Sample module
| Hours to complete | 2.00 |
| No of pages | 10 |
| Published | September 2005 |
| Updated | 2009-03-01 |
| See more in | Environmental planning |
| Author | Terry J Betts, TJB Planning Consultancy |
| Relevance |     |
| Price | GBP 10.00 |
Waste Reduction
Purpose
This module focuses on the topical issue of reducing industrial and consumer waste. This module should be used in conjunction with the other three waste management modules, which all include information that has a bearing on the topic of waste reduction.
Benefits
Waste reduction is of importance for land use planning because if waste is reduced, planning (to meet the land use requirements of provision for treatment and disposal of waste) will need to take into account a lesser quantity of it.
Audience
Urban and regional planners and all those wishing to build and assess their knowledge of the topic.
Learning method
A detailed knowledge builder which examines the drive for waste reduction and its relevance to planning. Additionally a comprehensive range of further reading is provided for those who wish to become expert in the subject. Includes voluntary self assessment for recording continuous professional development (CPD).
