Abstract
An excel-based model was developed to evaluate economic and environmental benefits of the solar-powered compaction garbage bins in public areas in Australia. Input data were collected from Brisbane and Wollongong City councils, and Sydney Olympic Park. The results demonstrate that solar-powered compaction garbage bins would provide environmental benefits in all scenarios. However, results of the economic analysis of the three studied areas varied significantly. The unique situation of Sydney Olympic Park made implementation in that facility particularly appealing. A lower monthly rental cost is needed for the implementation of this novel waste management practice.
Highlights
Municipal waste management techniques can vary widely between countries and between regions within countries
Input data provided by Brisbane City council, Wollongong City council, and Sydney Olympic Park
At the time of this study, Brisbane City council had 10 solar-powered compaction garbage bins on trial
Summary
Municipal waste management techniques can vary widely between countries and between regions within countries. In Australia, Canada and most of the US, collection by vehicle is the most commonly used form of waste transport. Waste is often managed by local councils or by private companies commissioned by councils [1,3,4]. Issues within waste management include collecting and dealing with household garbage, Sustainability 2010, 2 managing landfill and overseeing the legislative framework to protect human health and the environment. Driven by demand for better efficiency and environmental protection, waste management techniques in Australia have been significantly transformed in recent years. Major changes include the privatization of municipal solid waste management and the adaptation of new technologies such as bin on wheels and fully automated collection vehicles with compaction capacity
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