Category Environmental Sustainability

Solid waste management principles are essential to efficiently manage waste and minimize its environmental impact. These principles guide waste management strategies at every level, from collection to disposal. Below are the core principles of solid waste management:

Solid waste management principles

1. The Waste Hierarchy (3Rs: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) 2. Polluter Pays Principle (PPP) 3. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) 4. Integrated Solid Waste Management (ISWM) 5. Sustainable Material Management (SMM) 6. Precautionary Principle 7. Life-Cycle Assessment (LCA) 8. Circular Economy Principle…