2010 Response to submission on nanotechnology waste TCC 25-8-10

TAURANGA CITY COUNCIL

MINUTES OF THE

Joint Governance TCC / WBOPDC Committee

DATE/TIME: WEDNESDAY, 25 AUGUST 2010 : 1.00 P.M.

VENUE: Tauranga City Council CHAMBER

(Relevant section only in response to submission)

*Issue 42 : Other actions – Nano-waste (section 9)*
Sub #	Submission Summary	Decision
12, 22	The plan should address the hazard of nano-waste.	42.1 Observe and monitor national and international approaches to this new waste (status quo).
23	Councils should make definitive moves to ensure the best handling of the waste created in manufacturing products using nanotechnology and by nano-products used in the home.