Abstract
Since prevention is preferred over cure of a problem, this statement can be considered compatible with waste management initiatives. Considering a variety of benefits that waste generation prevention assures over waste treatment, waste source reduction and waste minimization can be regarded as a more appropriate and safer strategy for sustainable waste minimization. This chapter defines source reduction and waste minimization and then classifies the commonly produced hazardous waste materials which should be minimized. It also explores some widely used waste minimization strategies such as 3R approach, solid and liquid waste management, and integrated waste management strategies to elaborate the current extent of initiatives adopted to minimize this issue. Then it discusses the major co-benefits of waste minimization strategies that can be brought about in multiple sectors. This chapter will provide an overview to the readers in terms of the basic source-level waste minimization initiatives.
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