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State SBEAPs work with multiple industries on sector-specific environmental regulations and sustainability practices. Industry sector resources are intended to provide small business clients with new ideas or solutions to some of their sector-specific challenges. Use the list below to identify these resources and/or consult the National Compliance Assistance Centers. If you need additional help, your state SBEAP is your environmental compliance resource.
Environmental compliance resources
Related sector resources and associations
- Ag Container Recycling Council
- AgGateway
- Agriculture.com
- American Beekeeping Federation
- American Farm Bureau
- Center for Food Integrity
- Council for Agricultural Science and Technology
- EPA Regulations for Agriculture Sector
- Farmland Information Center
- Grain and Feed Trade Association
- Greenbook.net
- Greening the Cannabis Industry
- Grocery Manufacturers Association
- Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy
- International Food and Agribusiness Management Association
- Irrigation Association
- Livestock Marketing Association
- National Agriculture Center
- National Association of State Departments of Agriculture
- National Association of Wheat Growers
- National Biodiesel Board
- National Cattlemen's Beef Association (Beef.org)
- National Center for Food and Agricultural Policy
- National Chicken Council
- National Cooperative Business Association
- National Corn Growers Association
- National Cotton Council of America
- National Cotton Ginners Association
- National Farmers Union
- National Grain and Feed Association
- National Milk Producers Federation
- National Oilseed Processors Association
- National Pork Producers Council
- National Turkey Federation
- North American Meat Institute
- North American Millers' Association
- The Pesticide Stewardship Alliance
- Pet Food Institute
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- United Egg Producers
- United Fresh Produce Association
- United Soybean Board
- U.S.A. Rice Federation
- U.S. Composting Council
- U.S. Department of Agriculture
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration - Animal & Veterinary
- U.S. Grains Council
- U.S. House Committee on Agriculture
Related sector resources and associations
- Aeronautical Repair Station Association
- Aerospace Industries Association
- Aircraft Electronics Association
- Aircraft Fleet Recycling Association
- Aviation Distributors and Manufacturers Association
- The Aviation Home Page
- Aviation Week
- EPA Smart Sectors- Aerospace
- Federal Aviation Administration
- Federal Interagency Committee on Aviation Noise
- General Aviation Manufacturers Association
- Helicopter Association International
- International Aerospace Environmental Group
- International Air Transport Association
- National Business Aviation Association
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
Related sector resources and associations
- The Adhesive and Sealant Council Inc.
- The Alkylphenols and Ethoxylates Research Council
- American Chemical Society
- American Chemistry Council
- American Cleaning Institute
- American Institute of Chemical Engineers
- Chemical Awareness
- Chemical Producers & Distributors Association
- The Chlorine Institute
- The Council for Chemical Research
- Council for LAB/LAS Environmental Research
- CropLife America
- Drug, Chemical & Associated Technologies Association
- Ecological and Toxicological Association of Dyes and Organic Pigments Manufacturers
- Emergency Planning for Chemical Spills
- EPA Smart Sectors- Chemical Manufacturing
- Household & Commercial Products Association
- International Council of Chemical Associations
- National Association of Chemical Distributors
- National Petrochemical & Refiners Association
- Personal Care Products Council
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Society of Chemical Industry
- Society of Cosmetic Chemists
- Society of Chemical Manufacturers and Affiliates (SOCMA)
- U.S. EPA Green Chemistry
- U.S. EPA Toxic Release Inventory
Environmental compliance resources
- National Environmental Compliance Assistance Center for Construction Industry
- EPA Smart Sectors- Construction
Related sector resources and associations
- The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute
- Air Conditioning Contractors of America
- American Architectural Manufacturers Association
- American Council of Engineering Companies
- American Institute of Building Design
- American Road & Transportation Builders Association
- American Society of Civil Engineers
- American Society of Concrete Contractors
- American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers
- Associated Builders and Contractors Inc.
- Associated General Contractors of America
- Association of Equipment Manufacturers
- Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry
- The Brick Industry Association
- Building America - Resources for Energy Efficient Homes
- Building Green
- Building Materials Reuse Association
- Building Stone Institute
- Building Trades Association
- Construction Industry Compliance Assistance Center
- Construction Management Association of America
- Construction Materials Recycling Association
- Construction Owners Association of America
- The Energy and Environmental Building Alliance
- Energy Star
- Golf Course Builders Association of America
- Independent Electrical Contractors
- Institute of Real Estate Management
- Insulation Contractors Association of America
- National Air Duct Cleaners Association
- National Association of Home Builders
- National Association of the Remodeling Industry
- National Association of Sewer Service Companies
- National Association of Women in Construction
- National Electrical Contractors Association
- National Electrical Manufacturers Association
- National Finishing Contractors Association
- National Railroad Construction and Maintenance Association
- National Utility Contractors Association
- North American Building Material Distribution Association
- North American Insulation Manufacturers Association
- Painting and Decorating Contractors of America
- Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Portland Cement Association
- Rubber Pavements Association
- Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association
- Structural Building Components Association
- Underground Construction Association of SME
- Window and Door Dealers Alliance
Related sector resources and associations
- Advanced Casting Research Center
- American Foundry Society
- Ductile Iron Society
- Iron Casting Research Institute
- Modern Casting
- Non-Ferrous Founders' Society
- North American Die Casting Association
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Steel Founders' Society of America
- Tooling & Manufacturing Association
Environmental compliance resources
- Dry cleaner rules
- Dry cleaner compliance calendars
- NSPS JJJ dry cleaning determination
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
Related sector resources and associations
- American Drycleaner
- Association for Linen Management
- California Air Resources Board Dry Cleaning Program
- Coin Laundry Association
- Drycleaners.org
- Drycleaning & Laundry Institute International
- Halogenated Solvents Industry Alliance, Inc.
- International Drycleaners Congress
- ISSA - The Worldwide Cleaning Industry Association
- National Clothesline
- North East Fabricare Association
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Rocky Mountain Fabricare Association
- South Eastern Fabricare Association
- Southwest Drycleaners Association
- State Coalition for Remediation of Drycleaners
- Textile Care Allied Trades Association
- U.S. EPA Design for the Environment (DfE) Garment and Textile Care Partnership
Related sector resources and associations
- Alliance to Save Energy
- American Boiler Manufacturers Association
- American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy
- American Gas Association
- American Public Gas Association
- American Public Power Association
- American Solar Energy Society
- American Wind Energy Association
- America's Power
- Biomass Thermal Energy Council
- Consortium for Energy Efficiency
- Consumer Energy Alliance
- Council of Industrial Boiler Owners
- Electrical Apparatus Service Association
- The Electricity Forum
- Electric Power Supply Association
- Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
- Energy Star
- Federated Rural Electric Insurance Exchange
- IEEE Power and Energy Society
- Independent Electrical Contractors
- Industrial Energy Consumers of America
- National Electrical Contractors Association
- National Electrical Manufacturers Association
- National Propane Gas Association
- National Rural Electric Cooperative Association
- Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- SMMA - The Motor and Motion Association
Related sector resources and associations
- American Precision Optics Manufacturers Association
- American Watchmakers-Clockmakers Institute
- Association for Automatic Identification and Mobility
- AVS - Science and Technology of Materials, Interfaces, and Processing
- Consumer Electronics Association
- Control System Integrators Association
- Design for the Environment Computer Display Partnership
- The Electrochemical Society
- Electronic Components Industry Association
- EPA Smart Sectors- Electronics and Technology
- EPEAT (Electronics Product Environmental Assessment Tool) - Green Electronics Made Easy
- Federal Electronics Challenge
- IEEE - Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
- Information Technology Industry Council
- International Disk Drive Equipment and Materials Association
- IPC-Association Connecting Electronics Industries
- JEDEC - Global Standards for the Microelectronics Industry
- National Center for Electronics Recycling
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- TechAmerica
- Telecommunications Industry Association
Environmental compliance resources
- National Metal Finishing Resource Center
- National Association for Surface Finishing
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
Related sector resources and associations
Related sector resources and associations
- American Composites Manufacturers Association
- Composites World
- Fiberglass World
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Reinforced Plastics.com
Environmental compliance resources
Related sector resources and associations
- American Bakers Association
- American Beekeeping Federation
- American Frozen Food Institute
- American Spice Trade Association
- Bakery Equipment Manufacturers and Allieds
- Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable
- Center for Food Integrity
- Food Processing Environmental Assistance Center
- Grocery Manufacturers Association
- Independent Bakers Association
- International Dairy-Deli-Bakery Association
- International Grains Council
- Minnesota Technical Assistance Program - Pollution Prevention for Food Processors
- National Automatic Merchandising Association
- National Bulk Vendors Association
- National Meat Association
- National Milk Producers Federation
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Produce Marketing Association
Related sector resources and associations
- American Home Furnishings Alliance
- Business & Institutional Furniture Manufacturer's Association
- Composite Panel Association
- FurnitureCore
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Woodweb
Related sector resources and associations
- Association of National Advertisers
- Center for Small Business and the Environment
- CERES
- The Federation of International Trade Associations
- National Association of Manufacturers
- National Business Association
- National Federation of Independent Business
- National Small Business Association
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Small Business Administration -- Office of Advocacy
- Smaller Business Association of New England, Inc.
- Small Business Legislative Council
- SMC Business Councils
Environmental compliance resources
Related sector resources and associations
- American Association for Homecare
- American College of Healthcare Executives
- American Dental Association
- American Hospital Association
- American Medical Association
- American Medical Group Association
- Association for Healthcare Resource & Materials Management
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- The Joint Commission
- Materials Management in Health Care
- National Institutes of Health
- National Library of Medicine
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- PubMed
- Veterinary Compliance Assistance - VetCA
Related sector resources and associations
- American Coke & Coal Chemicals Institute
- American Foundry Society
- American Galvanizers Association
- American Institute of Mining, Metallurgical, and Petroleum Engineers
- American Institute of Steel Construction
- American Iron and Steel Institute (Steel Works)
- American Road and Transportation Builders Association
- American Welding Society
- The Association for Iron & Steel Technology
- Bureau of International Recycling
- Ductile Iron Society
- EPA Smart Sectors- Iron and Steel
- Forging Industry Association
- International Zinc Association
- Metal Building Manufacturers Association
- Metal Powder Industries Federation
- National Corrugated Steel Pipe Association
- North American Steel Alliance
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Specialty Steel Industry of North America (The Stainless Steel Information Center)
- Steel Erectors Association of America
- Steel Manufacturers Association (SteelNet)
- steelonthenet.com
- Steel Recycling Institute
Environmental compliance resources
Related sector resources and associations
- American Council on Education
- CampusERC (Campus Environmental Resource Center)
- Campus Safety, Health, and Environmental Management Association
- National School Boards Association
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
Related sector resources and associations
- American Oil Chemists' Society
- Independent Lubricant Manufacturers Association
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
Related sector resources and associations
- American Forest and Paper Association
- American Forests
- American Institute of Timber Construction
- American Wood Council
- APA -- The Engineered Wood Association
- Associated Cooperage Industries of America
- Composite Panel Association
- EPA Smart Sectors- Forestry, Wood and Paper Products
- Hardwood Manufacturers Association
- International Wood Products Association
- National Alliance of Forest Owners
- National Hardwood Lumber Association
- National Lumber and Building Material Dealers Association
- North American Wholesale Lumber Association
- Pellet Fuels Institute
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Southern Forest Products Association
- Southern Pine Council
- Treated Wood Council
- Western Wood Preservers Institute
- Woodweb
Related sector resources and associations
- Abrasive Engineering Society
- American Bearing Manufacturers Association
- Machinery Dealers National Association
- Minnesota Technical Assistance Program - Pollution Prevention and Energy Efficiency for Machining and Metal Fabrication Facilities
- National Tooling & Machining Association
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
Related sector resources and associations
- American Association of Port Authorities
- The American Waterways Operators (America's Tugboat, Towboat and Barge Industry)
- Association of Marina Industries
- EPA Smart Sectors- Ports and Maritime Transportation
- Marine Technology Society
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Port Compliance.org - Environmental Compliance for Port Tenants and Authorities
- Shipbuilders Council of America
- The Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers
- U.S. Coast Guard
Environmental compliance resources
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Surface Technology Environmental Resource Center - new national resource
Related sector resources and associations
- Aluminum Anodizers Council
- Association of Industrial Metallizers, Coaters and Laminators
- Chemical Coaters Association International
- The Electrocoat Association
- finishing.com
- The Institute of Metal Finishing
- International Metal Decorators Association
- Minnesota Technical Assistance Program - Pollution Prevention in Metal Finishing Facilities
- NACE International
- National Association for Surface Finishing
- National Coil Coating Association
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Society of Vacuum Coaters
- Surface Engineering Association
- Surface Finishing.com
Related sector resources and associations
- American Coal Ash Association
- American Coal Council
- American Institute of Mining, Metallurgical, and Petroleum Engineers
- America's Power
- Coal Association of Canada
- Copper Development Association
- Energy & Mineral Law Foundation
- EPA Smart Sectors- Mining
- Industrial Minerals Association North America
- InfoMine - Mining Intelligence & Technology
- Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining
- International Magnesium Association
- International Manganese Institute
- Iron Mining Association of Minnesota
- Lignite Energy Council
- National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association
- National Mining Association
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Salt Institute
- The Silver Institute
- Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration
Related sector resources and associations
- American Coatings Association
- Chemical Coaters Association International
- Color Pigments Manufacturers Association
- Minnesota Technical Assistance Program Painting & Wood Finishing page
- Painters Chat Room
- Painting and Decorating Contractors of America
- Paints and Coatings Resource Center
- Paint Square
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
-
Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association
- The Society for Protective Coatings
Related sector resources and associations
- Ag Container Recycling Council
- Croplife America
- Greenbook.net
- National Pesticide Information Center
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
Related sector resources and associations
- American Institute of Mining, Metallurgical, and Petroleum Engineers
- American Petroleum Institute
- EPA Smart Sectors- Oil and Gas
- National Petrochemical & Refiners Association
- Offshore Marine Service Association
- Petroleum Marketers Association of America
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
Related sector resources and associations
- American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy
- American Pharmacists Association
- Drug Watch
- International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers & Associations
- Pharmaceutical Business Review
- Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America
- Pharmaceutical Technology
- PharmaLive
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Washington Department of Ecology - Pharmaceutical Waste
Related sector resources and associations
- American Mold Builders Association
- American Chemistry Council - Plastics Division
- Flexible Packaging Association
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National Association for PET Container Resource
- Plasticx Universe
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Polyurethane Foam Association
- Polyurethane Manufacturers Association
- SPI - The Plastics Industry Trade Association
- The Vinyl Institute
Related sector resources and associations
- Association for Print Technologies
- Color Pigments Manufacturers Association
- Flexographic Technical Association
- Graphic Arts Show Company
- International Waterless Printing Association
- Minnesota Technical Assistance Program - Pollution Prevention & Energy Efficiency for Printers
- National Association for Printing Leadership (NAPL)
- National Association of Printing Ink Manufacturers, Inc.
- Newspaper Association of America
- NPES -- The Association for Suppliers of Printing, Publishing and Converting Technologies
- Pacific Printing Industries Association
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Printing Industries of America
- Rule and Implementation Information for Printing and Publishing (U.S. EPA Technology Transfer Network, Air Toxics Website)
- Specialty Graphic Imaging Association
- Sustainable Green Printing Partnership
Related sector resources and associations
- American Forest and Paper Association
- Envelope Manufacturers Association
- EPA Smart Sectors- Forestry, Wood and Paper Products
- The Forest Products Society
- Forest Resources Association Inc.
- Paperboard Packaging Alliance
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry (TAPPI)
Related sector resources and associations
- American Fly Fishing Trade Association
- American Gaming Association
- American Hotel & Lodging Association
- American Sportsfishing Association
- Cruise Lines International Association, Inc.
- Game Manufacturers Association
- Golf Course Builders Association of America
- Golf Course Superintendents Association of America
- International Association of Amusement Parks & Attractions
- International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association
- National Association of Theatre Owners
- National Golf Course Owners Association
- National Sporting Goods Association
- Personal Flotation Device Manufacturers Association
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Recreation Vehicle Industry Association
- Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association
- Travel Goods Association
- United Dance Merchants of America
Related sector resources and associations
- Ag Container Recycling Council
- Aircraft Fleet Recycling Association
- Association of Lighting and Mercury Recyclers
- Automotive Body Parts Association
- Automotive Recyclers Association
- Battery Council International
- Beneficial Use Portal
- Bureau of International Recycling
- Carpet America Recovery Effort
- Cement Kiln Recycling Coaltion
- Construction Materials Recycling Association
- Earth 911
- End of Life Vehicle Solutions
- Environmental Compliance for Automotive Recyclers
- Environmental Markets Association
- Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries
- National Center for Electronics Recycling
- National Vehicle Mercury Switch Recovery Program
- NORA, An Association of Responsible Recyclers
- Paperboard Packaging Alliance
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Remanufacturing Industries Council
- Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles Association
- Steel Recycling Institute
- United Recyclers Group
Related sector resources and associations
- American Apparel & Footwear Association
- American Book Producers Association
- American Booksellers Association
- American Brush Manufacturers Association
- American Craft Council
- American Specialty Toy Retailing Association
- Association for Retail Environments
- Association of American Publishers
- Bicycle Product Suppliers Association
- Book Manufacturers' Institute
- Convenience Distribution Association
- Consumer Data Industry Association
- Craft Yarn Council
- Fashion Jewelry and Accessories Trade Association
- Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America
- Gift and Home Trade Association
- Greeting Card Association
- Handmade Toy Alliance
- International Council of Shopping Centers
- Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association
- Manufacturing Jewelers & Suppliers of America
- NACS - The Association for Convenience and Fuel Retailing
- National Association of Chain Drug Stores
- National Association of College Stores
- National Association of Truck Stop Operators (NATSO)
- National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors
- National Restaurant Association
- National Retail Federation
- Personal Care Products Council
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Private Label Manufacturers Association
- Promotional Products Association International
- Retail Industry Leaders Association
- Society of American Florists
- Toy Industry Association
- Travel Goods Association
- Wallcoverings Association
Related sector resources and associations
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Rubber World
- Tire Industry Association
- U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association
Related sector resources and associations
Related sector resources and associations
- American Concrete Pavement Association
- American Society of Concrete Contractors
- Asphalt Emulsion Manufacturers Association
- Asphalt Recycling & Reclaiming Association
- The Brick Industry Association
- Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute
- EPA Smart Sectors- Cement
- EPA Smart Sectors- Concrete
- Glass Packaging Institute
- National Asphalt Pavement Association
- National Glass Association
- National Lime Association
- National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association
- Natural Stone Institute
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Portland Cement Association
Related sector resources and associations
- American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists
- American Flock Association (AFA)
- American Reusable Textiles Association
- American Sheep Industry Association (ASI)
- American Textile Machinery Association (ATMA)
- Cashmere and Camel Hair Manufacturers Institute (CCMI)
- Cotton Incorporated
- INDA Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry
- Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI)
- International Wool Textile Organisation (IWTO)
- National Cotton Council of America
- National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO)
- National Textile Center
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Synthetic Yarn and Fiber Association (SYFA)
- Textile Rental Services Association of America
- Textile Web
- United States Association of Importers of Textiles and Apparel
Environmental compliance resources
- Transportation Environmental Resource Center: Air, Rail, Road, Water
- EPA Smart Sectors- Ports and Maritime Transportation
Related sector resources and associations
- Port Compliance.org: Environmental Compliance for Port Tenants and Authorities
- Airlines for America
- American Association of Port Authorities
- American Bus Association
- American Highway Users Alliance
- American Road and Transportation Builders Association
- American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association
- American Traffic Safety Services Association
- Association of American Railroads
- International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association
- NAFA Fleet Management Association
- National Air Transportation Association
- National Association of Truck Stop Operators (NATSO)
- National Transportation Safety Board
- National Truck Equipment Association
- Pollution Prevention Infohouse - Searchable Database
- Transportation and Air Quality (EPA)
- U.S. Department of Transportation
Related sector resources and associations
