Could waste disposal units solve the food waste problem?
According to In-Sink-Erator UK a cost effective, simple way to increase household recycling rates and reduce the amount of municipal waste going to landfill, is the food waste disposer. Several studies, including one stated to have been conducted jointly by Worcestershire and Herefordshire councils, have shown that a food waste disposal unit, fitted to and under the domestic sink, can significantly reduce household waste by up to 25 per cent. Ashley Munden, Sales & Marketing Director for In-Sink-Erator said:- “Reducing landfill is of crucial importance to local authorities over the next 15 years. Failure to meet EU targets will result in fines which could ultimately be met by an increase in taxes.” He continued, “The UK as a whole needs to realise that the environment needs our help. Recycling is not optional, it is essential if we are to create a sustainable environment for our children. The food waste disposer can work in harmony with other recycling methods, such as composting, to m
