International Journal of Environmental Protection and Policy

Volume 5, Issue 2, March 2017

  • A Review of Solid Waste Management Practice in Dhaka City, Bangladesh

    Suraiya Yasmin, Md Imranur Rahman

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 2, March 2017
    Pages: 19-25
    Received: Dec. 03, 2016
    Accepted: Feb. 21, 2017
    Published: Mar. 09, 2017
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    Abstract: Waste management is a challenging task as population is increasing and type of waste is changing. Waste management practice needs concern not only for its generation increasing but also for its inadequate practice. Waste generation is affected by socio economic factors, demography, seasonal factors, lack of awareness and weak management practice. W... Show More
  • Study of Clinical Waste Management at Rajshahi Medical College Hospital (RMCH) in Bangladesh

    Md. Shamim Al Razib, Nazmul Hasan, Supriya Mondal

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 2, March 2017
    Pages: 26-31
    Received: Apr. 02, 2017
    Accepted: Apr. 12, 2017
    Published: May 05, 2017
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    Abstract: The management of clinical waste is of great importance due to its infectious and hazardous nature that can cause risks on environment and public health. The study is conducted to evaluate clinical waste management practices and to determine the amount of waste generated at Rajshahi Medical College Hospital (RMCH) in Bangladesh. A survey is driven ... Show More