Waste Segregation is everyone’s responsibility

Waste Segregation is everyone’s responsibility

The community in greater Male’ area is not into the habit of sorting waste into different categories for disposal as it has not been a requirement till now. In order to contribute to a proper waste management system, it is crucial to start by sorting or segregating our waste at home or in the work place.

Waste Collection and Disposal

Waste Collection and Disposal

Waste was not an issue in the Maldives until very recently. Up until the mid-80s, most household garbage was organic and would decompose when discarded. However, with an increase in the production and consumption non-biodegradable products such as single-use plastics, this was no longer the case.