation Form

Back to Education and Outreach Materials

Order Information for U.S. EPA Brochures

U.S. EPA has developed four brochures for various targets audiences to discourage the practice of backyard burning.  You can request copies of these brochures either by telephone (800-490-9198 or 513-489-8190) or email ncepimal@one.net.  Please provide the document number shown below when ordering

State and Local Governments Are Key to Reducing Backyard Burning *included with the print version of this kit*
Brochure for state and local governments (EPA530-F-03-003)   

The Hidden Hazards of Backyard Burning
Brochure for residents of states and municipalities (EPA530-F-03-012)

Tribal Leaders are Key to Reducing Backyard Burning
Brochure for tribal governments (EPA530-F-03-016)
   
Reducing Backyard Burning in Indian Country
Brochure for residents of Indian Country (EPA530-F-03-017)

If you prefer, you may also customize these brochures with your own information.  They are available for download in pdf and ASCII formats at:
http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/nonhaz/municipal/backyard/pubs.htm