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In most cases, a modification or change in the process of production, redesign of

equipment, substituting poor quality materials with better ones or other

innovative approaches could greatly reduce or even eliminate pollution entirely.

Some of the specific steps which can be taken by business enterprises for

environmental protection are as stated below:

(i) A definite commitment by top management of the enterprise to create,

maintain and develop work culture for environmental protection and

pollution prevention.

(ii) Ensuring that commitment to environmental protection is shared

throughout the enterprise by all divisions and employees.

(iii) Developing clear-cut policies and programmes for purchasing good

quality raw materials, employing superior technology, using scientific

techniques of disposal and treatment of wastes and developing

employee skills for the purpose of pollution control.

(iv) Complying with the laws and regulations enacted by the Government

for prevention of pollution.

(v) Participation in government programmes relating to management of

hazardous substances, clearing up of polluted rivers, plantation of trees,

and checking deforestation.

(vi) Periodical assessment of pollution control programmes in terms of costs

and benefits so as to increase the progress with respect to

environmental protection.

(vii) Arranging educational workshops and training materials to share

technical information and experience with suppliers, dealers and