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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 Virginia Water 340 tonnes of hazardous waste is produced in Virginia Water 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 Virginia Water.

Figures from the Environment Agency show that Virginia Water produced approximately 340 tonnes of hazardous waste compared to almost 5 million tonnes a year in England. Of the 340 tonnes in Virginia Water 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 Virginia Water?

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 Virginia Water.

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

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

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

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

Virginia Water

Virginia Water is known for being one of the most expensive places to live in the UK and is home to one of the most famous golf clubs in the world, Wentworth Club. The average property price of the area is £1,078,333 which is 68.1% above the London average

  • Population Size 3,950
  • Active Businesses 33
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)1,657
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 826

How much waste do we produce in Virginia Water?

Last year in this Virginia Water area, 3,950 residents and 33 businesses produced 1,657 tonnes of waste.

Assigned to a specific area it was the important responsibility of WLWA (West London Waste Authority), which has been set up between Hillingdon, Brent, Harrow, Ealing, Hounslow and Richmond-upon-Thames to deal with waste more efficiently in West London along with a mix between the waste contractors Serco and 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 Virginia Water?

Last year Virginia Water managed to recycle or reuse 826 tonnes of waste (49.86%) against 831 (50.14%).
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How much did local councils in Virginia Water spend on waste management?

Last year local councils in Virginia Water spent £221,219.88 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 Virginia Water?

On record for last year Virginia Water had 3,950 residents and 33 active businesses.
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How else did Virginia Water impact the environment last year?

Virginia Water Virginia Water is known for being one of the most expensive places to live in the UK and is home to one of the most famous golf clubs in the world, Wentworth Club. The average property price of the area is £1,078,333 which is 68.1% above the London average which is made up of 16.56 hectares of greenbelt consumed energy from both domestic and commercial activities, more specifically Virginia Water had 104 fly tip incidents accompanied by 12 fly tip penalties.
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