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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 Cheshunt 967 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Cheshunt 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 Cheshunt.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Cheshunt produced approximately 967 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 967 tonnes in Cheshunt 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 Cheshunt?

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 Cheshunt.

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

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

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

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 Cheshunt so carrying out proper hazardous waste disposal poses a major challenge to many businesses in Cheshunt. 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 Cheshunt

Cheshunt

Cheshunt has the Prime Meridian just to the east of it, it is most famous for being the home to Cliff Richard and Queen Elizabeth 1st

  • Population Size 24,663
  • Active Businesses 61
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)4,716
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 1,880

How much waste do we produce in Cheshunt?

Last year in this Cheshunt area, 24,663 residents and 61 businesses produced 4,716 tonnes of waste.

Assigned to a specific area it was the important responsibility of DSO who have been hired to deal with waste more efficiently on behalf of the council 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 Cheshunt?

Last year Cheshunt managed to recycle or reuse 1,880 tonnes of waste (39.87%) against 2,836 (60.13%).
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How much did local councils in Cheshunt spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Cheshunt spent £189,950.78 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 Cheshunt?

On record for last year Cheshunt had 24,663 residents and 61 active businesses.
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How else did Cheshunt impact the environment last year?

Cheshunt Cheshunt has the Prime Meridian just to the east of it, it is most famous for being the home to Cliff Richard and Queen Elizabeth 1st which is made up of 109.02 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Cheshunt had 107 fly tip incidents accompanied by 21 fly tip penalties.
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