May 16th 2024.
According to a recent waste survey, it seems that many Australians are struggling with the proper disposal methods for certain items, such as dead pets, vapes, and batteries. Despite being a nation of animal lovers, a surprising 80% of people are unsure of what to do when their beloved pets pass away. This information comes from a study conducted by Veolia, a waste management company.
It turns out that when it comes to disposing of a pet's body, 38% of people simply place it in the bin, while another 42% have no idea what to do. Only 20% of respondents knew that local councils offer special collection points for dead animals. While it may seem like an unusual issue, Veolia's CEO, Richard Kirkman, assures us that it is a common occurrence. He shared that his employees often come across strange items in the recycling, such as snakes, donkey heads, and even a dead cow cut in half. These unusual items pose a risk for contamination and must be disposed of properly.
The survey, conducted by YouGov, reached out to 1172 people across the five mainland states last month. One of the most concerning findings for Kirkman was the lack of knowledge surrounding the disposal of vapes and e-cigarettes. The research revealed that 38% of respondents were unsure of how to properly dispose of these items, and 39% believed they could be placed in regular kerbside bins. Shockingly, 25% admitted to either littering vapes themselves or witnessing them being dropped as litter.
But why is it so important to dispose of vapes correctly? Well, it turns out that the lithium batteries found in these devices can become damaged if left in bins, leading to potential fires in waste facilities and landfills. To properly dispose of a vape, the battery should be removed and the vape body placed in a red general waste bin. The battery itself should be taken to a household battery collection point.
It's not just vapes that are causing confusion; some people are also unsure of what to do with batteries. The survey showed that 35% of respondents believed batteries could be placed in kerbside bins, and 6% had no idea how to dispose of them at all. Kirkman believes that there needs to be more public education at all levels of government to re-educate Australians on the proper disposal methods for these items.
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