Overview
EMERALD ALASKA is a hazardous waste treatment facility in Fairbanks, Alaska, operating under NAICS code 562219. It serves the Fairbanks North Star Borough region.
EMERALD ALASKA is a hazardous waste treatment facility located at 2295 Van Horn Rd, Ste B, Fairbanks, Alaska 99701. It operates in the Fairbanks North Star Borough and is classified under NAICS code 562219 for Other Nonhazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal. The facility is currently operational and plays a role in managing hazardous waste in the region. As a hazardous waste treatment facility in the United States, EMERALD ALASKA operates under the regulatory framework of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), which governs the treatment, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste. The facility likely handles various hazardous waste streams from local industries, including those related to mining, oil and gas, and other sectors common in Alaska. Treatment methods may include physical, chemical, or biological processes to neutralize or stabilize hazardous constituents. The facility's location in Fairbanks, a key urban center in interior Alaska, positions it to serve a wide geographic area. Proper hazardous waste management is critical in this region due to the sensitive Arctic and subarctic ecosystems. The facility contributes to environmental protection by ensuring that hazardous wastes are treated and disposed of in compliance with federal and state regulations, reducing risks to human health and the environment.
Environmental context
Fairbanks is located in interior Alaska, a region characterized by permafrost, boreal forests, and proximity to the Tanana River. Hazardous waste treatment facilities in this area must address challenges such as cold temperatures, which can affect treatment processes, and the potential for groundwater contamination due to permafrost thaw. Proper management of hazardous waste is essential to protect local ecosystems, including wildlife habitats and water resources, from toxic contaminants.
Frequently asked questions
EMERALD ALASKA is located at 2295 Van Horn Rd, Ste B, Fairbanks, Alaska 99701, in the Fairbanks North Star Borough.
EMERALD ALASKA is a hazardous waste treatment facility, handling hazardous waste streams under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA).
Hazardous waste treatment in the United States is regulated under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), which sets standards for treatment, storage, and disposal to protect human health and the environment.
The facility operates under RCRA permits and must comply with federal and state regulations, including proper waste handling, treatment, and record-keeping to minimize environmental impact.
Industries such as mining, oil and gas, transportation, and healthcare in the Fairbanks area generate hazardous waste that may be treated at facilities like EMERALD ALASKA.
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