SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT OPTIONS

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SOLID WASTEMANAGEMENT OPTIONS

• Landfills/ Dumps
• Waste to Energy/ Incineration
• Transfer Stations
• Compost Facilities
• MRF (Material Recovery Facility)

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MRF SEPARATION PROCESS
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LANDFILL COMPONENTS

• Clay and Plastic Liners
• Leachate Garbage Coffee Collection
• Methane Gas Collection
• Groundwater and Methane Testing Wells
• Storm Water Run-Off Pipes
• MATERIAL DOESNT DEGRADE

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THE 3 Rs 1. Recycle

• Saves limited natural resources
• Prevents greenhouse gas emissions and water
  pollutants
• Saves energy
• Provides raw materials for industry and creates
  jobs
• Saves landfill space

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THE 3 Rs 2. Waste Reduction

• Make double sided copies.
• Circulate memos, documents and periodicals.
• Use durable cups and silverware.
• Proof-read documents on the computer screen.
• Purchase merchandise with minimal packaging or
  order in bulk.
• Read periodicals online.
• Send e-cards.
• Reduce your junk mail by writing to the Direct
  Marketing Association at Mail Preference Service,
  PO Box 9008, Farmingdale, NY 11735-9008.

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THE 3 Rs 3. Reuse

• Reuse envelopes.
• Reuse single-sided paper for scratch paper.
• Reuse foam peanuts and other packaging material.
• Use remanufactured or surplus office equipment.
• Use rechargeable batteries.
• Use rechargeable fax and printer cartridges.
• Compost grass clippings and food waste.
• Donate toys and other items to charity.

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WHAT DO THE 3 ARROWS STAND FOR?

• Collection of Recyclables
• Manufacturing of the Material
• Buy Recycled Products

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RECYCLED PRODUCT EXAMPLES

• Aluminum and Steel Cans, Glass Bottles
• Plastic Lumber benches and decks
• EcoSpun Fabric shirts and carpet

• Recycled Paper tissue and copier
• Crumb tires playground surfaces and soaker
  hoses
• Remanufactured products toner cartridges and
  office furniture
• Re-refined motor oil

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WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP!

• Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
• Buy Recycled Products
• Become involved
• Tell your friends
• THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME.
• ANY QUESTIONS?