waste stream
[/weɪst striːm/]
nounpl: waste streams
fluxo de resíduos
1. The continuous flow of waste materials generated by industrial processes, commercial activities, or households, from generation through disposal or treatment
The factory's waste stream includes both liquid and solid materials that must be properly treated.
O fluxo de resíduos da fábrica inclui materiais líquidos e sólidos que devem ser adequadamente tratados.
2. A specific category or type of waste materials flowing through a waste management system
Electronic waste is an increasingly important waste stream in developed countries.
Os resíduos eletrônicos representam um fluxo de resíduos cada vez mais importante nos países desenvolvidos.
3. The sequence of processes and handling stages that waste materials undergo from point of origin to final disposal or recycling
Understanding the waste stream is essential for implementing effective recycling programs.
Compreender o fluxo de resíduos é essencial para implementar programas de reciclagem eficazes.
The term 'waste stream' has become increasingly important in both American and Brazilian environmental policy, particularly following increased focus on sustainability and circular economy principles. In Brazil, proper waste stream management is a key aspect of PNRS (Política Nacional de Resíduos Sólidos - National Solid Waste Policy). In the USA, waste stream analysis is critical for EPA compliance and corporate environmental responsibility initiatives.
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