Material Flow Analysis for a Sustainable Waste Management System in a Hypermarket

Agamuthu, P.; Hong, Wei-Han; Fauziah, Shahul Hamid

doi:10.1007/978-981-10-7290-1_81

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“… Waste collection rates (%) in Asian cities ( Agamuthu et al, 2020 ; Modak et al, 2017 ; UNEP, 2019 ). …”

Section: Challenges In Waste Managementmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The vision of academic research does not always contribute to industrial or applied activities but new and innovative research is changing waste materials’ perception, utilization and management policies. In Malaysia, compost production was reported on rural/sub-urban MSW ( Blaise and Agamuthu, 2004 ), and compost derived from agricultural waste has been used as a low-cost cover on closed landfills in tropical conditions to reduce methane emissions ( Agamuthu et al, 2020 ).…”

Section: Drivers Towards the Success Of Waste Management Changesmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Waste management developments in the last five decades: Asian perspective

Agamuthu,

Babel

2023

Waste Manag Res

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Solid waste management was explored in Asia’s last five decades, and the issues and challenges were identified. Waste generation has increased in all nations in the previous 50 years, although more recently, a declining trend has been observed in Japan and Korea. The composition has been predominantly organic, with 45–50% being kitchen waste. Material extraction and productivity to sustain the most populous part of the globe are explained. Waste management technologies have evolved, with more nations slowly transitioning from landfills to using waste-to-energy options. However, landfilling and open dumps are still the major disposal choice in most developing countries in Asia. Thus, the issues of concern include dumpsites management, the informal sector, waste collection, open burning and food waste. Changes (increasing trends) in the recycling technologies and quantum are evident, as seen in several country reports from India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand and Vietnam. There are several issues and challenges for recycling, which are explored in the text. Lastly, the drivers that propel the whole scenario of waste management in Asia and the evolution of these drivers over time are discussed. Several recommendations are included to achieve sustainable waste management in Asia.

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“… Waste collection rates (%) in Asian cities ( Agamuthu et al, 2020 ; Modak et al, 2017 ; UNEP, 2019 ). …”

Section: Challenges In Waste Managementmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Drivers Towards the Success Of Waste Management Changesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Waste management developments in the last five decades: Asian perspective

Agamuthu,

Babel

2023

Waste Manag Res

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“…The chemistry and biology of the soil ecosystem may change due to different pollutants getting mixed with the soil. The soil samples near the HCW incinerator and dumping sites were found to have very high concentrations of heavy metals like Fe, Cu, Zn, Cr, Cd, Pb, and Ni [37][38][39][40]. Soils at these sites showed high pH, TDS, and EC regime in comparison to control sites resulting in deteriorating soil quality and a decrease in vegetation [41].…”

Section: Impact Of Biomedical Waste On Soilmentioning

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Nonbiodegradable Hospital Waste Burden and Implications

Khobragade¹

2022

The Toxicity of Environmental Pollutants

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Hospitals and other healthcare facilities are very essential for the cure and care of persons suffering from health issues and also to promote health in society. As the health care services are improving and increasing their reach even in underdeveloped countries, so is the problem of health care waste (HCW) as hospitals generate a relatively huge amount of HCW, which consists of general as well as hazardous waste. The persons handling HCW are at immediate risk, followed by persons residing near HCW dumping/processing areas and the general public. Infectious HCW is a major threat to the health of humans and animals as it has the potential to spread various infectious diseases to the human and animal population. Due to the uncontrolled use of disposable nonbiodegradable materials by healthcare systems and their processing or lack of it, the HCW has emerged as one of the major sources of environmental pollution including the emission of the significant amount of greenhouse gases, which stands from 3 to 10% of total emissions of nations. HCW also leads to leaching chemicals, heavy metals like Pb, Cd, Cr, radioactive substances, and even generating carcinogens like dioxin in the environment contaminating air, soil, and water in general and especially in areas surrounding HCW dumping or processing affecting health and quality of life of not only of humans but cohabiting flora and fauna in those areas. Thus, the HCW is becoming one of the major sources of environmental pollution and collectively contributing to the problem of global warming. The HCW needs to be given the desired attention and priority in actions and policy. The chapter focuses on sources, types, and various environmental and health hazards related to HCW, its global environmental impact and management strategies for minimum effects with an eco-friendly and sustainable approach.

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“…99.5 percent of the respondents have attended formal education, which could contribute to their high and moderate knowledge level. According to Jafer (2020), formal education is a key factor in imparting knowledge and awareness of growing environmental concerns, which is a great opportunity for widespread promotion of the campaign and eventually improving sustainable waste management practices (Agamuthu and Fauziah, 2019). A clear example is respondents in Kota Kinabalu were found to be aware of the waste separation legislation and willing to participate even though it is yet to be implemented in Sabah at the time of writing (Yap et al, 2020).…”

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Waste Management Practices and Government-Led Initiatives: Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice (Kap) Level in a Non-Urban Area

BADRUM,

MAPA

2021

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Malaysians are generally knowledgeable and aware of waste but have not transformed this into favorable attitudes and behaviors toward sustainable waste management practices. Regulations, economic incentives and education are just a few of the tools available to policymakers to influence behavior, particularly in non-urban areas. An assessment of the knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) were conducted in Penampang, Sabah. A total of 401 individuals from several villages participated and responded to the KAP questionnaire. The KAP variables were assigned with scores to determine the level (weak, low, moderate and high). Pearson's correlation coefficient was employed to determine the association between knowledge, attitude and practice. Most respondents were found to have high knowledge and attitude levels but lack in practice. Knowledge and attitude were found to be significantly correlated (r = .406, p = .000). Significant negative correlation was found between knowledge and practice (r = -.139, p = .005) and attitude and practice (r = -.284, p = 000). Appropriate intervention initiatives must be enforced soon to teach environmentally friendly behaviors’ so that Malaysians can keep up with the challenges of a developed country.

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Material Flow Analysis for a Sustainable Waste Management System in a Hypermarket

Cited by 5 publications

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Waste management developments in the last five decades: Asian perspective

Waste management developments in the last five decades: Asian perspective

Nonbiodegradable Hospital Waste Burden and Implications

Waste Management Practices and Government-Led Initiatives: Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice (Kap) Level in a Non-Urban Area

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