Assessment of disposal methods of construction and demolition waste: A case study of south-eastern industrial and residential areas in Johannesburg, South Africa
Date
2024
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University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg
Abstract
In a world where all strive for further development, construction and demolition play alarge role in that process. The waste generated in construction and demolition projects is of great magnitude and needs to be dealt with and disposed of appropriately, however, is this truly the case? Gauteng is a province where landfills are easily accessible and a cheap disposal option. This study set out to assess disposal methods of construction and demolition waste in south-east Johannesburg, South Africa. Landfills and recycling were the prevalent disposal methods, and these were compared to other countries’ disposal methods. Policy and legislation regarding solid waste management were analysed and a gap between written documents and implementation was identified. The question of sustainability also played a role in the synthesis of the study
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A dissertation submitted to the Faculty of Science, in fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science. School of Geography, Archaeology and Environmental Studies, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg 2024
Keywords
Construction and demolition waste, Solid waste management, Waste management policies
Citation
Jager, Vasti deJager, Vasti de. (2024). Assessment of disposal methods of construction and demolition waste: A case study of south-eastern industrial and residential areas in Johannesburg, South Africa [Master’s dissertation, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg]. WireDSpace.