Shanghai and Lagos have two things in common. One is that both are the largest city in terms of population in their respective countries and two is the size of the waste that goes to their landfill or dumpsite. Although there is a wide disparity in their population according to the… Continue reading
Construction sites are bustling hubs of activity, teeming with workers, equipment, and materials. Amidst all the progress, there is one aspect that often gets overlooked – waste management. Improper disposal of construction site waste can have severe consequences for both human health and the environment. In this guide, we will… Continue reading
Biodiesel is a renewable and sustainable form of energy. It can reduce greenhouse emissions by almost 30%, which means that although they do release carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, they do so in a very limited manner. With the aim of building a green new world, and eliminating the need… Continue reading
E-waste has turned out to be one of the biggest concerns of modern society. Although it’s a fact that e-waste comprises only 2 to 3 % of the global waste, it consists of about 70% of the world’s overall toxic waste. Regardless of the debate on whether e-waste is a… Continue reading
The growing quantum of medical wastes (also known as biomedical waste or healthcare waste) is posing significant public health and environmental challenges across the world. The situation is alarming in developing countries due to improper disposal methods, insufficient physical resources, and lack of research on medical waste management. The major… Continue reading
Sustainable organic waste disposal is one of the many considerations you have to make when planning an eco-friendly lifestyle. Luckily, it’s much easier nowadays to get rid of organic waste without damaging the environment. In fact, you can use your biodegradable trash to generate renewable energy power for your household… Continue reading
Sustainability is becoming a growing concern among the general public, and both individuals and companies have begun to take the necessary steps to reduce their carbon footprint and diminish their greenhouse gas emissions. It’s not as simple as it sounds, however, and there are many things you need to take… Continue reading
Anaerobic digestion of poultry litter is a sustainable way to manage poultry industry waste. Poultry litter is one of the best raw materials for the production of biogas. Infact, the biogas potential of poultry manure is better than that of cow manure and sewage sludge. In this article, we will… Continue reading
Many businesses produce more trash than they realize and throw away materials that could be recycled or reused. Keeping track of waste can help businesses reduce costs and promote sustainability. The data collected from waste tracking is invaluable for waste management, which comes with benefits that may be surprising. It… Continue reading
At this point, pretty much everyone is aware that plastic drinking straws are bad for the environment, namely the animals that inhabit our oceans, rivers, and lakes. But that’s just one small aspect of the global waste problem we’re currently facing. Becoming aware of the impact of straws began a… Continue reading