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LIFE CYCLE ASSESSMENT: ASSESSMENT OF THE CURRENT WASTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM OF NASINU TOWN COUNCIL, FIJI

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In recent years, solid waste generation has drastically increased in the Republic of Fiji Islands. Issues faced by Municipal council in Fiji in the management of solid waste is mainly contributed by lack of policy and legislations at the national government level targeting solid waste management at households. This lack of prioritization has led to improper management of solid waste experienced at the household level which collectively has led to an increase in improper waste management practices in society as whole. Moreover, this trend has led to a mindset among the communities in Fiji that proper solid waste management is not being prioritized and therefore practice levels is relatively low. In addition, solid waste management in developing countries in the pacific has become increasingly difficult due to the lack of treatment facilities, and proper disposal sites. The increase in informal settlements around urban centers has also placed a significant stress on the waste management in urban centers. Due to these various factors, municipal councils in Fiji are struggling to carry out proper solid waste management. Taking into account the solid waste problems faced, population growth, the boom in economy and increase in urban migration, it is essential that policymakers design a more sustainable and environmentally conscious system for society. This study will look at assessing the current waste management system at Municipal Council level by carrying out waste characterization study and by assessing and simulating possible scenarios using Life Cycle Assessment. Scenario 1 would be the total collection of waste, scenario 2 and 3 would be the treatment options available for both organic and inorganic waste. Life Cycle Assessment is relatively new concept in Fiji and therefore the results generated will be valuable to the countries policymakers. Most importantly, Life Cycle assessment will allow for the identification of the potential environmental benefits of each alternative scenario.

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