Pine Ridge Landfill is a designated area where solid waste is disposed of and properly maintained in order to reduce any environmental hazards and maintain public safety. It is important to consider some key factors for separating garbage for sustainability. Some examples are below:
- Metal: Can be recycled and reused in manufacturing
- Pallets: Often wood or plastic- can be reused or repurposed
- Ropes & Cables: Cables: Dangerous if tangled in machines; some may be recyclable
- Batteries & Flares: Contains hazardous chemicals; must be disposed of safely and separately.
- Tires: Non-biodegradable (often recycled into road surfaces or playground materials
- Oils: Must be handled as hazardous waste (can contaminate soil and water)