WASTES

MANAGEM
ENT
Group 5 | Presentation
 INTRODUCTION
This comprises garbage collection, transportation, disposal/recycling,
and monitoring as a result of human activities. Trash management
includes all sorts of trash, including residential, industrial, and
hazardous waste.

Waste can also be solid, liquid, or gas, each of which has its own
management and disposal procedures. The entire goal of waste
management is to limit the quantity of garbage that ends up in landfills.
Instead, garbage should be regarded as a useful resource.
DEFINITION AND
TYPES OF WASTES
Wastes are substances or materials that are discarded
after primary use or have no further use for the organism
or the product.
 TYPES OF WASTES
• Solid waste: This is the most common type of waste that includes
household garbage, industrial waste, agricultural waste, and
construction and demolition waste.
• Hazardous waste: This is the type of waste that contains substances
that are toxic, corrosive, flammable, explosive, or infectious.
• Biomedical waste: This is the type of waste that is generated from
medical activities such as diagnosis, treatment, immunization, or
research.
• Radioactive waste: This is the type of waste that contains radioactive
materials that emit harmful radiation.
• Liquid waste: This is the type of waste that is in the form of a liquid or
can pass through a filter as a liquid. It includes wastewater, fats, oils,
grease, used oil, chemicals, solvents, sludges, and hazardous
household liquids.
• Organic waste: This is the type of waste that comes from a plant or
animal and can be broken down by microorganisms or other living
things. It includes food waste, garden waste, paper, cardboard, wood,
leather, wool, and other kinds of biodegradable waste.
• Recyclable waste: This is the type of waste that can be collected,
processed, and made into new products.
 WASTE
MANAGEMENT
METHOD
Garbage accumulation has never been much of a concern
in the past, but due to globalization and industrialization,
there is a need for a more efficient waste disposal
method. Managing waste effectively is crucial for human
health, environmental protection, and resource
conservation.
HERE ARE SOME PRIMARY METHODS THAT WOULD HELP IN WASTE MANAGEMENT:
 LANDFILL
Disposing of waste material by burying it. Modern
sanitary landfills are designed to prevent leaching and
groundwater contamination.
Landfills are suitable for non-recyclable and non-
hazardous waste.
 INCINERATION
Waste incineration involves controlled combustion of
solid waste at high temperatures. It serves to reduce
waste volume, eliminate pathogens, and generate energy,
typically in the form of heat or electricity. In simpler
terms, it's the burning of waste.
WASTE COMPACTION
Waste compaction is a technique employed to reduce the
volume of solid waste, enhancing its efficiency in
handling, transportation, and disposal. This process
involves compressing non-recyclable and non-organic
waste into more compact and denser forms using
equipment like compactors and balers.
BIOGAS GENERATION
Biogas generation is a sustainable waste-to-energy
process converting organic waste materials into biogas,
primarily methane (CH4), along with a nutrient-rich
byproduct known as digestate. Anaerobic digesters or
biogas plants facilitate this process, offering a renewable
energy source and organic waste reduction.
 COMPOSTING
Composting is a natural process that decomposes organic
waste materials, including food scraps and yard waste,
into nutrient-rich soil conditioner. Composting
effectively reduces the volume of organic waste and
yields valuable compost for agricultural and gardening
purposes.
VERMICOMPOSTING
Vermicomposting is a specialized composting process
that utilizes earthworms to break down organic waste,
such as food scraps, yard waste, and paper, into nutrient-
rich compost. This method provides an environmentally
friendly means of organic waste disposal.
 AGENCIES AND LAWS
GOVERNING WASTE
MANAGEMENT
Agencies Governing Waste Management
·Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Environmental
Management Bureau (DENR-EMB)
·The Solid Waste Management Association of the Philippines
(SWAPP)

Laws Governing Waste Management

Republic Act No. 9003, also known as the Ecological Solid Waste
Management Act of 2000, is a landmark environmental legislation
designed to meet the country's waste management problems.
 UES SURROUNDING THE
IMPLEMENTATION OF WASTE
MANAGEMENT IN THE
PHILIPPINES
1. Collection and disposal infrastructure
In general, poor infrastructure can cause social problems,
public health threats, and environmental deterioration.
Investment in appropriate waste management infrastructure
is required to address these issues.
2. Financial constraints

Insufficient funding for waste management programs is

another significant issue. Many communities, particularly
those in developing countries, lack the necessary funding to
engage in waste management infrastructure or programs.
This may result in insufficient waste management services.
3. Lack of support from localities

The resistance to adopting waste management procedures can

originate from various sources, including people, companies,
and governments. Refraining from implementing waste
management measures may have negative consequences. It
can be due to a lack of knowledge, false beliefs, social or
economic barriers.
4. Ineffective recycling or composting

Limited recycling or composting options are another

challenge for municipal solid waste management that has a
significant impact on the environment. This is because the
municipalities lack the resources or infrastructure to
implement recycling and composting programs.
5. Ever-changing climate

The management of waste is also being impacted by climate

change. The generation, transportation, and disposal of waste
are all affected by rising temperatures and shifting weather
patterns. For example, changing precipitation patterns may
make it more challenging to transport waste due to rising
temperatures.
6. Lack of technological advances

This means the absence of efficient, cost-effective

technologies to manage and dispose of waste in a sustainable
manner. However, the current technologies used in the waste
management industry are inadequate, leading to
inefficiencies in the collection and processing of waste.
7. Changing consumer preferences

Constantly changing consumer demands are the increased use

of e-commerce and online shopping. This has resulted in an
increase in packaging waste due to the packaging materials
and boxes being used. For example, the use of single-use
plastic products, such as water bottles and shopping bags.
8. Unclear regulations

Unclear regulations are another significant challenge for the

recycling industry. This can include inconsistencies in
policies and practices of managing waste across states or
countries. As a result, various waste management companies
operating in multiple jurisdictions may become perplexed.

To address this challenge, simple, clear, and consistent

regulations are required. This could include standardizing
definitions of recyclable and compostable materials, as well
as developing national or international policies for managing
waste.
 CONCLUSION:
Responsible waste management is vital to reduce
environmental harm, protect public health, and conserve
resources. By implementing appropriate waste
management methods such as landfilling, incineration,
composting, vermicomposting, biogas generation, and
waste compaction, society can address its waste disposal
needs in an environmentally sustainable manner.
Adherence to local regulations and best practices is
fundamental to achieving these objectives and promoting
a more
 THANK YOU
Group 5
• Nicolas, Sophia Gwyneth V.
• Villaruel, Mel Joy A.
• Patalita, Shaina M.
• Prado, Nazan Keij M.