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Wasteman, an Averda company, recently opened its new Vlakfontein landfill site which will make a significant contribution to the management of hazardous waste emanating from mining and industrial activity in the greater Gauteng region.
said Jan Labuschagne, Wasteman’s Managing Director. “The Vlakfontein landfill site will alleviate the shortage of fully compliant disposal facilities for hazardous waste in South Africa.”
Specialist solution Labuschagne says hazardous waste needs to be approached comprehensively. “Wasteman and Averda SA practice total waste management,” he says. “Waste streams that can be diverted from the landfill for recycling (or recovery) are subject to our strict processes; any non-recyclable or hazardous portions of these streams, following suitable screening, can be disposed of at the Vlakfontein site. The company is in the process of implementing environmental programmes in the area, including the development of vegetation and introduction of wildlife – as well as investment into the local community through education and recycling programmes.