Waste Management

Waste Management

Sources Of Waste
1. Where are they formed:
  1. Manufacturing
  2. Farming
  3. City Septic Systems
  4. Automotive Garages
  5. Labratories
  6. Construction
  7. Hospitals
  8. Other Industries
2. Most Common Materials In Waste Products
  1. Paper (28.4%)
  2. Metals (9.0%)
  3. Glass (4.6%)
  4. Plastics (12.4%)
  5. Rubber and Leather Textiles (8.4%)
  6. Wood (6.4%)
  7. Yard Trimmings (13.4%)
  8. Food Scraps (13.9%)
3. Other Information
  1. Hazardous wastes are poisonous by-products.The waste may be liquid, solid, or sludge and may contain chemicals, heavy metals, radiation, dangerous pathogens, or other toxins. Even households generate hazardous waste from items such as batteries, used computer equipment, and leftover paints or pesticides
  2. The waste can harm humans, animals, and plants if they encounter these toxins buried in the ground or in groundwater that supplies drinking water. Some toxins, such as mercury, persist in the environment and accumulate. Humans or animals often absorb them when they eat fish.
Decision Making Processes Involved In The Management Of The Issue
1. How Can It Be Managed
  1. Reusing
    1. Donate unused items:
      1. Clothing or electronics that are in decent shape can be considered as being extremely valuable to those who aren't as fortunate as us as well as being a more environmentally friendly way of managing your old stuff.
    2. Reusing Containers:
      1. Containers made of more durable materials are able to be used several times before they wear out, therfore reducing our requiremnet for more plastics and glass. Once they are unfit for personal use they can be used for a second purpose like, like a small worm farm or a vase.
  2. Resource Recovery
    1. A process enabling materials/energy to be recovered from waste
      1. Recycling
        In general, the following household waste can be recycled:
        Plastic containers
        Paper products
        Cardboard
        Glass Containers
        Aluminium Cans And Foil
      2. Composting
        Food scraps and yard cuttings can be composted and will turn them into rich, nutritious soil that can be used to nourish your garden. There are many ways to compost; some compost mixtures allow for items like meat and dairy to be included, while others are strictly for fruit and vegetable scraps.
  3. Reducing
    1. Buy food that has less packaging:
      1. Look for food with minimal packaging,Don't go for food that comes in boxes wrapped in plastic with individually-wrapped serving sizes inside.
    2. Use tap water instead of using bottled water.
      1. In many parts of the world it is necessary for people to drink bottled water, but in Australia, our water is safe enough from the tap. The packaging is just unessesary waste
    3. Try to reduce your paper usage:
      1. Now that the internet is the most popular way of communication the use of paper is not vital , but still many people hoard around lots of waste. To tackle this try going paperless when paying the bills and read newspapers online.
  4. Disposing
    1. Using Cloth Instead Of Plastic:
      1. This can significantly reduce the amount of waste you bring into your house.When shopping you can bring your own reusable cloth bags instead of accepting plastic bags from the store.
    2. Dispose Dangerous Wastes Carefully:
      1. When disposing dangerous goods, like car batteries, it is essential that you don't put them in your usual bins. Go to a local waste disposal to dispose of it safely.
Individual and Group Responses To The Issue (Non-Governmental)
1. Individuals
  1. Individuals have varying responses towards the issue, many accepting responsibility for their actions and therefore take measure to reduce their impact. Many individual believe in “Reduce, Reuse and Recycle” to minimise the amount of they generate. On the other hand, there are many who believe in protecting the environment but believe that the costs in doing so are just too high. They also believe that much more can be done, such as legislating compulsory deposits on all containers.
2. Group
  1. Groups have been effective in tackling the issues of waste management by developing programs to combat the issue. Events such as Clean up Australia day and Total catchment management Project have played a huge role in managing our environment as well as functioning as a tool to create awareness along with raising funds to further the cause.

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