Reduce pollution, save resources, build beautiful homes together - garbage sorting makes the environment better
With the acceleration of urbanization, the amount of domestic waste generated in China is increasing year by year. According to statistics, urban domestic waste nationwide exceeds 200 million tons annually and grows at a rate of 8%-10% per year. Unsorted waste not only occupies large amounts of land but also pollutes soil, water sources, and air, endangering human health. Garbage sorting has become a key measure to solve the "garbage siege" problem.
Garbage sorting can effectively reduce pollution from hazardous waste to the environment, especially waste batteries, light bulbs containing heavy metals, preventing them from entering soil and water bodies.
Recycling 1 ton of waste paper can produce 800kg of good paper, equivalent to saving 17 trees. Garbage sorting enables resource recycling.
Sorted garbage is easier to process, recyclables create economic value, kitchen waste can be converted into organic fertilizer, significantly reducing garbage processing costs.
Domestic waste is usually divided into four categories. Mastering correct sorting methods is the first step to practicing environmental protection:
Recyclable household waste
Direct or potential harm to human health or natural environment
Perishable household waste
Other household waste not in the above categories
Set up different bins at home for preliminary sorting
Place sorted garbage into corresponding colored bins in the community
Different categories transported by specialized vehicles to processing centers
Recyclables reused, kitchen waste composted, hazardous waste specially treated
Start today, start with every family! Garbage sorting is not only an environmental action but also a social responsibility. Let's practice a green lifestyle together and leave a better home for future generations.
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