A study conducted by a group of scientists has revealed that there are serious health implications for residents living close to waste disposal sites. The team, led by University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) vice-chancellor Rob Slotow, found that those...
COVID19 arrived in a world that was already battling plastic pollution and reckless dumping of waste. The UN declared ‘plastic pollution’ a global crisis two years ago which brings an added element towards safely and responsibly when dealing with...
Infrastructure News Round Up brings you all the latest news making headlines in infrastructure, water and sanitation and waste management, in just 90 seconds. This week we look at: COVID-19 peak may put a strain on water availabilityUnused PPE...
Far more than mere dumps, modern landfills are sophisticated facilities integrated into the very landscape itself. Therefore, they must comply with rigorous waste assessment and management regulations designed to ensure the safety of both the...