This book includes a new section on Homeland Security and Emergency Response as well as new sections on Compliance Audits, Environmental Management Systems, Information Technology Initiatives and Innovation, Pesticide Management, Property Transfer and Due Diligence, Solid Waste Management, Toxic Substance Management, Training, and Water Quality Management. Intended as both a beginner's guide and as a veteran's reference, the second edition provides readers with a concise summary of the major environmental programs. The author introduces readers to the programs, laws, and regulations that support the programs; key requirements of those laws and regulations; responsibilities of regulated parties; compliance and auditing processes; and contact information. Readers will emerge with a fundamental understanding of which environmental management programs they should consider and how to implement them when developing proactive, successful, and reliable regulatory compliance programs.