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Waste Minimisation Strategies |
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What is waste minimisation? Generating, treating and disposing of wastes causes a range of environmental problems. A common improvement strategy in addressing the environmental effects connected with waste within a company is waste minimisation. This means, the reduction of waste predominantly at source, rather than focusing upon traditional 'end of pipe' solutions. Often, waste minimisation will involve a combination of source reduction and recycling to give optimum bottom line returns. The table below summarises the main benefits of waste minimisation to a company: |
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| Why Minimise Waste? | |
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Increasing cost of disposing to landfill Cost of alternative disposal and treatment options High savings through more efficient manufacturing processes and reduction of raw material use |
| Legislation | Decreased liability through guaranteed compliance with the relevant legislation |
| The environment and public relations |
Greener, more favourable profile Reduction of environmental effects |