When you’ve got that bottle of old chemicals or some water-soluble waste, it can be tempting to pour it into the sink to dispose of it. However, some products are hazardous to pour down the drain. From damaging your pipes to large-scale environmental effects, learn why you need to think twice before pouring something into your wastewater system, regardless of whether you’re connected to the sewer or use a septic system. [Read more…]
Why are Certain Household Products Not Allowed in the Trash?
It can be frustrating when you realize a product taking up space at home can’t be thrown in the trash. But what’s the reasoning behind them? Many products disposal are regulated by federal and state laws to keep our environment and the health of our communities safe, while others cause damage and risk the lives of personnel that make trash disposal possible. Learn about why certain household products are not allowed in the trash. [Read more…]
The Environmental Impact of Improper Hazardous Waste Disposal
Hazardous waste is difficult to dispose of by design. These products, often dangerous to people and the environment, are regulated to keep us safe. Part of that regulation means most of these products, from big business hazardous waste to hazardous household products, cannot be thrown in the trash or down the drain, instead having to go to special facilities for disposal. Today we’re going to look at why and understand some of the environmental effects of improper hazardous waste disposal. [Read more…]
