Paper 3

Question 1

Waste generation

Answer 1

Waste Generation: UK produces 225 million tonnes annually, led by construction at 140 million tonnes.

Question 2

Food waste

Answer 2

Each person throws away 15-20% of food, costing £800/year, with 1 in 6 meals wasted in hospitality.

Question 3

waste disposal methods

Answer 3

Landfill (45%), incineration, recycling (<50% of EU target), anaerobic digestion, and composting.

Question 4

Recycling rates

Answer 4

Wales leads at 62.7%, England at 45.2%, but rates are slowing due to lack of understanding and infrastructure

Question 5

Challenges and solution

Answer 5

Inconsistent labeling and lack of investment hinder recycling efforts. Government aims for 65% recycling by 2035.