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SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT: Step 2 (cont): Waste Generation and Classification Study
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Tuesday, April 8, 2008. Step 2 (cont): Waste Generation and Classification Study. Trash bags, safety equipment (mask, gloves and goggles), balance, large barrel, plastic sheet for waste classification. Choose a sample size of households that is representative of the community (for a community of 250 houses, 30 houses); If there a specific sites that generate large amounts of waste (markets, stores, businesses, etc.) conduct separate waste studies. Weigh the collected samples to measure the total mass of ...
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SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT: STEP 3 (cont): Reuse and Recycling Alternatives
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Friday, April 4, 2008. STEP 3 (cont): Reuse and Recycling Alternatives. The Life Cycle of Recyclable Material in Perú:. Financial aspects (is a recycling program economically feasible? See the market study below. Organizational aspects (who will be in charge of the program? Where are the targeted sources? How long will the program operate? Educational aspects (how will you encourage participation? See STEP 4: Educational Outreach for some tips. Who will buy the recyclable material? If so, what would be t...
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SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT: Step 3 (cont): Transport of Solid Waste
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Tuesday, April 8, 2008. Step 3 (cont): Transport of Solid Waste. Transport Options for Solid Waste. When determining which method is most appropriate for the community, be sure to factor in maintenance costs, road conditions and availability. It is better to opt for the simplest method feasible for the production level of solid waste and the size and road conditions of the community. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). Solid Waste Management Resources. GUÍA PARA EL MANEJO DE RESIDUOS SÓLIDOS. PC Perú Lib...
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SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT: Step 4: Educational Outreach
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Thursday, April 3, 2008. Step 4: Educational Outreach. Defining an Educational Strategy:. Identify the problem of interest, causes, impacts on the community and feasible solutions). Neighbors dispose of waste behind their homes, in rivers, common spaces. Lack of environmental consciousness. There is no waste management system in the community. Increased prevalence of diarrheal and respiratory diseases. Pollution of local watersheds, fields, etc. Municipal authorities (mayor, gobernadores, chiefs of perso...
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SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT: Step 1: Forming a Planning Team
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Tuesday, April 8, 2008. Step 1: Forming a Planning Team. The planning and development of the waste diagnostic is a great way to involve the community in the first hands on activity of a waste management plan. It is important to first identify all the key stakeholders and community leaders that would want to be part of the planning process:. Local Universities or Technical Schools. Primary and Secondary Schools. Church Parish/ Church Group. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). PC Perú Library: (CD) El Proy...
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SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT: APPENDIX G: Reuse of Organic Waste to Produce Organic Fertilizers
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Thursday, April 3, 2008. APPENDIX G: Reuse of Organic Waste to Produce Organic Fertilizers. Compost is an organic fertilizer produced through the decomposition of animal and vegetable and plant wastes. Depending on the local climate, compost can be produced in 2-5 months. How is compost used? Compost should be mixed with moist soil before planting. How do I know if compost is right for me? It is an organic fertilizer that does not pollute soils, water, air or the products produced by the plants. The incl...
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SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT: Step 3 (cont): Type and Level of Service Desired
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Tuesday, April 8, 2008. Step 3 (cont): Type and Level of Service Desired. Type of Service Desired:. Can be any sector that produces waste or a combination of several sectors. Be sure to prioritize services based on waste generation and feasibility:. Level of Service: Coverage of Collection. Level of Service: Frequency of Collection. Use the information gathered during the waste diagnostic to determine an optimal waste collection schedule. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). PC Perú Library: Ciudades Salu...
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SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT: STEP 3 (cont): Financial Management of Waste Projects
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Friday, April 4, 2008. STEP 3 (cont): Financial Management of Waste Projects. With respect to tracking expenses, be sure to keep a detailed accounting spreadsheet to both calculate cost projections and record actual costs. Here's an example of an annual budget for a small scale recycling project (in San Jose, El Carmen in Ica). Note that all items are tracked, including donations. Also be sure to account for materials that need to be bought on a regular basis (lime for composting, masks, etc). PC Perú Li...
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SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT: Step 2: Waste Diagnostic
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Tuesday, April 8, 2008. Step 2: Waste Diagnostic. Duration: 1 – 4 months. Generation and composition of waste in the community. Storage and disposal habits of community members. Attitudes of community members towards waste and waste disposal in the community. Attitudes of health and municipal authorities towards waste and waste disposal in the community. There are four basic components of a complete waste diagnostic:. Municipal and Health Center Surveys. Waste Generation and Classification Study. PC Perú...
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SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT: Step 3: Planning the Solid Waste Management System
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Tuesday, April 8, 2008. Step 3: Planning the Solid Waste Management System. Now that you have completed a waste diagnostic and presented it to the community, you must analyze the current waste management situation to determine a desired level of service and objectives to be reached. Here are some questions to get you started:. Is there a current collection system? What are its strengths/weaknesses? Are there stigmas or gender differences with regard to the handling of waste? Community and Private (formal...
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