Waste management is a major global issue. A strong recycling and waste management infrastructure is vital in creating a sustainable and low-carbon future.
However, while disposing of our waste, the industry has the big challenge of managing the pollution it creates.
Waste management R&D is helping overcome this issue by creating new hazardous waste processes, composting and purification methods, separation technology, landfill management and more.
Qualifying waste management innovation projects must attempt to “resolve a scientific or technological uncertainty”. This is when a qualified professional cannot see a solution to a problem without exploratory testing and development.
The testing must attempt to fill a knowledge gap within the industry, and change or create a new product, process or service.
Qualifying R&D product projects include the testing and development of new or modified:
Qualifying R&D process projects include the testing and development of new or modified:
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