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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 Heathrow 506 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Heathrow 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 Heathrow.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Heathrow produced approximately 506 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 506 tonnes in Heathrow 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 Heathrow?

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 Heathrow.

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

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

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

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

Heathrow

Heathrow is home to Heathrow Airport which is busiest airport in Europe and the seventh busiest in the world, handling over 80 million passengers a year

  • Population Size 5,881
  • Active Businesses 29
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)2,466
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 1,230

How much waste do we produce in Heathrow?

Last year in this Heathrow area, 5,881 residents and 29 businesses produced 2,466 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 Heathrow?

Last year Heathrow managed to recycle or reuse 1,230 tonnes of waste (49.86%) against 1,237 (50.14%).
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How much did local councils in Heathrow spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Heathrow spent £329,361.98 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 Heathrow?

On record for last year Heathrow had 5,881 residents and 29 active businesses.
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How else did Heathrow impact the environment last year?

Heathrow Heathrow is home to Heathrow Airport which is busiest airport in Europe and the seventh busiest in the world, handling over 80 million passengers a year which is made up of 5.58 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Heathrow had 154 fly tip incidents accompanied by 17 fly tip penalties.
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