Hazardous Waste in Lower Kingswood

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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 Lower Kingswood 352 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Lower Kingswood 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 Lower Kingswood.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Lower Kingswood produced approximately 352 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 352 tonnes in Lower Kingswood 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 Lower Kingswood?

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 Lower Kingswood.

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

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

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

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

Lower Kingswood

Lower Kingswood is a small village with many social clubs that cater to all ages – for example youth clubs and bowls club. There is a recreation ground which includes a park and some sporting facilities.

  • Population Size 4,091
  • Active Businesses 28
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)1,716
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 891

How much waste do we produce in Lower Kingswood?

Last year in this Lower Kingswood area, 4,091 residents and 28 businesses produced 1,716 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 Lower Kingswood?

Last year Lower Kingswood managed to recycle or reuse 891 tonnes of waste (0.52) against 824 (48.04%).
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How much did local councils in Lower Kingswood spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Lower Kingswood spent £31,948.16 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 Lower Kingswood?

On record for last year Lower Kingswood had 4,091 residents and 28 active businesses.
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How else did Lower Kingswood impact the environment last year?

Lower Kingswood Lower Kingswood is a small village with many social clubs that cater to all ages – for example youth clubs and bowls club. There is a recreation ground which includes a park and some sporting facilities. which is made up of 6.00 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Lower Kingswood had 6 fly tip incidents accompanied by 1 fly tip penalties.
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