As the world population increases, so does the waste production. Municipal solid waste shredding is one way to mitigate this issue as it reduces the amount of landfill space needed and turns the waste into a recyclable resource. In some cases, recycling can yield enough raw material for a product that is worth more than what was originally created. However, some argue that landfills are an environmentally sound way to dispose of trash and that a reduction in landfill space is not necessary.
Municipal solid waste shredding is a necessary evil, not only for the sake of sanitation, but also to prevent contamination. Municipal solid waste (MSW) is a problem in many Asian and African countries due to its sources and lack of treatment facilities. Along with the elevated risk of disease transmission, the presence of MSW poses a general threat to public health because it can contaminate both land and water supplies with bacteria and other harmful pathogens.
Municipal solid waste shredding, or MSW shredding, is a process that reduces the volume of municipal solid waste by mechanically reducing it into small pieces. This contributes to reduced landfill usage. It also frees up space in landfills for more garbage when they are full. The world’s population grows steadily every day meaning more garbage is being created in general.
