
The most effective approach to Solid Waste Management is a combination of methods.Combination is important because no single approach will solve the challenge. Across the country, many cities and counties have found creative ways to reduce and better manage their municipal solid waste.
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Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) such as oil based paints, motor oil, pesticides and lead-acid batteries present a real disposal challenge. While these wastes constitute only a small percentage of the residential waste stream, the potential damage from improper disposal is significant.
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Used electronics represent the fastest growing segment of the municipal waste stream and includes electronic products such as TVs, computers, cell phones, VCRs, and stereos.
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The Houston-Galveston Area Council has a regional goal to reduce the per capita amount of solid waste by 80% by the year 2012.
Through the efforts of cities, counties and schools in our region, we've already seen a significant reduction in the waste stream - from 6.2 to 6.15 pounds per day. That translates into 50,000 tons less in regional landfills.
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