Waste management has become an urgent issue all around the world. With the Earth’s population growing at an exponential rate over the previous few centuries, vast volumes of waste have accumulated without an appropriate disposal system, especially in the Philippines.
This waste is divided into three categories: organic, biomedical, and dry (recyclable). Less than 60% of all waste generated is collected from households for processing, resulting in only 15% of our waste being effectively treated. Every individual must be better organized and plan their garbage disposal more efficiently. This post will explain waste management strategies and provide recommendations for organic waste management at home.
Waste management would be much easier if every household made an effort to organize and segregate their waste. The first step is to reduce household garbage. The next stage is to reuse or recycle the material.
Avoid single-use plastics
Plastic garbage is difficult to handle since it is not recyclable. This is one of the most important reasons to avoid using plastic bags. When you go grocery shopping, bring your own bag. Also, do not store household items in plastic containers. For storage, use glass. It is better for both your family and the environment.
Compost kitchen waste
Composting organic waste is an environmentally friendly waste management approach. Invest in a nice composting bin and turn your kitchen trash into rich compost. This will reduce your organic waste while also providing you with high-quality manure for your gardening—a new creative way for plantitas and plantitos out there.
Repurpose sturdy containers and recycle
Most glass and tin containers can be reused to store anything other than what they were designed to hold. You can also repurpose paper bags as waste bin liners. Print on both sides of the paper, or use the clean side to make lists or have your baby color. This will help you reduce the amount of solid trash in your home. Less trash, more space for productivity.
Donate what you don’t need
Make sure to donate items that are in good shape but are no longer useful to you. Many schools and shelters accept donations of usable items such as blankets, pencils, books, clothing, and shoes. Avoid accumulating goods in your home, as this adds to the clutter and makes trash management harder.
Dispose of hazardous waste responsibly
Biowaste management requires precaution and care. It is dangerous to dispose of materials such as batteries, medical syringes, and unused medicine carelessly. The chemicals leach into the soil and can become hazardous to those who live nearby. Plants absorb these toxins as well, and we eat vegetables that are contaminated with chemical waste from the soil.
Recycling glass, metal, textiles, and some plastics are the main takeaway for better waste management. Composting leftover food prevents it from decaying in the soil and producing methane gas, which is hazardous to humans. Use old rags for wiping, washing, and so forth, and avoid buying heavily packaged food. We could put an end to the stacks of waste on our streets as well as in our seas if every homemade a serious effort to manage domestic waste.
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