quick, general, solid waste and recycling presentation
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General recycling presentation created by the NC Division of Pollution Prevention and Environmental Assistance.TRANSCRIPT
SOLID WASTEMANAGEMENT OPTIONS
Landfills/ “Dumps” Waste to Energy/
Incineration Transfer Stations Compost Facilities MRF (Material Recovery
Facility)
MRF SEPARATION PROCESS
LANDFILL COMPONENTS Clay and Plastic Liners Leachate “Garbage
Coffee” Collection Methane Gas Collection Groundwater and
Methane Testing Wells Storm Water Run-Off
Pipes
MATERIAL DOESN’T DEGRADE
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
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.
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.
WHAT DO THE 3 ARROWS STAND FOR?
Collection of Recyclables
Manufacturing of the Material
Buy Recycled Products
RECYCLED PRODUCT EXAMPLES
Recycled Paper – tissue and copier Crumb tires – playground surfaces
and soaker hoses Remanufactured products – toner
cartridges and office furniture Re-refined motor oil
Aluminum and Steel Cans, Glass Bottles Plastic Lumber – benches and decks EcoSpun Fabric – shirts and carpet
WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP!
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Buy Recycled Products Become involved Tell your friends
THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME.
ANY QUESTIONS?