Waste Management Systems

Definition

Waste management systems refer to the processes and infrastructure in place for collecting, treating, and disposing of waste materials. These systems aim to minimize the negative environmental impacts of waste while maximizing resource recovery.

Related terms

Recycling: The process of converting waste materials into reusable products.

Landfills: Sites where solid waste is buried underground.

Incineration: The controlled burning of waste materials to generate energy or reduce its volume.