- Middens were heaps of trash and food waste that were often found near settlements.
Waste Pits:
- Waste pits were holes in the ground that were used to dispose of trash and food waste.
Trash Heaps:
- Trash heaps were piles of trash that were often found outside of settlements.
Incineration:
- Incineration involved burning trash and food waste to reduce their volume.
Composting:
- Composting was the process of breaking down organic matter, such as food waste, into a nutrient-rich soil amendment.
Recycling:
- Recycling was the process of reusing materials, such as metal and glass, to make new products.
Sewage Systems:
- Sewage systems were used to transport wastewater and sewage away from settlements.