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The Delaney Clause prohibits the approval of any food additive found to cause cancer in humans or animals. It represents a zero-risk policy for carcinogenic substances in processed foods. -
The Clean Air Act regulates air emissions from stationary and mobile sources in the U.S. It authorizes the EPA to set air quality standards to protect public health and the environment. -
The Clean Water Act regulates discharges of pollutants into U.S. waters and sets water quality standards. It aims to restore and maintain the chemical, physical, and biological integrity of the nation's waters. -
CITES regulates international trade in wildlife and plant species to ensure it does not threaten their survival. It protects over 38,000 species through permits and controls. -
The Endangered Species Act provides protection for threatened and endangered plants and animals and their habitats. It aims to prevent extinction and aid species recovery. -
The Safe Drinking Water Act protects the quality of drinking water in the U.S. It authorizes the EPA to set standards for water quality and oversee public water systems. -
RCRA governs the disposal of solid and hazardous waste in the U.S. It provides the EPA with authority to manage waste from its creation to disposal. -
CERCLA, also known as Superfund, enables the U.S. government to clean up sites contaminated with hazardous substances. It holds responsible parties liable for environmental damage. -
The Montreal Protocol aims to phase out substances that deplete the ozone layer, such as CFCs. It is considered one of the most successful environmental treaties, with universal ratification. -
The Kyoto Protocol commits industrialized countries to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. It was the first major international agreement addressing climate change with legally binding targets.