Managing waste pollution

The information on this page are representative of the key technologies available and sits within the context of the waste hierarchy. However, they are not exhaustive and new technologies are constantly improving and a thorough review of other sources should also be undertaken before choosing a technology.

Quick facts

Over 90%

of plastics and metals in mobile phones and batteries can be reused in new products.

Caution

should be taken with biological plastics as they often require commercial composting with high temperatures and the right humidity—in landfill, some can take as long as conventional plastics to break down.

Stormwater drain

pollutant traps can be fitted with filters fine enough to prevent even microplastics from moving through the environment.