Waste management refers to the collection, transport, processing, recycling or disposal of waste materials. It involves controlling and monitoring the production, storage, collection, transport, treatment and disposal of waste materials in a way that addresses health, safety and environmental issues.
The essentials of waste management are:
1. Collection - Gathering waste from homes and businesses for transport to recycling, treatment or disposal facilities. This includes curbside collection of recyclables and garbage.
2. Transport - Moving waste from collection points to processing facilities or landfills, usually by truck.
3. Processing/recycling - Separating and treating recyclable and compostable materials to prepare them for new use. This includes