title: Voluntary approaches to solid waste management in small towns: a case study of community involvement in household hazardous waste recycling.
abstract: An enormous amount of household hazardous waste (HHW) is generated as part of municipal solid waste. This scenario presents problems during disposal, including endangering human health and the environment if improperly disposed. This article examines current HHW recycling efforts in Hammond, Louisiana, with the following objectives: (a) analyze factors and attitudes that motivate residents to participate in the program; (b) quantify various types of HHW; and (c) analyze the e-waste stream in the HHW. Residents and city officials who were surveyed and interviewed cited that commitment shown by local authorities and passion to protect the environment and human health were part of their active participation in the program. An awareness program has played a key role in the success of the program. A legislation specific to e-waste is encouraged. While knowledge and information on laws and permit application processes and the promotion of greener products are encouraged, provision of storage or collection facilities and communal transportation will further motivate more residents to participate in the recycling program.
authors.forename: Ephraim
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Massawe
authors.forename: Tye
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Legleu
authors.forename: Laura
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Vasut
authors.forename: Kelly
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Brandon
authors.forename: Greg
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Shelden
mesh_terms: D003256:Community Participation; D004581:Electronics; D004782:Environmental Health; D006256:Hazardous Waste; D006801:Humans; D008145:Louisiana; D059027:Recycling / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D062611:Solid Waste; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D018505:Waste Management / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence / Q000706:statistics & numerical data
chemical_list: D006256:Hazardous Waste; D062611:Solid Waste