Medical waste is more than just rubbish. It includes anything generated in hospitals, clinics, laboratories, or nursing homes that could be infectious, toxic, or hazardous. Around 85% of healthcare waste is similar to normal household waste, while the remaining 15% is dangerous and requires careful...
Construction and demolition (C&D) waste is one of the fastest-growing streams of solid waste globally, and South Africa is no exception. With an estimated 10.8 million tonnes of C&D waste reaching disposal sites each year, the environmental and economic implications are significant. Efficient recycling and...
In today’s world, the safe and effective management of hazardous waste is vital for protecting public health, preserving the environment, and ensuring compliance with stringent regulations. Hazardous waste includes materials that can be toxic, flammable, corrosive or reactive, posing significant risks if mishandled. Businesses across...
Plastic pollution has emerged as one of the most pressing environmental issues in Gauteng, South Africa's economic hub. With the province accounting for nearly a quarter of the country’s total population and acting as the centre of industry, commerce, and urban development, the scale of...
Healthcare facilities save lives daily, but they also generate significant amounts of hazardous waste. In South Africa, poor segregation and disposal practices in many public hospitals have increased the risks posed by healthcare risk waste (HCRW). From infectious waste and cytotoxic residues to pharmaceutical products...
The efficient management of medical waste is one of the most critical aspects of healthcare operations, and medical waste companies play a central role in ensuring that hazardous materials are collected, transported, and disposed of safely. With rising volumes of biomedical waste from hospitals, clinics,...
Healthcare saves lives every day, but it also produces a substantial amount of waste that, if handled incorrectly, can cause significant harm to people and the environment. Hazardous waste from hospitals, laboratories and clinics includes infectious materials, toxic chemicals, pharmaceuticals and electronic components that require...
Hazardous waste disposal is vital for protecting public health, the environment, and legal compliance. Medical waste companies play a big role here, managing dangerous materials like infectious waste, sharps, and pharmaceuticals that require careful handling every step of the way. In South Africa, strong legislation...
Medical waste companies are at the forefront of protecting communities and ecosystems from the dangers of hazardous healthcare waste. Hospitals, laboratories, and clinics generate vast amounts of materials that, if mismanaged, can spread infections, contaminate soil and water, and release toxic substances into the air....
The escalating waste crisis requires innovative approaches that balance environmental sustainability with practical waste management solutions. Eco-friendly waste treatment methods not only minimise the environmental footprint of human activities but also create opportunities for renewable energy generation, resource recovery, and improved soil health. South Africa...
