Effective waste classification at source in Phu Xuyen

With the determination of the Party Committee, government and people at all levels, Phu Xuyen district is gradually and effectively implementing the model of classifying, collecting and treating waste at the source.

This is an important step to concretize the goal of building a "green - clean - beautiful" environment and circular economy in the locality.

Delegates visited the organic waste treatment plant in Phu Minh town (Phu Xuyen district).

In Phu Minh town of Phu Xuyen district - where the waste sorting model is being piloted in 4 sub-areas and residential groups, waste is divided into three groups: organic waste, inorganic waste and recyclable waste. The locality has installed more waste sorting bins at schools, traditional markets, office buildings, residential areas and increased the frequency of collection. The general cleaning movement every Saturday has also been maintained effectively.

Chairwoman of Phu Minh Town People's Committee Nguyen Thi Thanh Thu said that the model of "Family without plastic waste", "Green - clean - beautiful school" or the movement "Say no to plastic bags and disposable plastic products" are spreading strongly. The town also guides people to utilize organic waste to compost for production. Every year, the town collects and processes tens of thousands of tons of waste on the spot. The movement attracts the participation of many organizations, unions and people, contributing to building a civilized lifestyle in the community...

However, in reality, waste classification in Phu Xuyen still has some difficulties. First of all, people's habits are not easy to change. Head of the Department of Agriculture and Environment of Phu Xuyen district, Vu Van Huu, explained that waste classification at source requires meticulousness, perseverance and certain understanding, while many households have not had full access to information and specific instructions. The situation of dumping waste mixed up, at the wrong time and in the wrong place still occurs in some areas. The infrastructure system for collecting, transporting and treating waste after classification is not uniform; the lack of specialized equipment and separate means of separating each type of waste makes the post-classification treatment process not highly effective. Some pilot models lack sustainability. Inspection, supervision and handling of violations in waste classification activities are not uniform...

To overcome this, localities need incentive mechanisms with easy-to-implement technical instructions; at the same time, they need to invest more in infrastructure and waste treatment technology suitable for each locality.

Accordingly, Phu Xuyen has built and had Hanoi city approve the Project "Classifying waste at source - collecting - transporting - treating organic waste".

From the beginning of 2025, the project will be implemented synchronously in the area with the coordination of specialized departments and environmental enterprises. The implementing unit is Thang Long Environmental Services Joint Stock Company.

Since February 2025, the enterprise has renovated the infrastructure and installed an organic waste treatment equipment line at Phu Minh Transfer Station. This line applies high-speed semi-dry fermentation technology and is one of the most advanced organic waste treatment technologies today, with a closed process, processing within 24 hours, without generating leachate, odors, emissions, harmful insects... The purity of organic waste after classification reaches 99%.

General Director of Thang Long Environmental Services Joint Stock Company Nguyen Phuc Thanh shared that sorting waste at source helps reduce landfill volume, increase recycled waste volume, and utilize organic waste for agricultural production. The products after treatment include refined organic powder, pulp fiber, purified organic water, etc., which can all be recycled, contributing to the formation of a circular economic model in the field of organic waste. This biotechnology is also compatible with waste-to-energy incineration systems, improving overall waste treatment efficiency.

Vice Chairman of Phu Xuyen District People's Committee Nguyen Trong Vinh assessed that the operation of the organic waste treatment plant at the source in Phu Minh town is an important step, creating a foundation for the district to effectively implement the waste classification model at the source. The plant applies high-speed semi-dry fermentation technology to help process waste quickly, cleanly, without generating odors, leachate or toxic emissions. This is not only a technical solution, but also a driving force to promote changes in community awareness and behavior. When people clearly see the effectiveness of sorting organic waste into fertilizers and agricultural materials, they will voluntarily and actively participate. The district hopes that this plant will be a model that can be replicated, gradually forming a sustainable waste treatment ecosystem, contributing to the goal of environmental protection and developing a circular economy.

Source: https://hanoimoi.vn/hieu-qua-phan-loai-rac-tai-nguon-o-phu-xuyen-707321.html