Yeongdeungpo-gu 'Special Management of Food Waste Containers' Tackles Both Odors and Pests

Special Management of 1,195 Collection Containers and 424 RFID Weighing Devices Until August 31
Increase Cleaning Frequency of Collection Containers in Vulnerable Areas from Once to Twice Weekly, Immediate Collection When Total Capacity Exceeds 20% Instead of 50%
Strengthened Patrols in Cooperation with Dong Community Centers and Private Collection Companies to Minimize Resident Inconvenience

Yeongdeungpo-gu (District Mayor Choi Ho-kwon) announced that it will implement a "Special Management of Food Waste Collection Containers" for 41 days from July 22 to August 31 to prevent foul odors and pest outbreaks caused by hot and humid summer weather.

The district will target 1,195 food waste collection containers installed throughout the area and 424 RFID (electronic tag-based) volume-based waste meters, implementing measures such as ▲increasing the frequency of container cleaning ▲shortening the collection cycle ▲strengthening container patrols ▲inspecting containers for malfunctions and damage ▲and removing odors from containers using EM (eco-friendly deodorizing agent) solution.

First, the district will maintain cleanliness by increasing the cleaning frequency of food waste containers in vulnerable areas from once a week to twice a week. Additionally, in areas with frequent complaints due to food waste, such as one-room apartments or commercial districts, containers will be cleaned as needed to minimize inconvenience to residents.

The collection cycle for food waste containers in vulnerable areas will also be shortened. The collection threshold will be changed from 50% total capacity to 20%, so containers will be collected immediately when about 20% full. Furthermore, deodorizing agents using EM (eco-friendly deodorizing agent) solution will be used to continuously manage odors and pests.

Community service centers will strengthen environmental patrols in cooperation with food waste collection companies. A group chat room will be operated to report patrol matters in real time, allowing for prompt action when issues arise.

Moreover, through this special management of food waste collection containers, the district will check installation locations, container malfunctions, and damage, and thoroughly manage the condition of RFID (electronic tag-based) volume meters, including missed cleanings and malfunctions.

Choi Ho-kwon, Mayor of Yeongdeungpo-gu, stated, "Through this special management, we will do our best to minimize residents' inconvenience caused by food waste during the summer and create a pleasant living environment," and added, "We ask for residents' voluntary participation and continuous interest, such as proper food waste disposal."

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