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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 Elmstead 334 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Elmstead 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 Elmstead.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Elmstead produced approximately 334 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 334 tonnes in Elmstead 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 Elmstead?

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 Elmstead.

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

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

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

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

Elmstead

Elmstead means "place where elm trees grow", 50 million-year-old fossils have been discovered there.

  • Population Size 3,887
  • Active Businesses 25
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)1,630
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 817

How much waste do we produce in Elmstead?

Last year in this Elmstead area, 3,887 residents and 25 businesses produced 1,630 tonnes of waste.

Assigned to a specific area it was the important responsibility of the responsibility of The London Borough of Bromley and Veolia ES UK to deal with waste more efficiently 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 Elmstead?

Last year Elmstead managed to recycle or reuse 817 tonnes of waste (50.10%) against 813 (49.90%).
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How much did local councils in Elmstead spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Elmstead spent £112,931.50 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 Elmstead?

On record for last year Elmstead had 3,887 residents and 25 active businesses.
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How else did Elmstead impact the environment last year?

Elmstead Elmstead means "place where elm trees grow", 50 million-year-old fossils have been discovered there. which is made up of 25.96 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Elmstead had 22 fly tip incidents accompanied by 3 fly tip penalties.
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