Rhode Island

There are no coal-fired power plants in Rhode Island. State hazardous and solid waste regulations do not specifically address regulatory status or reuse potential of CCBs. CCBs are not automatically exempt from Rhode Island hazardous waste regulations. Reuse of CCBs is no specifically authorized under Rhode Island law. Additionally, under Rhode Island regulations, recycled or reused waste may remain subject to regulations. The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management reports that it would likely adopt a conservative approach towards CCB use if approval for such a project was requested.

Contact Information:
Christopher Shafer
Office of Waste Management
Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management
235 Promenade Street, Providence, RI 02908-5767
Phone:    (401) 222-2797
Website: www.dem.ri.gov

Detailed Review of CCB Regulations:
There are no coal-fired power plants in Rhode Island. State hazardous and solid waste regulations do not specifically address the regulatory status or reuse potential of CCPs. CCPs are not automatically exempt from Rhode Island hazardous waste regulations. RHODE ISLAND REGS. HWM §3.25. Currently, reuse of CCPs is not specially authorized under Rhode Island law or regulations. Additionally, under Rhode Island regulations, recycled or reused waste may remain subject to regulation. RHODE ISLAND REGS. HWM §3.25. The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management reports it would likely adopt a conservative approach towards CCP use if approval for such a project was requested.