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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 Rotherhyth 3,479 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Rotherhyth 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 Rotherhyth.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Rotherhyth produced approximately 3,479 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 3,479 tonnes in Rotherhyth 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 Rotherhyth?

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 Rotherhyth.

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

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

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

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

Rotherhyth

Rotherhyth is known for being the printing base of the Daily mail until 2012, it is home to the Russia Dock Woodlands and the Steve Hill Ecological park.

  • Population Size 42,569
  • Active Businesses 272
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)16,967
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 6,030

How much waste do we produce in Rotherhyth?

Last year in this Rotherhyth area, 42,569 residents and 272 businesses produced 16,967 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 a mix between waste contractors DSO 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 Rotherhyth?

Last year Rotherhyth managed to recycle or reuse 6,030 tonnes of waste (35.54%) against 10,937 (64.46%).
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How much did local councils in Rotherhyth spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Rotherhyth spent £1,780,297.20 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 Rotherhyth?

On record for last year Rotherhyth had 42,569 residents and 272 active businesses.
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How else did Rotherhyth impact the environment last year?

Rotherhyth Rotherhyth is known for being the printing base of the Daily mail until 2012, it is home to the Russia Dock Woodlands and the Steve Hill Ecological park. which is made up of 29.95 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Rotherhyth had 866 fly tip incidents accompanied by 96 fly tip penalties.
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