Urbanisation-Urban Waste Flashcards
1
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What is municipal solid waste (MSW)
A
MSW is known as commonly in the UK as rubbish, most definitions don’t include industrial, agricultural, medical, radioactive or sewage waste.
2
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What are waste streams
A
The complete flow of waste from its domestic, commercial or industrial source, through to recovery or disposal
3
Q
What is ecological footprint
A
The area of land needed to provide the necessary resources and absorb the wastes generated by a community.
4
Q
What is sustainability
A
Meeting the needs of today without messing up the future
5
Q
What is meant by the concept of liveability
A
Urban ideal of collectively improving everyone’s quality of life, can be achieved by the careful planning and management.
