Covanta Remove Mercury Waste
,
2 minutes

Covanta: Remove Mercury from the Waste Streams

Home » NEWS » Covanta: Remove Mercury from the Waste Streams

Taking Action: Covanta’s Initiative to Eliminate Mercury from Waste Streams

In our ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship, Covanta is proud to introduce the Covanta Project aimed at removing mercury from waste streams. Additionally, mercury, a highly toxic substance, poses significant environmental and health risks if not properly managed. Therefore, through this initiative, we’re dedicated to identifying, reducing, and recovering mercury and other difficult-to-manage waste from disposal processes.

For detailed information on the resources available to Covanta-contracted communities as part of this project, please refer to the PDF document provided here. Also, this comprehensive resource includes videos, guides and external websites developed in collaboration with CET (Center for EcoTechnology) to assist communities in their efforts to manage mercury responsibly.

Some of the key resources highlighted in the document include:

Mercury Product Recycling:

Covanta has partnered with Complete Recycling Solutions (CRS) to facilitate the recycling of elemental mercury and mercury-containing products. Also, CRS offers convenient pickup services for municipalities and residents in contracted communities, ensuring safe and proper disposal of mercury.

Signage and Informational Materials:

CET has developed a range of materials, including posters, flyers, and booklets, to raise awareness about mercury management and facilitate proper disposal practices within communities.

Councils on Aging Outreach:

Recognizing the importance of engaging older people in mercury awareness efforts, Covanta, along with partners like CET, provides presentations, materials, and resources specifically tailored to this demographic.

Social Media and Digital Content:

Communities can leverage social media platforms and digital content provided by CET to promote household hazardous waste events and educate residents about mercury handling and recycling.

In addition to these resources, Covanta encourages communities to explore external websites and organizations dedicated to mercury management and environmental sustainability. Together, we can work towards a safer and healthier future by effectively managing mercury and other hazardous materials in our waste streams.

For further inquiries or assistance regarding the Covanta Project and mercury management, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Note: This blog post serves as an introductory overview of the Covanta Project. For comprehensive details and resources, please refer to the provided PDF document.

Publications

1 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10

Partner with CET

We’re excited to help you decarbonize with energy and waste solutions.


Copyright CET ©2024 Non-Profit

We envision a world that has embraced and advanced just and resilient climate solutions.

CET is an equal opportunity provider and employer. 

Scroll to Top