On August 4, 2023, Region 3 entered a Consent Agreement and Final Order with Palram Americas, Inc., for RCRA hazardous waste (HW) management violations. The respondent is a manufacturer of thermoplastic products in Kutztown, PA. The violations involved failure to perform HW management requirements, including operating without a permit, failure to conduct weekly inspections of HW storage areas, failure to perform HW management training, and failure to maintain an adequate contingency plan for emergencies. Such violations can potentially lead to HW releases, which can be harmful to both human health and the environment. The settlement required the respondent to certify that it is now in compliance with applicable RCRA requirements, and to pay a $75,000.00 penalty The facility is not located in an area of potential EJ concern.