municipal solid waste
Municipal solid waste refers to the waste generated by households, businesses, and institutions within a community, excluding hazardous materials. It includes everyday items like packaging, food scraps, paper, plastics, and other non-hazardous waste materials that are processed and managed by local governments or private waste management companies.
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