Dive summary:

• CVS will pay $800,000 for violating Connecticut's hazardous waste and recycling laws at seven of their retail locations.
• The Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) said it found improperly disposed state-mandated recyclables and hazardous materials typically used in photographic processing solutions, non-dispensable pharmaceuticals and non-saleable consumer goods.
• In addition to paying the fine, CVS must show that all of these problems have been corrected.

From the article:

CVS has to demonstrate correction of all the violations. The retailer also has agreed to make important improvements in its environmental practices.

“CVS failed to ensure the proper handling and disposal of waste products at their stores throughout Connecticut,” said DEEP Commissioner Daniel Esty. “The mismanagement of these hazardous materials indicated a systemic statewide compliance problem for CVS and presented an unacceptable threat to human health and the environment. The company has now committed to modernize its business practices – bringing them into compliance with the law and establishing a variety of ‘best’ environmental management practices that will be used at their stores nationwide.” ...