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Hazardous waste is classified as such when it has properties or contains substances that make it corrosive, caustic, carcinogenic, ecotoxic, irritant, infectious, mutagenic, toxic, or an oxidizing agent.

in Ashford 2,806 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Ashford annually which shows how important it is to collect and dispose of the hazardous waste properly.

All hazardous waste disposals must all be managed properly by hiring a regulated and professional hazardous waste company in Ashford.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Ashford produced approximately 2,806 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 2,806 tonnes in Ashford only 36% was recycled.

Hazardous waste collection is a major part of the waste management world and one that impacts the health of our planet significantly.
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What is the importanceof disposing of hazardous waste properly in Ashford?

Firstly the following materials are considered hazardous waste:

- Asbestos
- Batteries
- Chemicals/liquids
- Paint
- Gas bottles
- Sharps
- White goods
- Monitors/TV's and other WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment)
- Fluorescent Tubes

The following are some of the main reasons why it is important to perform proper hazardous waste disposal in Ashford.

1. Ashford‘s Environmental Health – Inappropriate hazardous waste management and disposal pose a serious hazard to the health of Ashford‘s environment.

2. Public Health – Throwing hazardous materials in the rubbish, pouring them down the drain into Ashford’s water system hurts Ashford’s environment, particularly the water supply.

3. Hazardous waste collection, management, removal, and disposal in Ashford are all regulated by the law
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How is the hazardous waste disposed of in Ashford?

There are a few methods deployed by hazardous waste disposal companies to manage hazardous waste, the most common include:

- Landfill
- Incineration
- Recycling

There are a range of risks associated with hazardous waste disposal in Ashford so carrying out proper hazardous waste disposal poses a major challenge to many businesses in Ashford. However, by following several simple procedures, organisations can make financial savings and comply with the law.
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What you need to know about Ashford

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Ashford houses a range of recreational and sports grounds such as Ashford Park as well as water sports along the River Ash.

  • Population Size 35,489
  • Active Businesses 157
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)13,684
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 6,823

How much waste do we produce in Ashford?

Last year in this Ashford area, 35,489 residents and 157 businesses produced 13,684 tonnes of waste.

Assigned to a specific area it was the important responsibility of WLWA (West London Waste Authority), which has been set up between Hillingdon, Brent, Harrow, Ealing, Hounslow and Richmond-upon-Thames to deal with waste more efficiently in West London along with a mix between the waste contractors Serco and Veolia ES UK to manage waste in the area more efficiently to importantly collect both the segregated and mixed waste produced and to dispose of it either by recycling, reuse or landfill
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What is the council recycling rate of Ashford?

Last year Ashford managed to recycle or reuse 6,823 tonnes of waste (49.86%) against 6,861 (50.14%).
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How much did local councils in Ashford spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Ashford spent £1,827,403.20 on waste management activities including collection, transport and treatment of household and business waste.
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How many residents and active businesses are there in Ashford?

On record for last year Ashford had 35,489 residents and 157 active businesses.
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How else did Ashford impact the environment last year?

Ashford Ashford houses a range of recreational and sports grounds such as Ashford Park as well as water sports along the River Ash. which is made up of 43.48 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Ashford had 945 fly tip incidents accompanied by 105 fly tip penalties.
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