Waste Segregation at Home & Office: The Simple Recycling System That Works

Waste Segregation in Bangladesh: The Simple System That Actually Works

“Segregation” sounds difficult, but it’s not. The real problem is that most people try to do it perfectly and then give up.

This guide gives you a simple, realistic system that works for:

• families (small or big)

• offices and small businesses

• apartments and buildings

Why Segregation is the Key to Recycling (and Cash)

Recycling is not magic. Recyclers need clean, sorted material. When everything is mixed:

• paper gets wet and loses value

• plastics become dirty and rejected

• harmful items (batteries, e-waste) become dangerous

Segregation protects value and makes recycling possible.

The 4-Bin System (Easy Version)

You don’t need fancy bins. Use bags, boxes, or buckets.

Bin 1: Wet Waste (Kitchen Waste)

• food leftovers

• vegetable peels

• tea leaves
  Tip: Keep covered to reduce smell.

Bin 2: Paper & Cardboard (Dry Only)

• newspapers, cartons, office paper
  Rule: If it’s wet or oily, don’t mix with clean paper.

Bin 3: Plastic & Metal (Cleaned Quickly)

• PET bottles, plastic containers

• cans, metal scraps
  Rule: Rinse and dry quickly.

Bin 4: E-Waste (Separate Always)

• cables, chargers, broken devices
  Rule: Keep safe and dry.

That’s it. If you follow this, you’re already ahead of most households.

“What Should I Do With…?” (Common Confusions)

Plastic bottles

✅ Rinse → dry → keep in plastic/metal bin

Pizza box / oily paper

❌ Not good for clean paper recycling (oil reduces value)

Shampoo bottle

✅ If cleaned and dry (type may vary)

Broken glass

⚠️ Store separately for safety (only if accepted)

Batteries

⚠️ Keep separate from everything (fire + leak risk)

Office Segregation (Best for Fast Results)

Offices generate clean paper and packaging—high value for recycling.

Simple office setup:

• paper box near printer area

• plastic bottle bin near pantry

• e-waste box near IT/desk area

• weekly pickup schedule

This is an easy CSR win and improves office cleanliness instantly.

How Amar Bin Fits Into This System

Segregation works best when pickup is easy.

With Amar Bin, you can:

• keep your recyclables ready

• request a pickup when your bags are full

• make recycling a monthly habit

• contribute to turning waste into resources

FAQ

Q1: What is waste segregation?
Waste segregation means separating waste into categories (wet, dry recyclables, e-waste) so it can be recycled properly.

Q2: What is the easiest method to separate waste at home?
Use a 4-bin system: wet waste, paper/cardboard, plastic/metal, and e-waste.

Q3: Why is segregation important for recycling?
Because mixed and dirty waste loses value and becomes difficult or unsafe to recycle.

Start Today (Small Step, Big Impact)

Don’t aim for perfect-aim for consistent.

Visit Amar Bin: www.amarbin.com
“Start segregation today and schedule a recycling pickup with Amar Bin.”