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The Laws of New York
Consolidated Laws of New York
CHAPTER 43-B
Environmental Conservation
ARTICLE 28
Pollution Prevention
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SECTION 28-0103
Declaration of purpose
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SECTION 28-0101
Declaration of policy
Environmental Conservation (ENV) CHAPTER 43-B, ARTICLE 28
§ 28-0101. Declaration of policy.

It is declared to be the policy of the state of New York to promote
affordable and cost effective methods to reduce energy and resource
consumption and reduce or eliminate the use of hazardous substances and
the generation of such substances, pollution or waste at the source in
order to conserve, improve and protect New York's environment and
natural resources; enhance the health, safety and welfare of its
citizens; and increase the economic competitiveness of New York
businesses.