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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 Kingswood 322 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Kingswood 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 Kingswood.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Kingswood produced approximately 322 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 322 tonnes in Kingswood 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 Kingswood?

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 Kingswood.

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

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

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

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

Kingswood

Kingswood is a small village with independent shops, a farmhouse and a few open spaces.

  • Population Size 3,742
  • Active Businesses 26
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)1,569
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 815

How much waste do we produce in Kingswood?

Last year in this Kingswood area, 3,742 residents and 26 businesses produced 1,569 tonnes of waste.

Assigned to a specific area it was the important responsibility of SLWP (South London Waste Partnership), which has been set up between Merton, Kingston upon Thames, Croydon and Sutton to deal with waste more efficiently in south London along with the waste contractor Veolia ES UK 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 Kingswood?

Last year Kingswood managed to recycle or reuse 815 tonnes of waste (0.52) against 754 (48.04%).
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How much did local councils in Kingswood spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Kingswood spent £29,218.92 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 Kingswood?

On record for last year Kingswood had 3,742 residents and 26 active businesses.
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How else did Kingswood impact the environment last year?

Kingswood Kingswood is a small village with independent shops, a farmhouse and a few open spaces. which is made up of 5.49 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Kingswood had 5 fly tip incidents accompanied by 1 fly tip penalties.
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