Hong Kong has an imminent waste problem. Learn about what municipal solid waste is, how significant our waste problem is, and how the Government tackles the problem.

The management of solid waste is a complex and evolving process in Hong Kong. Learn about municipal solid waste, where we dispose of it, how landfills are being reused, and other ways in which waste is being managed.

Hong Kong has always had a high level of construction activity. While this is a sign of prosperity, the waste generated by the construction industry has always been a problem.  Learn more about construction waste, how it is treated, the Government’s waste management strategy, the Construction Waste Disposal Charging Scheme and what you can do to reduce waste production.

The need to reduce and recycle waste is crucial to Hong Kong, with our large population and rapidly filling disposal facilities. Find out why recycling is important, what the Government is doing to encourage it, how you can recycle waste and where to obtain more information.