Eggersmann Recycling Glossary
Recycling is an important part of our environmental awareness and our efforts to conserve the earth's resources.
Understanding the language of recycling
In order to better understand and support the recycling process, we have compiled a glossary of important terms and definitions . This glossary should help to simplify the language of recycling and help you to find your way around the world of recycling.
Biogas Production
Biogas is produced through the decomposition of organic materials.
Biorecycling
Describes the process of using biological waste - such as plant residues - as raw materials for biofuels, fertilisers and other products.
Circular Economy
Is an approach to resource management in which waste and waste materials are reused as much as possible to minimise environmental impact and maximise resource efficiency.
Construction Waste
Recycling construction waste has a decisive impact on the environment.
Composting Process
Various factors are taken into account in the composting process.
Composting
Describes the process of biological decomposition of organic waste by microorganisms in order to convert it into fertiliser.
Composting Phases
Composting is a process that consists of different phases.
Downcycling
Describes the process of reusing waste or waste materials to produce lower value products.
Dry Fermentation
Dry fermentation is a method in which organic waste is fermented.
Fast Rotting
Rapid composting is a process for the accelerated composting of organic waste.
Landfill
This is a place where waste is stacked and covered in an area to protect it from the environment and prevent the spread of odours and pests.
Lightweight Packaging
Lightweight packaging is packaging made from lightweight materials such as paper, cardboard, plastics and aluminium.
Packaging Waste
Packaging waste refers to waste consisting of packaging materials such as plastic, paper, cardboard and metals.
Recycling
Describes the process of collecting and processing waste in order to convert it into new materials or products.
Recycling Machines
Recycling machines are devices or systems that are used to sort waste.
Recycling Rate
The recycling rate refers to the proportion of a particular material or product that is reprocessed and reused.
Recycling Tyres
By collecting, separating and processing tyres, valuable materials can be reused.
Refuse Rerived Fuels / RDF
RDF stands for "Refuse-Derived Fuel" and refers to substitute fuels that are produced from waste.
Reuse
The process of reusing materials or products without processing or modifying them.
Scrap Metal
Valuable raw materials can be recovered by collecting, sorting and processing scrap metal.
Self Ventilation and Forced Ventilation
Sufficient aeration of the compost material is very important for a successful composting process.
Soil Remediation
Soil remediation is the process of restoring and cleaning contaminated soil to minimise environmental impacts and restore soil functions
Textiles
Resources can be conserved by collecting and recycling textiles.
Utilisation
Describes the process of utilising waste or waste materials as raw materials or a source of energy.
Upcycling
Describes the process of reusing waste or waste materials to produce higher quality products.
Waste
The term "waste" refers to any object or material that is no longer required by its owner and should therefore be disposed of.
Waste Treatment Plant
Waste treatment plants collect, sort and process different types of waste.
Waste Management
Describes the process of managing waste, including collection, transport, processing and disposal.
Waste Paper
Correct recycling of waste paper saves valuable resources.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
By collecting and recycling e-waste, valuable resources can be conserved, environmental pollution avoided and energy saved.
Wet Fermentation
Wet fermentation is a method of biological waste utilisation.