Synopsis
Demonstrates principles of solid waste management. Describes the problems of collecting and disposing of refuse, garbage, and other solid wastes, and outlines the technology of solid waste disposal. Illustrates various alternatives available to municipalities concurrently attempting to dispose of solid wastes economically while controlling air pollution Portrays America's solid waste problem and its relation to air pollution and water contamination. Outlines alternatives for community action, including procedures for obtaining federal or state assistance.
Synopsis, reviewed
Details
- Running time
- 23 minutes
- Language
- English
- Collection
- Educational Films, Ephemeral Films
Subjects on the Internet Archive
- 16mm Film
- Educational Film
- Refuse and refuse disposal
- Integrated solid waste management
- Water supply
- Air pollution
- Culture and social processes
- Natural resources conservation
- Urban ecology
- Urbanization
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