WASTE MANAGEMENT AND

ENERGY EFFICIENCY
 LECTURE 10
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WASTE & WASTE MANAGEMENT

A. WASTE
1. Definition of waste
2. Types of waste
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3. Impact of unmanaged waste
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B. WASTE MANAGEMENT
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1. Waste Minimisation
U 2. Reasons to Minimise Waste
R 3. Control of Waste
4. Incineration of waste
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5. Land disposal / Landfill
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 A. WATER CONSERVATION
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General Checklist on Conserving Water
• Use only as much water as you require.
• Close the taps well after use. While brushing
your teeth do not leave the tap running, open it
only when you require it.
• Check there are no leaking taps. Get a plumber to
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• Use a washing machine that does not consume
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too much water.
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• Do not leave the taps running while washing
dishes and clothes.
T • Install small shower heads to reduce the flow of
the water.
U • Water in which the vegetables and fruits have
been washed can be used to water the flowers
R and ornamental potted plants.
• At the end of the day if you have water left in
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your water bottle do not throw it away, pour it
over some plant
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