Waste Generation and Management

Waste

Any material that is discarded because it is no longer needed or useful.

Solid Waste

Materials discarded after they lose their usefulness, commonly known as garbage.

Biodegradable Waste

Waste made of organic matter that can be easily broken down by natural processes.

Non-Biodegradable Waste

Waste that cannot be easily broken down and remains in its form for a long period of time.

Domestic Waste

Waste generated from individual households.

Industrial Waste

Waste produced by factories and manufacturing processes.

E-Waste

Discarded electronic items and gadgets that can be harmful to the environment and human health.

Composting

A process of decomposing organic waste to create nutrient-rich compost.

Landfill

A site for the disposal of waste material by burial, often causing potential contamination.

Segregation

The process of separating waste into different categories for recycling or disposal.

Segregation

The process of separating waste into different categories for recycling or disposal.

Recycling

The process of converting waste materials into reusable materials.

Reuse

The practice of using an item more than once before discarding it.

Reduce

Minimizing the amount of waste generated by consuming less.