Economic development in Singapore is fostering prosperity within
the country while also contributing to an uptick in hazardous waste
volumes. About 500,000 tons of hazardous waste were collected in
2023 and the volume is expected to grow by 2-3 percent annually. As
Singapore continues to drive economic expansion, analysis suggests
that growth in waste volumes would be largely found in key
development-focused industries such as pharmaceuticals, electric
vehicle manufacturing, and semiconductor production. As waste
volume continues to grow, coupled with tighter regulations,
management of hazardous waste might just be the next big thing.
Types of Waste
Hazardous waste can be largely classified into medical waste,
chemical waste, and e-waste. Depending on the chemical
compositions, each type necessitates distinct treatment processes
to ensure safe handling and disposal. For example, in the
pharmaceutical industry, all medical waste will need to be
incinerated whereas
