Hazardous Waste in Heronsgate

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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 Heronsgate 140 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Heronsgate 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 Heronsgate.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Heronsgate produced approximately 140 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 140 tonnes in Heronsgate 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 Heronsgate?

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 Heronsgate.

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

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

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

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

Heronsgate

Heronsgate is a settlement on the outskirts of Chorleywood

  • Population Size 994
  • Active Businesses 11
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)682
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 334

How much waste do we produce in Heronsgate?

Last year in this Heronsgate area, 994 residents and 11 businesses produced 682 tonnes of waste.

Assigned to a specific area it was the important responsibility of Veolia ES UK 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 Heronsgate?

Last year Heronsgate managed to recycle or reuse 334 tonnes of waste (48.96%) against 348 (51.04%).
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How much did local councils in Heronsgate spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Heronsgate spent £102,478.32 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 Heronsgate?

On record for last year Heronsgate had 994 residents and 11 active businesses.
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How else did Heronsgate impact the environment last year?

Heronsgate Heronsgate is a settlement on the outskirts of Chorleywood which is made up of 8.30 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Heronsgate had 149 fly tip incidents accompanied by 17 fly tip penalties.
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