Zero Waste System And 3 R Concept.pdf
- 1. ENIVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING - II UET PESHAWAR Presented By: Syed Shahkar Shah Topic : Zero Waste System & 3R Concept
- 2. Content Zero Waste System Introduction Definition Why we adapt zero waste approach. Importance Principle Three R,s concept
- 3. Zero waste System Introduction: Zero waste system is a system founded by Paul parmer in okland. Have you heard zero waste system lately? It is trending search then , just like other sustainaibilty concepts such as the circular economy and ethical or sustainaible fashion.The term implies a complete absence of waste.However is it possible for humans to produce 100% zero waste? Probably not. But zero waste philosopy has gained acceptance from governments and individuals globally.
- 4. Def : The conservation of all resources by means of responsible production, consumption, reuse, and recovery of products,packaging, and materials without burning and with no discharges to land, water, or air that threaten the environment or human health.
- 5. WHY WE ADAPT A ZERO WASTE APPROACH? Zero waste conserves resources and minimizes pollution. Once they are used, the goods are simply dumped in a landfill or destroyed in an incinerator .In contrast, a zero waste approach conserves natural resources and reduces pollution from extraction ,manufacturing and disposal.
- 6. APPROACH OF ZERO WASTE TOWARDS BUILDING CONSTRUCTION: Construction is one of the key parameter for social and economic growth for any nation, but it is also named as one of the major waste generating process. however,it has sufficient to reduce any waste generation . Advance planning and monitoring start from the project till the end of construction can reduce waste generation upto a large extent and this is “ZERO WASTE” which is one of the most visionary approach to overcome this problem. Zero waste approach is correlated for building construction work to asses the practical application on a design and process through out the life cycle.
- 7. Principles: Reducing the amount of material required for building and the amount of waste generated. Management of demolition waste. Material specification i.e use of recycled material Provision of recycling space/facilities.
- 9. Importance of zero waste system Reduces our climate impact. Conserve resources Minmize pollution Support local circular economy. Promotes social equity and build community.
- 10. 3R,s concept: The principle of reducing wastes , reusing and recycling resources and products is called 3r,s . It consists of 1)REDUCE 2)REUSE 3)RECYCLE The three R,s help to cut down the amount of wastes we throw away , they conserves natural resources ,landfill space and energy.
- 11. 1)REDUCE: Reduce means to cut back on the amount of trash we generate Buying products with less packaging. Did you know that 30% of the waste in our landfills comes from product packaging? When shopping for items choose the ones in just one bog or bag as opposed to those that are double and triple packaged. Buying products in bulk. By buying more of the same item all at once you reduce the overall amount of packaging you will encounter.Try to stay away from disposable goods. In particular, paper plates, cups, and plastic utensils. Buy durable goods. Especially when making a big purchase look into the history and reviews of the item you are buying. By buying something that will last you help to make sure wastes will stay out of landfills for longer.
- 13. Reuse: Reuse means to find new ways to use things that otherwise would have been thrown out.. Don’t automatically throw away items that are broken, several can be reused and turned into great new things! Use sealable containers rather than plastic wrap. Invest in some reusable shopping bags or bring old plastic ones with you to the store. Look into upcycling ideas for common household items, many have alternate uses you may never have thought about.
- 15. Recycle: Recycle means to turn something old and useless(like plastic milk jugs) into something new and useful (like picnic benches , playground equipment and recycling bins) Check with your municipal garbage company to see if they have a recycling option as well. This can help make recycling even easier. Check with local recycling facilities to see what items they accept. Start an office recycling program.