Householders must take care with organic waste fumes
August 4, 2008 9:30 am -
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A study in the Netherlands and an article in the New Scientist both warn that organic-only bins produce significantly more gases from decomposing waste than mixed-content bins. People storing their organic kitchen waste - such as banana skins, apple cores and potato leftovers - in badly ventilated kitchens could be damaged by breathing the resulting fumes, or find existing respiratory conditions such as asthma get worse. Studies found levels of beta-glucans in the mould found on organic waste in kitchens, which can cause lung and throat inflammation.
New composting facility in Devon
July 28, 2008 11:03 am -
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A fifth facility in the UK for dealing with in-vessel composting has been built in Devon and offers a drive-through system for vans to dump rubbish at one end and collect at the other. A roof provides a closed-in composting area for fast decomposition, and the compost is planned for use in a big landfill restoration effort.
Council distributes free garden waste bins
July 23, 2008 10:30 am -
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This year, everyone in West Berkshire will be delivered free garden waste bins in an attempt to encourage recycling. Those with no space for bins or no garden can phone for the bins to be removed again, but otherwise everyone will be given a bin. A leaflet will accompany this freebie, with information on what people can recycle and how the project can help the environment.
World Environment Day 2008
June 30, 2008 9:00 am -
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This year World Environment Day was hosted by New Zealand, and the focus was “Kick the CO2 Habit”. The message was to reduce CO2 usage and therefore help with cutting down global warming contributions. It is hoped that individual households will analyse their needs for driving and other carbon-producing activities, and use the day as reminder to do what we can for the environment.
Home organic waste composting finds support
June 23, 2008 9:00 am -
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Hambleton district council has started a campaign to encourage both the public and businesses to set up composting systems for recycling organic waste. By offering compost bins at reduced prices, and working with WRAP (Waste Resources and Action Programme), the council hopes to encourage people to significantly reduce the amount of rubbish they are throwing away.
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