Learn about TURA
Toxics Use Reduction Institute Overview
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| The Toxics Use Reduction Institute (TURI) at the University of Massachusetts Lowell provides resources and tools to help make the Commonwealth a safer and more sustainable place to live and work. Established by the Massachusetts Toxics Use Reduction Act (TURA) of 1989, TURI collaborates with businesses, community organizations and government agencies to reduce the use of toxic chemicals, protect public health and the environment, and increase competitiveness of Massachusetts businesses. Download PDF file (115.88 kB) |
Toxics Use Reduction Act Program Overview
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| The Massachusetts Toxics Use Reduction Act (TURA), adopted in 1989, is designed to protect public health and the environment while enhancing the competitiveness of Massachusetts businesses. Under TURA, facilities that use large amounts of toxic chemicals are required to report on their chemical use, conduct toxics use reduction planning every two years, and pay a fee. The fees paid by TURA filers support the work of the TURA implementing agencies, and are used to provide a wide variety of services, including training, grant programs and technical assistance. Download PDF file (100.15 kB) |
TURA 20th Anniversary Leaders Tour
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| Ahead of its time 20 years ago with the passage of the Toxics Use Reduction Act (TURA), Massachusetts continues to lead the nation in reducing use, waste and emissions of toxic chemicals. To recognize these accomplishments at the source, state environmental agencies and dignitaries visited Massachusetts companies to highlight and honor each for their performance and leadership. Download PDF file (2.87 MB) |
A progress report to the Governor. 2008.
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| The Massachusetts Toxics Use Reduction Act (TURA) of 1989 encourages companies to reduce toxic chemical use in Massachusetts. The data show that companies have voluntarily reduced toxic chemical use while maintaining their competitive advantage. Industries subject to reporting since 1990 have reduced their toxic chemical use by 40 percent, byproducts by 71 percent, and releases on site by 91 percent. The law was amended in 2006 to provide flexibility in planning and better focus program resources on helping companies reduce the use of higher hazard substances. Download PDF file (2.13 MB) |
20th Anniversary Video
