Diaper recycling- The most effective way to curb emission of greenhouse gases

Every year, people use millions of diapers which in turn add loads of waste to landfills. The use of disposable diapers is not environment friendly as they are known to cause water contamination. But due to phenomenal developments taking place in the field of technology, this problem can be resolved through diaper recycling. Companies which are engaged in collecting and recycling nappies help in the long run in curbing carbon emissions. Some of them even provide the facilities of collecting diapers on a fortnightly or weekly basis. These companies also help local municipal authorities in avoiding having to pay landfill taxes in the long run.

Production process

All the collected diapers are placed within an air controlled, hygienic working environment. They are then shredded and separated from each other. These diapers are then sterilized with the help of thermal treatment technology. During the process, the super absorbent polymers collapse and moisture is released. This is followed by the arrangement and separation of fibers and plastics, along with removal of contaminants.

The plastics are then subjected to granulation and multi- washing, prior to being palletized for use as in new products. The fibers are washed, dried and then washed and dried. They can be used in pet litters, manufacture of bricks as well as insulation related tools.

Long term environmental benefits

Diaper recycling can in a great way reduce people’s dependence on traditional methods like landfills and incineration. This in turn can reduce the emission of green house gases into the atmosphere. Due to the recycling of products such as diapers and nappies, fibers which would otherwise be gasified are reused in order to recycle them for use in different sectors. The level of CO2 being released into the atmosphere also comes down as a result. Products which would otherwise go to waste can in turn replace virgin sources and in turn help in making sustainable development possible in the long run.

Companies which are engaged in this domain spend a considerable amount of their time on research. So they are able to compare the environmental performance of their recycling methods with the normal methods of disposal, and improve it from time to time. They also work in partnership with healthcare professionals and local authorities and offer high quality kerbside services for using absorbent hygiene products (AHPs). They also provide sanitary waste collection services to retail outlets and offices and use these items to recycle for further use.