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Mandatory recycling in Abu Dhabi soon
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Wednesday, Nov 04, 2009
Gulf News
Abu Dhabi Recycling in the capital will soon become mandatory, the Centre of Waste Management (CWM) announced on Monday.
A comprehensive recycling scheme has been launched in which households in three residential areas have been provided with two boxes — green for recyclables and black for waste.
The sorted rubbish will then be collected by private companies contracted by the centre.
Incentives will also be given to residents to encourage recycling, while penalties may be imposed on those who do not take part.
To enable residents in flats to recycle, a new procedure for waste disposal will be announced shortly, as the dual-sort system is not practical for each flat in each building.
"We are launching an eco-friendly recycling scheme, the first of its kind in the region, to help make our city a greener place. Its success depends on the participation of each member of the public and our aim is to create awareness to ensure maximum cooperation," Majid Al Mansouri, head of CWM said.
Major threat
Meanwhile, the average per capita waste generated daily by residents in developed countries is roughly 1.54kg. Every day, about 1,500 tonnes of municipal waste and approximately 12,000 to 15,000 tonnes of construction waste end up in landfills, posing a major threat to the environment.
By Rayeesa Absal, Staff Reporter
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