Wednesday, 20 May 2009
What Becomes of Our Refuse?
The Commissioners have just returned from a visit to see how the Energy from Waste Plant copes with the near Eight tonnes of refuse we generate as a Parish each week.
The message is that it is doing well and will continue to deal with our 'burnables' well in to the future; particularly as government continues to enhance recycling options.
It is estimated that that when operating efficiently the EfW contributes about 8-10% of th Island's Electricity needs, which is a significant contribution.
Particularly impressive was the clear commitment of the staff at the plant to delivering a high quality service for the benefit of the Island's residents.
The Commissioners are are keen to reinforce the message that items which don't burn so well such as glass bottles and steel/aluminium cans should be diverted from wheelie bins and consequently the EfW.
The Bring Banks at Dhoon, Glen Mona and Maughold Village are much hungrier for such items!
For further information on what you can recycle, and where, see our Recycling and Refuse Page or contact the clerk on 422148 or maughold@manx.net. Watch this space for imminent news about book recycling in the Parish.
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