Environmental Legislation 3/01

What is the primary objective of the Environmental Protection Act 1990?

• To promote renewable energy

• To provide a framework for waste management and pollution control

• To regulate noise pollution

• To manage air quality

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations aim to:

• Increase energy efficiency in homes

• Ensure proper disposal and recycling of electronic waste

• Regulate the use of hazardous materials

• Promote the use of renewable energy

Which legislation governs the disposal of hazardous waste in the UK?

• Environmental Protection Act 1990

• Hazardous Waste Regulations 2005

• Clean Air Act

• Energy Act 2013

The Climate Change Act 2008 requires the UK government to:

• Reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 80% by 2050

• Increase fossil fuel production

• Promote nuclear energy

• Eliminate all carbon emissions immediately

Which regulation implements the European Union's RoHS Directive in the UK?

• The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations

• The Restriction of Hazardous Substances Regulations 2012

• The Energy Efficiency Regulations

• The Environmental Permitting Regulations

What is the main purpose of the Clean Growth Strategy?

• To reduce waste generation

• To promote economic growth while reducing carbon emissions

• To enhance biodiversity

• To regulate noise pollution

The Energy Act 2013 aims to:

• Regulate the use of pesticides

• Promote energy efficiency and low carbon technologies

• Manage hazardous waste

• Control water pollution

What is the significance of the Building Regulations 2010 in relation to environmental standards?

• They set minimum energy efficiency requirements for buildings

• They regulate air quality

• They govern waste disposal

• They manage chemical safety

What does the Clean Air Act 1993 primarily address?

• Reducing greenhouse gas emissions

• Regulating air quality and controlling emissions of pollutants

• Promoting renewable energy

• Waste management practices

Which regulation requires electrical and electronic equipment to meet energy efficiency standards?

• The Energy Information Regulations

• The Ecodesign Regulations

• The Waste Management Regulations

• The Renewable Energy Directive