Historical story

How was trash disposed a long time ago?

Middens:

- 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.