This repository houses the public help center content for RCRAInfo's Hazardous Waste Information Platform.

• Python
  • I recommend uv for especially for EPA employees since it makes installing Python and setting up virtual environments easier without going through EISD much easier.
  • See the uv installation guide for more information.

In Settings (via apps) under System > For developers (alternatively search for Script) under "PowerShell" change the execution policy to allow PowerShell to run without signing to On.

Assuming you are using a unix-like terminal or Windows PowerShell.

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/USEPA/hwip.git
   cd hwip

2. Create and activate a virtual environment:

   uv venv  # will create a .venv directory
   # if not using uv, you can create a venv with `python -m venv .venv`
   . .venv/bin/activate  # On Windows use `.venv\Scripts\activate`

3. Install dependencies:

   uv sync
   # if not using uv, python -m pip install .

4. Start the development server:

   mkdocs serve
   # Should output a local URL like http://127.0.0.1:8000 to view the site in your browser.