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Household hazardous waste management: a review
Vassilis J Inglezakis1, Konstantinos Moustakas2
1Nazarbayev University, School of Engineering, Chemical Engineering Department, 53 Kabanbay batyr ave., Astana, Kazakhstan.
Journal of Environmental Management
|December 22, 2014
Summary
Managing household hazardous waste (HHW) is challenging due to unclear definitions and lack of specific regulations. This review highlights the need for better HHW management to prevent environmental impacts on other waste streams.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Waste Management Science
Background:
- Household hazardous waste (HHW) management systems and legislation are complex and vary globally.
- Quantitative and qualitative data on HHW generation, collection, and costs are often insufficient.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review existing HHW management systems and legislation.
- To identify challenges in HHW definition, segregation, and data collection.
- To address the gap in literature regarding HHW management.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive review of European Union legislation and international management schemes.
- Analysis of quantitative data on HHW generation, collection, and costs.
- Qualitative assessment of HHW sources and types.
Main Results:
- Legislation lacks a clear definition for HHW and specific acts for its management.
- Absence of mandatory HHW segregation complicates accurate quantification.
- HHW generation amounts are often underestimated in waste statistics.
Conclusions:
- There is a critical need for standardized terminology and specific regulations for HHW management.
- Improved HHW management is essential to prevent negative impacts on other waste streams and the environment.
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