Houston has some policies on disposing of waste that can be a potential danger to the environment and the people residing in it. Here are some helpful tips that can help the citizens of Houston become more aware of waste disposal.Some Suggestions From The City
The Houston website suggests that Houstonians should:
- Read labels carefully before and after you buy a product in order to use and dispose of it properly.
- Contact the manufacturer of the product if there are no directions on disposal.
- If there are any problems, contact the City of Houston Hazardous Waste Information Line.
How To Dispose Of Some Common Household Waste (As recommended by Houston)
Such as...
- Batteries
Recycle! Recharable and lead acid batteries can be reused.
Alkaline batteries, however, are the only ones that can be placed in trash.
- Anti-freeze
Use the anti-freeze if it is still in good condition.
It can be disposed by pouring it into your toilet.
You can also take it to Houston's Consumer Recycling Center.
- Lawn/Garden chemicals
Dry fertilizer can be thrown away as long as it does not contain pesticides.
Pesticides not being used should be stored safely until picked up by Waste Management.
- Paint
Recycle laytex paint if possible. Give it away to someone who can use it.
Once solid, laytex paint can be thrown in the trash.
Oil based paint must be used until it is all gone. The city recommends painting on cardboard boxes until it is used up.
- Oil
Recycle as much used oil as you can. Use the Consumer Recycling Center, Houston Curbside Recycling, or give the oil to an oil changing center in your area.
There are more suggestions about recycling and disposing of hazardous waste on the city's website at http://www.houstontx.gov/solidwaste/
Source:
"Solid Waste Management Department." City of Houston. 29 Apr. 2007
*Note: This is a project for my Environmental Science class. HI MR. LANG!!! =)
