A step-by-step guide
In an ideal world there would be no waste, but in real life it's not always possible to avoid it. When it can't be avoided there are options you can explore first before disposal is considered. This hierarchy of waste management shows the different options you can consider.
Waste avoidance
Waste should be avoided in the first place. For example, only use essential packaging, and communicate electronically to save paper
Waste minimisation
If waste production is unavoidable, the quantities should be minimised. Essential packing, for example, should be designed to minimise the materials used
Waste recovery, recycling and reuse
Recovery, recycling and reuse should be maximised. You could set up a scheme, for example, to recover waste packaging for reuse or to collect office waste paper and sell them to paper recyclers
Bulk waste reduction
To facilitate waste recycling, the volume of recyclables (eg plastic bottles and aluminium cans) should be reduced at the source to enhance transport efficiency
Waste disposal
Before final waste disposal, bulk waste reduction is also encouraged to minimise the transport fees and the impact on limited landfill space
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