2008 TURA PROGRAM
March 2008
The Massachusetts Toxics Use Reduction Act of 1989 encourages a reduction in the amount of toxics and other resources used in Massachusetts and the amount of toxic byproducts and other wastes generated. The law was amended in 2006 to provide flexibility in planning and to focus the program on higher hazard substances. This portal provides links to training and assistance from MassDEP, the Office of Technical Assistance (OTA), and the Toxics Use Reduction Institute (TURI) --the three agencies that implement the TURA Program. By finding safer and more efficient alternatives, Massachusetts companies can remain competitive in the marketplace while protecting employees, consumers, and the environment.
About TURA
- Summary of New Amendments
- TURA Program Overview
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- The Law and Regulation
- Higher and Lower Hazard Designations
- Science Advisory Board
- Administrative Council
- Advisory Committee
Events and Workshops
Guidance and Assistance
--TUR Planning
- Requirements, Certification, and Reporting
- TUR Planning Guidance (PDF file)
- Training from TURI
- Onsite Assistance from OTA
--Resource Conservation Planning
- RC Planning Guidance (PDF File)
- DEP Website for RC Planning
- Energy Conservation
- Water Conservation
- Materials that Contribute to Solid Waste
- Non-TURA and Below-threshold Chemicals
- Toxics in Articles and Products
--TURA Environmental Management System
This page updated Friday March 07 2008