Importance of Trash Disposal
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, municipal solid waste is commonly known as trash or garbage. Generally it consists of paper, yard waste, metals, food, glass, wood, plastic and miscellaneous materials. Some of these materials are biodegradable, which decompose over many years, while other materials such as glass and plastic are nondegradable. Trash disposal is critical in maintaining a cleaner environment and is also crucial for public health.
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Reduces Greenhouse Gas Emissions
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One of the major problems of municipal waste is greenhouse gas emissions. According to the European Environment Agency, proper waste management and reduction in waste volume can diminish greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. Diverting waste from landfill sites by recycling and other waste management procedures reduces methane and carbon dioxide emissions.
Reduces Soil and Water Pollution
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Disposing of trash in a proper manner reduces the probability of contamination of the soil and ground water with chemicals or microorganisms.
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Beneficial to Public Health
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People living near landfills are exposed to toxic gases and are susceptible to lung cancer, bladder cancer and leukemia. Proper landfill management and alternate measures such as recycling can reduce these adverse health effects.
Conserves Energy
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Trash disposal strategies such as recycling and reusing reduce the demand for energy. The energy conserved in the process could be used for other useful purposes.
Reduces Pressure on Landfills
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Proper recycling and reusing of waste material helps in saving landfill space by diverting them from the waste stream.
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