This article reviews the promise and limits of pollution prevention efforts to date in the context of federal and state pollution prevention programs and data on industry prevention initiatives. The authors argue that knowledge of pollution prevention strategies provides planners with an important perspective as they seek to encourage economic development while minimizing the impact of development on the environment.
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