Waste is created every day by every person. It is an unavoidable thing, but it can be managed. We all know not to litter and to use bins correctly, but this doesn’t always happen. We also know how to recycle, but are we doing enough to ensure everything is recycled correctly? Here we look at how to correct waste management can help save natural resources and protect our environment.
What is Waste Management?
Waste management refers to the collection and secure disposal of waste. It is carried out carefully with the aim of protecting the environment. The rubbish and recycling homes and businesses generate is increasing and it severely impacts natural resources.
Waste Management Saves Natural Resources
Pollution caused by different types of waste harms the environment, but recycling and effective waste management can reduce this significantly. Recycling minimises the use of raw materials for further production, and many things have the potential to be recycled, from household waste to corporate waste. Let’s look at different types of recycling and how they benefit the environment.
Recycling Plastic
Did you know that plastic takes more than 400 years to decompose? This makes it one of the most harmful types of waste for the environment. Recycling plastic is a fantastic way of reducing its effect on the world, but not all plastics can be recycled, such as single-use plastic. Decomposing plastic produces ethanol, methane and GHG, which are detrimental to the environment.
Recycling Paper
Recycling paper is an excellent way to save natural resources as more paper products are easily made, protecting forests and preventing the environment from producing more methane gas. Recycled paper is cheaper than new paper, so many small businesses make a saving by using recycled paper.
Recycling Food Waste
There really are no downsides to recycling food waste, with composting having many benefits for homes, gardens and the environment. Decomposing food waste creates harmful ethanol and GHG while attracting pests with its putrid smell. The composting process makes natural fertiliser which nourishes soils and reduces the need for harmful chemical fertilisers.
Final Thoughts On Waste Management
As we can see from the above examples, correct waste management and mindful recycling go a long way toward protecting our environment and natural resources. If you are unsure how to dispose of some waste, contact Rubbish Disposal for assistance.
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