EPA Releases Updated Tool for Estimating GHG Emissions from Waste Management

On December 26, 2023, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released the Waste Reduction Model (WARM) version 16. WARM is a tool that estimates the potential greenhouse gas emissions, energy savings and economic impacts of waste management practices. EPA seeks public comment on the WARM v.16 model and its supporting documentation to improve future versions.

EPA is accepting comments on WARM v.16 until March 15, 2024.