Influences and Drivers The influences of risk and regulatory requirements regarding SPL, along with the needs of the cement industry, defined the drivers for the Regain SPL Solution. Key Influences for Regain Regain assessed the risks in dealing with Spent Potlining: Explosion hazard is the most significant risk, especially in transport and end-use Costs to the industry and the community to clean up SPL storage and landfill are high Workforce and community have concerns about cyanide in residues and groundwater Regulatory Authorities are typically: Opposed to landfilling of SPL Reluctant to support for international exports of hazardous waste Sensitive to community reaction Requirements of Cement Manufacturers: Biggest input cost is energy Significant environmental and community issues Seeking genuine economic value Key Drivers for Regain Remove explosion and cyanide hazards Need reduced preparation and treatment costs Present products to cement manufacturers that offer value in energy savings and greenhouse gas emission reduction Remove incentive for end-users to charge for processing hazardous waste Read more about Regain's Safe, Sustainable SPL Solution: Top SPL Processing Technology Objectives and Benefits Strategic Approach Regain Products Regulatory Validation