State regulations, which comply with the state laws and federal standards from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), are mainly administered by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP). These may cover the disposal of all types of waste other than special waste, including municipal solid waste, hazardous waste, construction and demolition debris, biomedical waste and […]
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Unveiling Hidden Gems: 10 Surprising Recyclables You Never Knew Existed
Recycling is an essential pillar in the fight against pollution and waste of natural resources in Florida. However, many everyday items that could be recycled often go unnoticed. In this article, we’ll explore ten of these little-known recyclable items that could help reduce our ecological footprint and send less junk to the local landfills. Old […]
Junk Disposal Questions in Orlando
Sustainability around Orlando, FL Sustainability in the Orlando, FL area is a growing focus as the region recognizes the importance of balancing economic growth with environmental stewardship. Here are five key areas where sustainability initiatives are taking place in and around Orlando: Renewable Energy: Orlando is making strides towards increasing the use of renewable energy […]
Landfill Management In Florida
Florida is one of the biggest contributors to the nation’s landfills. It produces more than 15 million tons of waste every year, most of which are buried in commercial landfills. While the high population of the state of Florida contributes to this situation, the major cause is the consumerism that most people in the state […]
Waste management in Florida
Admittedly, the Single European Act offers a comprehensive and explicit policy of environment, but it is essentially the Maastricht Treaty that gives new perspective in this area by integrating new measures and whose Community field of action is therefore based on “promoting a sustainable growth ” environmentally conscious. Then, this strategy will be continued and […]