OVERVIEW
The Unified Program (UP) is a consolidation of multiple environmental and emergency management programs and is overseen by the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA). The program protects Californians from hazardous waste and hazardous materials by ensuring local regulatory agencies consistently apply statewide standards when they issue permits, conduct inspections and engage in enforcement activities. Each government agency designated by the State of California as a Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA) is authorized to apply statewide standards to regulated facilities within its jurisdiction. For more information on the Unified Program, please visit the CalEPA website.
UPDATES
2027 Annual CUPA Training Conference
Join us March 15-18, 2027 for the 29th Annual CUPA Training Conference at the Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport in Burlingame, California. The CUPA Conference offers four days of training and networking events, bringing together thousands of regulators, technical experts, inspectors, and industry representatives to exchange knowledge and explore the latest developments in CUPA programs statewide. This is a great opportunity to build relationships and stay up-to-date on environmental compliance and hazardous materials management issues in California. The conference offers many ways to participate whether as an attendee, exhibitor, or speaker. Registration will be open soon.
(5/18/2026) Free Hazardous Waste Management Training for Businesses
Registration for the training event below has been closed due to the event capacity being reached. Please keep an eye out for announcements regarding future training opportunities.
(4/30/2026) Free Hazardous Waste Management Training for Businesses
(1/10/2025) Wildfire Resources for Affected Angelenos
To those individuals and businesses that have been affected by the recent wildfires in Los Angeles, please see this compiled list of resources that are available to you.