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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 Upshire 1,350 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Upshire 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 Upshire.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Upshire produced approximately 1,350 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 1,350 tonnes in Upshire 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 Upshire?

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 Upshire.

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

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

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

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

Upshire

Upshire is home to woodland which has acres of bluebell flowers in spring, this area is popular with dogwalkers

  • Population Size 13,298
  • Active Businesses 48
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)6,582
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 2,624

How much waste do we produce in Upshire?

Last year in this Upshire area, 13,298 residents and 48 businesses produced 6,582 tonnes of waste.

Assigned to a specific area it was the important responsibility of DSO who have been hired 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 Upshire?

Last year Upshire managed to recycle or reuse 2,624 tonnes of waste (39.87%) against 3,958 (60.13%).
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How much did local councils in Upshire spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Upshire spent £265,109.76 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 Upshire?

On record for last year Upshire had 13,298 residents and 48 active businesses.
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How else did Upshire impact the environment last year?

Upshire Upshire is home to woodland which has acres of bluebell flowers in spring, this area is popular with dogwalkers which is made up of 15.09 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Upshire had 149 fly tip incidents accompanied by 30 fly tip penalties.
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