– Solid Wastes Management in Uyo Metropolis –
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ABSTRACT
Huge volumes of commingled wastes are generated in various parts of Uyo metropolis and disposed off at different locations. The main aim of this research is to quantify wastes generated and evaluate handling and disposal methods with a view to recommending a “waste to wealth” programme.
Primary and secondary data were collected from literature review, personal observations, site visits, questionnaires, administrations and interviews of residents.
Results shows that a total of 350tonnes of solid wastes is deposited within an hour at the dumpsite and 5100tonnes of solid wastes may be deposited in a day.
The survey reveals that several residents in Uyo metropolis understood the need to have a clean environment and the possible challenge that might occur if the wastes were not properly disposed off.
With the emergence of tripartite programme solid waste generated in Uyo metropolis can be used to generate wealth and energy or an alternative source to generate electricity.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Cover Page
Title Page – i
Declaration – ii
Certification – iii
Dedication – iv
Acknowledgments – v
Abstract vi
Table of Contents – vii
List of Tables – ix
List of Figure – – x
List of Acronyms, Abbreviations and Meanings
CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION
1.1 Definition of terms – 1
1.2 Background of the Study – 6
1.3 Statement of the Problem 10
1.4 Aims and Objectives of the research 10
1.4.1 Overall aim of the study 10
1.4.2 Specific aim of the s 11
1.6 Justification of the Study – 11
2.0 CHAPTER TWO: LITERATURE REVIEW
2.1 Conceptual Frame Work 12
2.2 Solid Waste Collection 12
2.3 Typology and Forms of Wastes 15
2.4 Solid Waste Disposal 17
2.5 Problem of Waste Management – 18
3.0 CHAPTER THREE: MATERIALS AND METHOD
3.1 Description of study area – 20
3.2 Research Population – 22
3.3 Methods of Data Collection 23
3.4 Techniques of Data Analysis – 25
3.5 Data Analyses 26
4.0 CHAPTER FOUR: RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
4.1 Volumes of solid wastes generated in Uyo metropolis 27
4.2 Predominant components of solid wastes generated in Uyo metropolis 29
4.3 Existing solid wastes management system in Uyo metropolis 30
4.4 “Wastes to Wealth” programmes in Uyo metropolis – 33
4.5 Analyses of data from questionnaires administered – 34
5.0 CHAPTER FIVE: SUMMARY, CONCLUSION, RECOMMENDATIONS AND CONTRIBUTIONS TO KNOWLEDGE
5.1 Summary 38
5.2 Conclusion – 38
5.3 Recommendations – 39
5.4 Contributions to knowledge – 40
ABBREVIATIONS AND MEANINGS 40
APPENDICES 41
REFERENCES – 46
INTRODUCTORY LETTER 52
INTRODUCTION
Commingled wastes:The dictionary reference means, “to become blended”.
In the context of waste management however commingled means the mingling or mixing of just some specific resources: dry mixed recyclable items.
The waste industry refers to a ‘mixed recyclable stream’ or ‘commingled’ waste resource. This differentiates that particular type of waste from ‘general waste’.
General waste is where waste, whether it is recyclable or not, is collected together.
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