Paper 3 Flashcards
1
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Waste generation
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Waste Generation: UK produces 225 million tonnes annually, led by construction at 140 million tonnes.
2
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Food waste
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Each person throws away 15-20% of food, costing £800/year, with 1 in 6 meals wasted in hospitality.
3
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waste disposal methods
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Landfill (45%), incineration, recycling (<50% of EU target), anaerobic digestion, and composting.
4
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Recycling rates
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Wales leads at 62.7%, England at 45.2%, but rates are slowing due to lack of understanding and infrastructure
5
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Challenges and solution
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Inconsistent labeling and lack of investment hinder recycling efforts. Government aims for 65% recycling by 2035.
