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Brazilian study suggests better ways of managing MSW

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The national composition of MSW is 50% organic matter, 35% recyclables and 15% landfill refuse. On the other hand, there are many innovations, such as strong participation by recycling collector co-ops, two material recovery facilities to separate recyclables, organic waste composting units, and power co-generation from landfill methane.”

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Global e-waste has risen 21% in five years, says UN

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per cent of 2019’s e-waste was collected and recycled. According to the report, Asia generated the greatest volume of e-waste in 2019, some 24.9 Other key findings from the Global E-waste Monitor 2020: Proper e-waste management can help mitigate global warming. per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions.

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