How does the MMR support sustainable range management?

The Munitions Management Rule (MMR) is designed to enhance safety and environmental responsibility in the management of military munitions, which includes ensuring that military activities do not adversely affect public health or the environment. By minimizing potential explosive hazards and environmental impacts, the MMR supports sustainable range management by implementing stringent guidelines for the handling, storage, and disposal of munitions. This careful management not only reduces risks associated with unexploded ordnance and contamination but also helps preserve the surrounding environment, ensuring that land can be safely used for training and other purposes in the long term.

Sustainable range management is about balancing military readiness with environmental protection and public safety, and the MMR plays a crucial role in achieving this balance. It focuses on responsible practices that prevent hazards and mitigate negative impacts, which is essential for the sustainability of military ranges.