Advanced Photonix (API)

Environmental Regulations

The photonics industry, as well as the semiconductor industry in general, is subject to governmental regulations for the protection of the environment, including those relating to air and water quality, solid and hazardous waste handling, and the promotion of occupational safety. Various federal, state and local laws and regulations require that the Company maintain certain environmental permits. The Company believes that it has obtained all necessary environmental permits required to conduct its manufacturing processes. Changes in the aforementioned laws and regulations or the enactment of new laws, regulations or policies could require increases in operating costs and additional capital expenditures and could possibly entail delays or interruptions of operations.

Environmental Regulations

The photonics industry, as well as the
semiconductor industry in general, is subject to governmental regulations for
the protection of the environment, including those relating to air and water
quality, solid and hazardous waste handling, and the promotion of occupational
safety. Various federal, state and local laws and regulations require that the
Company maintain certain environmental permits. The Company believes that it has
obtained all necessary environmental permits required to conduct its
manufacturing processes. Changes in the aforementioned laws and regulations or
the enactment of new laws, regulations or policies could require increases in
operating costs and additional capital expenditures and could possibly entail
delays or interruptions of operations.