Waste Management Services has observed a rise in littering incidents, impacting the environment significantly. An urgent call to action is being issued to promote responsible waste disposal among individuals and communities.
Littering presents a serious environmental challenge, affecting wildlife, human health, and overall quality of life. The importance of reducing, reusing, and recycling cannot be overstated as these actions help minimize litter.
With Earth Day on April 22 approaching, the focus is on environmental stewardship. Simple actions like proper waste disposal at designated recycling hubs, using reusable products, and participating in clean-up efforts can make a significant difference in preserving natural resources for future generations.
The community is urged to educate themselves about the consequences of littering and actively participate in keeping the island clean. "By working together, we can create a cleaner, healthier, and more beautiful environment for all to enjoy."
Recycling facilities include 12 Communal Recycling Hubs alongside the Public Recycling Facility at Horse Point Landfill Site (HPLS). Recyclable waste can be disposed of at various locations across the island.
Each location features four color-coded bins for different types of waste: Red for glass; Grey for plastics; Blue for cans/tins; Brown for card/paper. Once collected, recyclable materials are processed accordingly. Baled aluminum drink cans are exported to South Africa while plastic and card bales are used within HPLS infrastructure.
There is an ongoing effort to secure funding for a glass crusher to produce construction aggregate from recycled glass.
Contamination of recyclable bins with household waste remains an issue. It is crucial that bins are used strictly according to their color-coding to prevent unprocessable waste ending up in landfills.
Certain types of waste should not be disposed of in domestic or commercial black bins. These include garden waste, construction debris, electrical appliances, scrap metal, vehicle batteries, motor oil lubricants paints solvents agricultural chemicals which must be properly disposed at HPLS available 24/7 with guidance offered Monday through Friday during business hours.
Residents allocated black 240L domestic bins should use them appropriately instead of communal skips designed for areas inaccessible by refuse collection vehicles. No additional black bins are currently available though residents may source them privately if needed.
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