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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 Gravesend 3,109 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Gravesend 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 Gravesend.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Gravesend produced approximately 3,109 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 3,109 tonnes in Gravesend 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 Gravesend?

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 Gravesend.

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

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

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

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

Gravesend

Gravesend is one of England's oldest surviving market towns, it is the burial site of Pocahontas, wife of John Rolfe.

  • Population Size 37,236
  • Active Businesses 121
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)15,162
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 6,330

How much waste do we produce in Gravesend?

Last year in this Gravesend area, 37,236 residents and 121 businesses produced 15,162 tonnes of waste.

Assigned to a specific area it was the important responsibility of Serco who are the waste contractor deployed by Dartford Borough Council to manage the waste of the residents 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 Gravesend?

Last year Gravesend managed to recycle or reuse 6,330 tonnes of waste (41.75%) against 8,832 (58.25%).
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How much did local councils in Gravesend spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Gravesend spent £2,205,519.05 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 Gravesend?

On record for last year Gravesend had 37,236 residents and 121 active businesses.
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How else did Gravesend impact the environment last year?

Gravesend Gravesend is one of England's oldest surviving market towns, it is the burial site of Pocahontas, wife of John Rolfe. which is made up of 68.63 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Gravesend had 95 fly tip incidents accompanied by 4 fly tip penalties.
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