Chronology-the 1970s
・ 1972-UN Conference on the Human Environment, Stockholm
・ 1972 London (Dumping) Convention Adopted
- Prohibits dumping of certain wastes ("black list"), requires permits for dumping of others ("grey list")
Chronology-the 1970s
・ 1972-Coastal Zone Management Act
- Creates national coastal management program to be undertaken by coastal states with assistance of Federal government
・ 1972-Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act
- Establishes regulatory program for ocean dumping
- Establishes National Marine Sanctuary Program
・ 1972-Federal Water Pollution Control Act
- Sets standards and timetable for improving coastal waters of the US
