Question

What does waste management mean? How can you help in reducing the problem of waste disposal? Give any two methods

Answer 1

Waste management means the collection, transportation, processing or disposal, managing, and monitoring of waste materials to minimize its consequences on humans and the environment.

1. By separating biodegradable substances from non-biodegradable substances. Produce compost and biogas from biodegradable waste. [1 mark]

2. By reducing, reusing, and recycling non-biodegradable substances. Reduce the volume of waste by burning it in the incinerator. [1 mark]