quick, general, solid waste and recycling presentation

SOLID WASTEMANAGEMENT OPTIONS

Landfills/ “Dumps” Waste to Energy/

Incineration Transfer Stations Compost Facilities MRF (Material Recovery

Facility)

MRF SEPARATION PROCESS

LANDFILL COMPONENTS Clay and Plastic Liners Leachate “Garbage

Coffee” Collection Methane Gas Collection Groundwater and

Methane Testing Wells Storm Water Run-Off

Pipes

MATERIAL DOESN’T DEGRADE

THE 3 Rs – 1. Recycle

Saves limited natural resources

Prevents greenhouse gas emissions and water pollutants

Saves energy Provides raw materials

for industry and creates jobs

Saves landfill space

THE 3 Rs – 2. Waste Reduction Make double sided copies. Circulate memos, documents and periodicals. Use durable cups and silverware. Proof-read documents on the computer screen. Purchase merchandise with minimal packaging or

order in bulk. Read periodicals online. Send e-cards. Reduce your junk mail by writing to the Direct

Marketing Association at Mail Preference Service, PO Box 9008, Farmingdale, NY 11735-9008.

THE 3 Rs – 3. Reuse Reuse envelopes. Reuse single-sided paper for scratch

paper. Reuse foam peanuts and other

packaging material. Use remanufactured or surplus office

equipment. Use rechargeable batteries. Use rechargeable fax and printer

cartridges. Compost grass clippings and food waste. Donate toys and other items to charity.

WHAT DO THE 3 ARROWS STAND FOR?

Collection of Recyclables

Manufacturing of the Material

Buy Recycled Products

RECYCLED PRODUCT EXAMPLES

Recycled Paper – tissue and copier Crumb tires – playground surfaces

and soaker hoses Remanufactured products – toner

cartridges and office furniture Re-refined motor oil

Aluminum and Steel Cans, Glass Bottles Plastic Lumber – benches and decks EcoSpun Fabric – shirts and carpet

WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP!

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Buy Recycled Products Become involved Tell your friends

THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME.

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