The method of sorted waste collection by deep containers
About this good practice
Resources needed
The establishment of one deep waste sorting container placement requires EUR 10 000 – 15 000 per site. By saving money on transportation services the ZAAO can be invested in new containers and modernization.
Evidence of success
The usage of deep containers reduces resources for collecting waste and saves money for both, ZAAO and inhabitants by at least 5% compared to regular waste collection methods. In addition, the biowaste can be kept longer without smelling in deep containers, it doesn't freeze in winter and worm up in summer. Also, it’s easy to use these containers with an electronic detection of waste producer. Every year more and more placements of deep waste collection containers are being established.
Potential for learning or transfer
The method of sorted waste collection by deep containers presents modern and efficient solution for waste management and sorting in residential areas with large multi-story apartment buildings, which is beneficial for both – inhabitants and the waste management company. This practice can serves as a role model for other regions and municipalities for Latvia, and also internationally. For adapting this method the willingness of a local municipality, as well as the agreement among local inhabitants are reguired. Also, this should be easy to transfer this practice to other EU regions looking for modern and more environment friendly waste collection and sorting methods.