Pollution Permit
/ˈpɒljʊʃən pərˈmɪt/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal authorization issued by a governmental body allowing an entity to emit a specified amount of pollutants under environmental regulations.
The factory obtained a pollution permit to legally discharge treated wastewater.
Forms
- pollution permit
- pollution permits
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Commentary
Pollution permits are essential for regulating emissions and ensuring compliance with environmental standards; drafting should specify pollutant types and allowable limits precisely.
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