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NITA AccreditedAdvancedPhysical + Virtual5 daysTOEP259

Training on Environmental Policy and Regulation with EPA Regulations

Understand EPA regulations. This training gives you the fundamentals to apply environmental policies and lead in responsible practices.

Next intake

20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru

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Duration

5 days

Live instruction

Delivery

Physical + Virtual

Cohort based

Level

Advanced

Working professionals

Certification

NITA reimbursable

For Kenyan cohorts

Language

English

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Overview

About this programme

Environmental policy and regulation play a vital role in protecting natural resources, ensuring public health, and guiding sustainable development. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations, their application, and the broader environmental policy landscape. Participants will learn how to interpret regulatory frameworks, ensure compliance, and analyze the role of policy in addressing contemporary environmental challenges such as pollution control, climate change, and resource management.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

  • Environmental compliance officers and auditors

  • Government regulators and policymakers

  • Corporate sustainability and ESG managers

  • Environmental consultants and legal practitioners

  • NGO and development professionals working in environmental governance

  • Researchers and students in environmental law, policy, and management

Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the structure and function of EPA environmental regulations

  • Interpret key laws related to air, water, and waste management

  • Analyze the policy-making process and its impact on environmental regulation

  • Apply compliance strategies in organizational and community settings

  • Evaluate case studies to identify best practices in environmental governance

Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Foundations of Environmental Policy and Regulation

  • Evolution of environmental policy in the U.S.

  • Role and structure of the EPA

  • Key regulatory concepts: compliance, enforcement, liability

  • Case Study: The Clean Air Act and its influence on industrial regulation

Module 2: Air and Water Quality Regulations

  • Clean Air Act (CAA) – air pollution standards and permitting

  • Clean Water Act (CWA) – regulation of pollutants and water discharge

  • Monitoring and compliance requirements

  • Case Study: Legal enforcement of water quality standards in rivers and lakes

Module 3: Waste Management and Hazardous Substances

  • Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) – solid and hazardous waste

  • Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA/Superfund)

  • Compliance and reporting obligations for hazardous substances

  • Case Study: Superfund site cleanup and lessons learned

Module 4: Climate, Sustainability, and Emerging Issues

  • EPA role in climate change policy and greenhouse gas regulation

  • Policies supporting renewable energy and sustainable development

  • Emerging issues: PFAS chemicals, environmental justice, and ESG reporting

  • Case Study: Regulatory responses to climate-related environmental risks

Module 5: Compliance Strategies and Policy in Practice

  • Building compliance programs within organizations

  • Stakeholder engagement and public participation in policy processes

  • International perspectives and cross-border environmental policies

  • Case Study: Corporate compliance with EPA regulations in multinational firms

Impact

Where the change lands

Organizational Impact

  • Strengthened compliance with EPA and other environmental regulations

  • Reduced risk of legal penalties and reputational damage

  • Improved organizational sustainability practices and reporting

  • Enhanced ability to engage stakeholders on environmental governance issues

Individual Impact

  • Deeper knowledge of EPA environmental regulations and compliance requirements

  • Improved ability to interpret and apply environmental laws and policies

  • Stronger skills in managing environmental risks and legal obligations

  • Career growth in environmental policy, regulation, and sustainability leadership

Dates and locations

Upcoming intakes

Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.

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To provide you with the essential skills to understand and comply with environmental policies and regulations, with a focus on standards set by the EPA.

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Training 10+ professionals?

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