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Singapores Annual Waste Management Data
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This dataset captures Singapore's waste management and recycling efforts, highlighting the nation's journey towards becoming a zero-waste nation. With the Semakau Landfill projected to reach capacity by 2035, the government aims to motivate citizens by demonstrating the total energy saved annually through combined recycling initiatives. The data provides crucial insights into waste generation, recycling rates, and disposal figures, showcasing the impact of these efforts over time.
Columns
- waste_type: Categorisation of waste materials, such as Paper/Cardboard, Glass, and various other types. This column contains 32 unique waste types, with Paper/Cardboard being the most common.
- waste_disposed_of_tonne: Represents the volume of unrecycled waste, measured in metric tonnes. Values range from 1,300 to 3.05 million metric tonnes, with a mean of 370,000.
- total_waste_recycled_tonne: Indicates the total amount of waste recycled, also in metric tonnes. This column shows values from 0 to 4.83 million metric tonnes, with a mean of 490,000.
- total_waste_generated_tonne: The overall quantity of waste produced, in metric tonnes. Figures vary from 14,400 to 7.85 million metric tonnes, averaging 859,000.
- recycling_rate: Calculated as the ratio of total waste recycled to total waste generated. Recycling rates range from 0 to 0.99, with an average of 0.48.
- year: The specific year the waste management data pertains to. The sample data covers years from 2003 to 2017.
Distribution
The dataset is typically provided in a CSV file format. A sample file,
2003_2017_waste.csv, is approximately 10.2 kB in size and comprises 6 distinct columns. While the overall number of rows for the full dataset is not specified, each column in the provided sample contains 225 valid records. The data is categorised across two main timelines: from 2003 to 2017 and 2018 to 2020.Usage
This dataset is ideal for:
- Analysing and visualising Singapore's waste management trends and recycling performance over nearly two decades.
- Identifying key areas for energy saving through recycling.
- Supporting policy-making and strategic planning for achieving zero-waste targets.
- Developing educational materials to motivate citizens about the impact of their recycling efforts.
- Conducting environmental research on urban waste management and sustainability initiatives.
Coverage
The data provides geographic coverage for Singapore. It spans a time range from 2003 to 2020, with the 2020 data having been manually incorporated using information from the National Environment Agency (NEA) website. Additional data on energy generation per material type can be referenced from Greentumble. There are no specific demographic breakdowns included.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
- Government agencies and environmental bodies like the NEA, for policy analysis, progress tracking, and public awareness campaigns.
- Environmental researchers and data scientists investigating waste-to-energy solutions and sustainability in urban environments.
- Urban planners and policy makers interested in best practices for resource management.
- Educators and students for academic projects and understanding real-world environmental challenges.
- Citizens and advocacy groups monitoring Singapore's environmental performance and advocating for further action.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Singapore Waste & Recycling Metrics
- Singapore's Annual Waste Management Data
- Green Singapore: Recycling & Energy Savings
- National Waste Reduction Progress (Singapore)
- Singapore Circular Economy Indicators
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