Jongno-gu Provides 1,200 Free Sink Dehydrators

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[Asia Economy Reporter Jongil Park] Jongno-gu (District Mayor Kim Young-jong) will start accepting online applications from September for the ‘Household Food Waste Dehydrator,’ which anyone can easily use at home, and provide it free of charge to residents.

The purpose of distributing the dehydrator is to reduce food waste generated at home at the source, thereby improving the residential environment and contributing to the prevention of environmental pollution. Instead of the existing sink strainer, the device is inserted into the same position, and by rotating the internal strainer with a specially made handle, moisture in the waste can be removed.

There are no installation or maintenance costs, and dehydration is possible simply by pressing the pressing rod. Additionally, it is made of antibacterial material to prevent microbial growth and is very convenient to use with a handle storage method.

Previously, in 2019, the district selected some apartment complexes in the area as a pilot and distributed dehydrators while conducting monitoring, confirming that the average waste discharge per household decreased by about 16%. In 2020, applications were accepted on a first-come, first-served basis for all residents, but due to high demand, applications were closed early.

Starting this year, unlike last year, applications for the dehydrator will be accepted through the Jongno-gu Office website, and free distribution will be carried out.

The application period is from September 1 to 10, and the target applicants are residents currently living in Jongno-gu as of the application date. One application per household is allowed, and applicants must fill out their name, contact information, and address in the survey form. A total of 1,200 units will be distributed, and recipients will be selected by random drawing after online registration. The dehydrators can be picked up later by visiting the local community service center in person.

In addition, Jongno-gu has been promoting the ‘RFID-based Food Waste Meter Installation Support Project’ since August as part of its food waste reduction policy. The target is multi-unit housing complexes and small multi-family houses in the area. The district covers the purchase and installation costs of the meters, while the housing complexes bear the electricity, communication, and maintenance costs respectively.

For more detailed information regarding the distribution of dehydrators and installation of meters, please refer to the Jongno-gu website or contact the Cleaning Administration Division’s Resource Recycling Team for guidance.

District Mayor Kim Young-jong said, “Simply removing moisture from food waste at home can significantly reduce waste disposal costs,” and added, “We ask for your great interest and applications for the ‘Sink Dehydrator’ distribution starting September 1.”

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