Incinerators reduce the volume of the trash but landfills are still needed to bury the ashes. Both incinerator and landfills are expensive and can take a long time to locate and build. In a growing number of communities the morning newspaper is recycled, and cans and bottles are recycled are reused. There is no one simple remedy for the trash problem, we need to consider a combination of solutions to manage. Reducing and reusing waste, recycling, burning trash for energy recovery, and landfills are part of the solution.
Recycling is one important remedy for the garbage problem.
It is an effective solution because it reduces the amount of waste for disposal. And individuals can participate in the recycling programs. Just as we contribute to the nations garbage problem, we can contribute to its solution by recycling. Papers, cardboard, cans, bottles can be recycled, and thus crafted for other uses. Quality products and packaging are being made from recovered materials.