The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma was awarded a $100,000 project grant from the Environmental Protection Agency Region 6 under the Hazardous Waste Management Grant Program for Tribes. The grant will fund the administration of hazardous waste management programs through October 2023. Specifically, the Choctaw Nation will use the funding to employ technical staff, conduct educational outreach, and host household hazardous waste collection events. The goal is to promote the minimization and recycling of household hazardous materials like oils, batteries, and other wastes that could otherwise pollute the environment if improperly disposed. By providing collection opportunities and information resources, the Choctaw Nation aims to reduce hazardous substances in tribal communities and support compliance with waste regulations.
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