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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 Longmead 851 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Longmead 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 Longmead.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Longmead produced approximately 851 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 851 tonnes in Longmead 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 Longmead?

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 Longmead.

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

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

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

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

Longmead

Longmead is home to Longmead Stadium, the ground for Tonbridge Angels FC.

  • Population Size 9,898
  • Active Businesses 58
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)4,151
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 2,157

How much waste do we produce in Longmead?

Last year in this Longmead area, 9,898 residents and 58 businesses produced 4,151 tonnes of waste.

Assigned to a specific area it was the important responsibility of SLWP (South London Waste Partnership), which has been set up between Merton, Kingston upon Thames, Croydon and Sutton to deal with waste more efficiently in south London along with the waste contractor 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 Longmead?

Last year Longmead managed to recycle or reuse 2,157 tonnes of waste (0.52) against 1,994 (48.04%).
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How much did local councils in Longmead spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Longmead spent £77,292.10 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 Longmead?

On record for last year Longmead had 9,898 residents and 58 active businesses.
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How else did Longmead impact the environment last year?

Longmead Longmead is home to Longmead Stadium, the ground for Tonbridge Angels FC. which is made up of 1.81 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Longmead had 14 fly tip incidents accompanied by 2 fly tip penalties.
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