Pollution prevention is a good business practice. There are many benefits of incorporating pollution prevention into a process, whether or not it is required by law.

Benefits of Pollution Prevention

Economic benefits:
Reduces costs for raw materials, waste handling, waste treatment, waste storage, and waste disposal

Legal benefits:
Improves environmental stewardship
Improves compliance with environmental regulations
Reduces long-term and potential liabilities
Reduces record keeping and administrative costs

Productivity benefits:
Increases productivity, efficiency, and product quality
Creates safer working conditions
Develops improved processes and technologies
Reduces liabilities and regulatory burdens of waste management
Saves money

Social Benefits:
Reduces risk of accidents and dangers to health
Improves employee and employer relations
Improves public image

Environmental benefits:
Reduces wastes and pollutant releases
Conserves energy and resources
Increases environmental awareness and stewardship