As reported by MLive in their article, “Genesee County May Extend Contract for ‘Excellent’ Household Hazardous Waste Contractor,” residents may continue benefiting from a household hazardous waste collection program in 2025. The Genesee County Board of Commissioners is expected to review an extension of its contract with ERG Environmental Services on March 5, with a…
As explained by the EPA in their article, “Learn the Basics of Hazardous Waste,” hazardous waste refers to any waste with properties that can harm human health or the environment. It originates from various sources, including industrial processes, batteries, chemicals, and manufacturing waste, and can exist in liquid, solid, gas, or sludge form. The EPA…
As outlined by SafetyCulture in their article, “The Hierarchy of Waste Management,” an effective waste management system prioritizes environmentally responsible waste handling methods to minimize environmental impact and maximize resource efficiency. This hierarchy ranks waste management strategies from most to least sustainable: Click here to learn more about ERG Environmental’s services or here to read…
As reported by SafetyCulture in their article, “What Is a Waste Management System?”, an effective waste management system helps businesses and organizations reduce, reuse, and dispose of waste responsibly. This structured approach not only ensures regulatory compliance but also promotes sustainability, cost efficiency, and operational effectiveness. Types of Waste & Proper Management Waste is categorized…
As reported by Recycling Magazine in their article, “Reducing Carbon Emissions from Waste Disposal”, incineration plays a crucial role in waste management, reducing landfill waste while generating energy. However, the carbon dioxide emissions from burning waste contribute significantly to greenhouse gases and climate change. Innovative Carbon Capture: Calcium Looping One emerging solution is calcium looping,…
As reported by UNEP in their article, “Eight Ways to Overcome the Waste Pollution Crisis”, the world generates over 2.1 billion tonnes of solid waste annually, much of which is mismanaged, polluting ecosystems, and harming public health. To address this crisis, governments, businesses, and individuals must commit to waste reduction strategies and embrace a zero-waste…
As reported by Texas Woman’s University (TWU) in their article, “Hazardous/Regulated Waste”, hazardous waste disposal is strictly regulated under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), ensuring proper “cradle-to-grave” management of hazardous materials. Enforced by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and delegated to state agencies like the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), these…
As reported by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in their article “Explainer: What is Waste Trafficking?”, waste trafficking refers to the illegal trade of waste, a multi-billion-dollar crime that poses significant risks to human health, ecosystems, and global economic stability. Despite its environmental impact, waste trafficking is challenging to detect and…
As reported by the University of North Dakota’s Office of Safety in their article “Centrally Funded Hazardous Waste Disposal!”, the university has implemented a centralized funding solution for managing solid, hazardous, and chemical waste. This initiative, authorized by the Office of the Vice President for Finance and Operations (VPFO), aims to address past challenges, such…
As reported by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) in collaboration with the International Solid Waste Association (ISWA) in their publication “Global Waste Management Outlook 2024,” municipal waste generation is expected to increase dramatically from 2.1 billion tonnes in 2023 to 3.8 billion tonnes by 2050. The report emphasizes that without significant intervention, the global…
