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3 Recycling Tips For Medical Facilities
According to the World Health Organization, only 20% of the waste generated by healthcare activities is hazardous or toxic. The other 80% of waste is just general waste. With so much non-hazardous waste coming out of healthcare facilities, it's vital that clinics, nursing homes, and hospitals take steps to ensure that any recyclable material is recycled, rather than ending up in landfills. If you're looking for ways to green up the waste management department of your medical facility, here are some tips that can help.
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Recycling Asphalt Roofs
Most roofs with asphalt shingles need to be replaced at least every20 years, although storm damage might result in the need to replace the roof even sooner. Roofs generally weigh between 3 and 4 tons, which results in a huge amount of asphalt shingles in landfills each year. One fairly new option homeowners and roofing companies have is to recycle the asphalt shingles in the roofs that are demolished. Why should you consider recycling your asphalt shingles?
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4 Tips For Getting Rid Of Clutter Around Your House
It can happen to anyone--you live in a house for a few years, and, before you know it, every closet is full of junk, and your attic, basement, and garage are full of junk that you no longer want or need or you don't know what to do with. Once you realize that clutter has overtaken your home, don't ignore it! With a little bit of time and effort it is eay to get your house organized.
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Urban Prospecting: Four Tips To Get Precious Metals Out Of Junk
If you want to start a hobby prospecting for precious metals like gold, today, you do not have to pack everything up and move to the desert. There are a lot of precious metals that you can find in urban junk like electronics. The metals you can find range from everything to copper, aluminum, silver and gold. There are complicated processing techniques to get these metals, as well as hobby enthusiasts that use simple scraping techniques.
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Eliminate Trash with Minimal Waste—A Size Guide for Roll-Off Dumpsters
Whether you're looking to clean out a small garage or entirely refurbish your home, dealing with a large quantity of waste can be a difficult task. Roll-off dumpster rental services can help you accomplish your goals, but many people hesitate to invest in a dumpster rental out of concerns surrounding purchasing a size that they don't need and losing money. Luckily, there are some simple guidelines you can follow to eliminate those concerns.
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