It’s no secret to anyone that Lithuanians have always loved horticulture and horticulture and have not shied away from being close to nature since ancient times, cherishing it. Keeping up with trends, modern Lithuanian residents also sort waste responsibly and are among the leaders in the entire European Union. Concern for nature seems to have grown into the nation’s blood. However, with the much-loved care of the lawn, garden and vegetable garden comes many worries. One of the biggest is green waste and the management of such waste. Fortunately, there are even several green waste sites operating in the Kaunas region. Get to know their advantages and services to make it even easier to take care of your garden and garden.
What are those green waste sites?
Biodegradable or naturally degradable waste is a separate category of waste that has a huge potential to be used in agriculture, horticulture, horticulture and beyond. In the mentioned areas, this waste can be turned into a useful fertilizer.
It is precisely because of this potential that there is no need to rush to throw them away. If possible, everyone recommends composting, but this is definitely not possible with all waste and not in all cases. If you look at nature and the environment responsibly, green waste sites should be relevant to you. In the Kaunas region, the Kaunas Regional Waste Management Center (Kaunas RATC) is responsible for them. At the sites, green waste is composted and turned into fertilizer.
As many as 53 green waste collection (acceptance) sites operate throughout Lithuania. There are 3 of them in the Kaunas region:
1. Nemajūnu str. 15A, Kaunas
2. Juozapava village, Vandžiogala sen., Kaunas district.
3. Zabieliškio village, Kėdainiai district. (next to the landfill of the Zabieliškis region).
You can see the exact locations, contacts and working hours on the website kaunoratc.lt. If you do not have the opportunity to deliver waste to these sites, order a paid removal service. The services are paid, but definitely worth it.
What can be transported to such sites?
When we talk about sorting and waste management, most people’s thoughts turn to depositing beverage containers with deposit, paper, plastic and household waste. However, green waste can also be sorted. If you don’t use them, others can benefit, which affects not only the specific place, but also the surrounding nature and entire ecosystems.
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Green waste sites accept everything that falls into the following waste categories:
· Waste from cutting greenery;
· Small branches of trees and bushes;
· Fallen leaves;
· Cut grass;
· Flowers;
· Weeds;
· Fruit, vegetable and other plant waste (for example, precipitation);
· Tree bark;
· Sawdust, chips, chips.
It is important that the waste is uncontaminated, free of impurities, as this interferes with the composting process.
How is the waste delivery and delivery process?
Green waste sites must keep accurate records of accepted waste and record their quantities.
Specialists advise you to call your chosen site before your arrival to get useful information, advice and to make the entire delivery process smoother.
Waste must be delivered in neat containers. Your vehicle will be weighed upon arrival at the site. The specialist will take the personal document and show a specific place on the lot where the waste can be unloaded. Before leaving, the scale of the waste site will weigh your vehicle again (calculating the weight of the unloaded waste).
Your actions are important, so don’t hesitate to sort your green waste
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Now there is more talk about green waste sites and collection. As many people as possible need to know about this opportunity, because untidy greens, of biomass the accumulated energy potential of waste remains unused.
First of all, green waste takes up a lot of volume. As a result, they accumulate quickly. Branches, fruits, greens are not so easy to press and store compactly. Well, when they start to rot, it is really not pleasant to touch and be around, so it is advised to take them to the sites as soon as possible to make it easier and not to increase the costs of waste management.
The second problem is that if you mix green waste with mixed waste, the rotting process will only accelerate. The result? The place where they are thrown will begin to emit a very unpleasant smell, and the rot will emit toxic gases into the environment, and polluting liquids will seep into the soil.
Third – if you make even a little effort to ensure that your green waste containers are free of impurities, you make the work of the waste management center and composting sites much easier. The reality is that even small impurities can disrupt the composting process, potentially damaging machines and creating a loss not only for nature, but for a company doing good work for the environment.
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