The "Historic Strict Waste Sorting Measures" have been in effect for over two years now. Since Shanghai initiated the waste sorting initiative, other regions have followed suit, replacing old-fashioned trash bins in residential areas with four-sort waste stations. The outdated bins are gradually fading into history, being replaced by the four-sort waste stations. But why choose a four-sort system for the waste stations?

One: Four categories of waste bins for sorting

Traditional trash bins, with only two bins for recyclables and non-recyclables, may make residents' waste disposal more convenient, but it also significantly increases the cost of waste management, which is不利于 achieving the reduction of domestic waste at the source and can lead to an increase in the volume of waste at the end of the process. Compared to two-bin recycling bins, four-bin waste sorting rooms categorize non-recyclable waste into three types: kitchen waste, hazardous waste, and other waste. Some domestic waste is not easily biodegradable, such as the discarded batteries in hazardous waste, which can cause severe environmental harm. Through waste sorting and treatment, removing recyclable materials and non-biodegradable substances can reduce the volume of waste by over 60%, in response to the national call for reducing domestic waste.

Category 4 Waste Rooms Make Waste Sorting More Humanized

The four-category waste bins will feature prominent graphic labels on each bin, making it easy for residents to differentiate waste types and prevent improper disposal. Compared to the old-style bins, the four-category waste bins are more user-friendly, with four distinct colors to differentiate the various categories, allowing waste collectors to easily identify them and facilitate both their work and residents' disposal.

Three: The four categories of waste bins are aesthetically pleasing and clean.

Regular trash bins often experience overflowing with garbage, and during rainy days, wet garbage can lead to secondary pollution. The four-separation garbage room can shield rain, ensuring that the garbage stored inside during rainy weather is not soaked by heavy rain outside. It also effectively prevents the leakage of internal garbage waste.

Four: Enhanced recycling capacity for the four types of waste bins

The internal capacity of the waste sorting shed is quite large, capable of storing a substantial amount of waste. This helps minimize the occurrence of waste leakage due to overfilling, and provides ample space for residents to dispose of their waste.

The larger-sized four-category waste bins not only enhance the waste recycling capacity but also promote the habit of proper waste sorting among citizens. Different categories of waste should be disposed of separately, as protecting the environment is the responsibility of everyone. Starting with ourselves, we not only make it easier for ourselves but also for others.