Overview Of Environmental Health And Safety Compliance Issues Facing The Cannabis Industry - Cannabis & Hemp
As more states legalize the use of cannabis 1, the market value of the U.S. cannabis industry is projected to reach $30 billion annually by 2025. Fifteen states currently allow the recreational use of cannabis and 36 states allow for the use of cannabis for medicinal purposes. In addition, there is increasing pressure at the federal level to legalize cannabis for both medicinal and recreational uses. In order to sustain this rapid growth, ensuring consistent compliance with applicable environmental, health and safety rules and regulations cannot be underestimated. As further discussed below, ...