Waste Segregation Made Simple
Every day, without thinking much, we throw away food waste, plastic covers, paper, and other things into the same dustbin. What we don’t realize is that this small habit creates a big problem for the environment. Waste segregation simply means separating waste so that it can be managed properly, and it’s actually much easier than it sounds. At home, most of our waste falls into two main categories: wet waste and dry waste. Wet waste includes things like vegetable peels, leftover food, and tea waste. This type of waste can easily be turned into compost and used for plants instead of ending up in landfills. Dry waste includes items like plastic bottles, paper, cardboard, metal cans, and glass. These materials can be recycled, but only if they are kept clean and separate. Another important category is hazardous waste, such as used batteries, old medicines, bulbs, and electronic waste. These items may look harmless, but they can seriously damage the environment if thrown away careles...