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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 Sunbury-on-Thames 1,781 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Sunbury-on-Thames 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 Sunbury-on-Thames.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Sunbury-on-Thames produced approximately 1,781 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 1,781 tonnes in Sunbury-on-Thames 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 Sunbury-on-Thames?

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 Sunbury-on-Thames.

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

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

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

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 Sunbury-on-Thames so carrying out proper hazardous waste disposal poses a major challenge to many businesses in Sunbury-on-Thames. 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 Sunbury-on-Thames

Sunbury-on-Thames

Sunbury-on-Thames is home to notable landmarks such as Sunbury Court and Hawke House

  • Population Size 22,569
  • Active Businesses 108
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)8,684
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 4,330

How much waste do we produce in Sunbury-on-Thames?

Last year in this Sunbury-on-Thames area, 22,569 residents and 108 businesses produced 8,684 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 Sunbury-on-Thames?

Last year Sunbury-on-Thames managed to recycle or reuse 4,330 tonnes of waste (49.86%) against 4,354 (50.14%).
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How much did local councils in Sunbury-on-Thames spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Sunbury-on-Thames spent £1,159,704.00 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 Sunbury-on-Thames?

On record for last year Sunbury-on-Thames had 22,569 residents and 108 active businesses.
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How else did Sunbury-on-Thames impact the environment last year?

Sunbury-on-Thames Sunbury-on-Thames is home to notable landmarks such as Sunbury Court and Hawke House which is made up of 29.15 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Sunbury-on-Thames had 601 fly tip incidents accompanied by 67 fly tip penalties.
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