Electronic waste (e-waste) is the fastest-growing waste stream globally, and South Africa is no exception. As technology evolves rapidly, old devices pile up in our offices, homes, and landfills, creating serious environmental and health hazards. For any waste company, understanding how to handle e-waste safely...
Effective medical disposal waste management is essential for patient safety, public health, and environmental protection. The World Health Organisation’s (WHO) global guidance sets a robust standard, and national regulations often build on it—yet significant gaps remain. In this comprehensive review, we compare WHO recommendations with...
In today’s evolving waste management landscape, waste companies face mounting pressures: escalating fuel prices, environmental regulations, sustainability targets, and operational efficiency demands. Optimising fleet management is now more critical than ever. Optimised Route Planning: Smarter, Greener CollectionsAt the heart of efficient operations, route optimisation algorithms power...
The healthcare sector is a significant contributor to global waste, with hospitals generating substantial amounts of medical disposal waste annually. In South Africa, healthcare facilities produce approximately 1 to 3 kilograms of waste per patient per day. A considerable portion of this waste is classified...
As South Africa accelerates its shift to a circular economy under the National Waste Management Strategy 2020, it’s vital that waste disposal companies embrace landfill designs that not only contain waste but regenerate ecosystems and benefit communities. With approximately 90 % of municipal solid waste still...
In an era when healthcare systems are under increasing pressure, medical waste management must be efficient, safe, and sustainable. For every medical waste company, ensuring seamless operations helps safeguard public health, enhance environmental protection, and comply with regulations. Route Optimisation: Smarter, Faster, GreenerEfficient route planning is...
Waste management is something we all deal with, whether at home, work, or in our communities. But have you ever wondered how waste management companies actually work behind the scenes to keep our environment clean and safe? Let’s break it down in simple terms, with...
In many South African townships, organic waste is abundant yet overlooked. Food scraps, garden trimmings, and even sewage sludge are often discarded in ways that harm public health and the environment. But these materials hold significant untapped value. When processed efficiently, they can be transformed...
Effective medical disposal waste management is an essential responsibility of every medical facility. With approximately 15% of healthcare waste classified as hazardous, proper segregation not only safeguards human health and the environment but also ensures regulatory compliance and cost efficiency. In South Africa, clinicians and...
In the healthcare sector, managing pharmaceutical waste safely is not only a legal obligation but also a vital responsibility towards public health and environmental protection. A medical waste company is at the frontline of this effort, tasked with the proper segregation, treatment, and disposal of...
