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The Pollution Prevention Act (1990) was the first U.S. environmental law to focus on the reduced generation of pollutants at their point of origin.
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The Pollution Prevention Act of 1990 is the first U.S. environmental law focusing on reducing pollutants at their point of origin. It emphasizes prevention over control, promoting sustainable practices in industry. This change marked a significant development in environmental legislation. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-06

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