Policy Documents

A Comparison of Dioxin Risk Characterizations

–
May 1, 2002
Click to read the full text of this document
489.07 KB

U.S. EPA data shows dramatic declines in dioxin emissions to the environment from quantified sources.  Between 1987 and 2002-2004, emissions from these sources are projected to decline 92%.  This substantial decrease in dioxin emissions can be attributed to successful U.S. government regulation as well as to voluntary actions undertaken by industry.