Every day, we unavoidably generate garbage. Did you know that the average Australian family generates approximately 2.25 kilogrammes of waste per day?
Alternatively, 756 kilogrammes of waste per year! Consider how many families there are in Perth; that is a lot of garbage!
Don't Dump Your Trash Illegally
You should never try to illegally dump your garbage because there are severe consequences and penalties for doing so. Similarly, avoid burning trash as a method of disposal.
Many people are unaware that waste burning is a problem. Apart from the safety concerns, incinerating garbage contributes to climate change, encourages more waste, emits carbon dioxide, and is inefficient and expensive.
Handle Hazardous Waste With Caution
When dealing with hazardous waste, we must exercise extreme caution and, if necessary, call in the professionals. Always follow the instructions on how to properly dispose of hazardous waste, and don't disregard the small signs that say "do not throw in the trash." This is most prevalent in batteries, electronic waste (e-waste), and aerosol cans.
They can be harmful to the environment if they are not disposed of properly, such as by mixing them with general waste or dumping them in public. Make sure you properly dispose of them by bringing them to the nearest recycling centre or hiring a garbage collection service to collect and dispose of the waste for you. All ALDI supermarkets in Australia accept free battery recycling.
Medical pills and tablets that have expired can simply be returned to the nearest medical centre or pharmacy. Make certain they're properly sealed in a bag or container.
Landfills Should Only Be Used as a Last Option
As a result, we must take action regarding how we dispose of our garbage. Dumping trash in a landfill is the simplest solution, but it is neither the best nor the most environmentally friendly. This will only serve to exacerbate global warming.
Rubbish decomposes at varying rates. For example, some natural food waste decomposes in months, whereas a car tyre can take 50-80 years to decompose. Hazardous glasshouse gases such as methane are released into the atmosphere while it sits in a landfill, trapping heat and melting our polar ice caps.
It is best not to accumulate a large amount of mixed waste at home. Because of the mixing of liquid and food waste, will produce unpleasant odours. Not to mention that it will attract pests and unwanted creatures, as well as bring diseases and germs into your home.
Sorting and Separating Waste
This can be avoided by disposing of your trash properly in the first place. Sorting and separating garbage is essential for proper garbage disposal. In Australia, we frequently take it for granted to separate our waste into general waste, garden waste, and recycled waste.
However, we can do more to help the environment. It is a good idea to separate our garbage according to the material it is made of, as this determines whether or not it can be recycled. Metal, wood, glass, plastic, and general waste should be separated.
Sorting waste into its constituent materials will allow you to recycle waste more efficiently. Large and hazardous waste should be handled separately.
Avoid Putting Liquids in Your Garbage Can
Always be mindful and empty any liquid from cans or drink bottles before disposing of them. They are likely to spill everywhere during the disposal process, contaminating garbage that could have been recycled. It only complicates the process, not to mention adding a lot of weight to your bin, which adds to the burden.
Oil is the most difficult liquid to properly dispose of. They can clog and block your drainage if you pour them down the sink, and they can harm the environment if you pour them outside. The best way to dispose of oil is to freeze it in a sealed container and then place it with general waste to be collected by your local council on trash day.
Hire a Professional to Dispose of Your Waste
If you are unsure how to properly dispose of any household rubbish, waste, or junk and would like them to do so in an environmentally friendly manner, please contact Swan Valley Bin Hire. They have over a decade of industry experience and can handle any type of waste disposal. With them, you can rest easy knowing that we care about the environment!