Introduction: What is solid waste? Solid waste applies to a broad spectrum of rubbish materials that are abandoned as undesired and worthless as a result of animals’ and people’s actions. Amount of solid waste generated in a particular region by manufacturing, household, and commercial activities. Plastic, cardboard, glassware, aluminum, and biological garbage are all types […]
10 Simple Ways To Go Paperless At Home And In Your Business
INTRODUCTION The generation of paper is one of the processes that cause environmental pollution. The machines that involve in paper production release greenhouse gases into the air causing global warming. Admittedly, air pollution is increasing day by day. Also, water pollution is going side by side and water quality is continuously being deteriorated by the […]
Solid Waste Management Techniques
INTRODUCTION Solid Waste Management: Solid waste management is a process of actions and activities that are employed to manage waste that is being produced from various sources. It includes all actions from the collection, transportation, to the final disposal of waste. For more info about solid waste, check out: Solid waste – types, sources, and […]
Solid waste – Types, Sources, and Effects
INTRODUCTION Solid Waste: Solid waste is often named garbage or trash. It is described as discarded material or garbage that is produced as a result of human or animal activities. TYPES OF SOLID WASTE There are two main categories of waste that are biodegradable waste and non-biodegradable waste. a) Biodegradable: Biodegradable waste is a type […]
Improper Management of Solid Waste in Pakistan and Its Effects
Introduction Solid Waste: Solid waste consists of non-soluble materials, semisolids, or solids. Non-soluble materials are sewage sludge, municipal garbage, mining residues, industrial waste, demolition waste, agricultural waste, gases and liquids in containers, etc. Solid waste being generated in Pakistan ranges from 0.283 to 0.612 kilogram per capita per day. The growing rate of waste production […]
Kasur Tanneries and Their Impact on the Environment
Introduction Kasur is located in Punjab, Pakistan and it is considered a potential hub of the leather industry. The leather sector of Pakistan holds great economic importance. The tanning industry is a vital earning source for Pakistan through the foreign exchange of leather goods such as boots, jackets, sports material, handbags, and other products. These […]