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Sustainable Management of Wood Residue Generation and Mitigation (A Case Study of Selected Areas in Namibia)

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The global wood industry generates substantial volumes of residues that require effective utilization, marketing, and disposal. Over 106 tons of wood residue was exported in 2021 in Namibia. However, comprehensive data on Namibia's wood waste generation, utilization, and disposal of unutilized waste are unavailable. Lack of empirical data on wood waste management specific to Namibia may hinder the development of effective and sustainable management strategies necessary for mitigating environmental impact and protection of public health. This study aims to quantify the volume of wood residue generated; and identify the waste management practices employed by Namibian wood processors, sawmills, and plank vendors. Survey design, data collection through interviews and structured questionnaires in selected locations within Namibia was adopted in this study. Statistical analysis conducted shows that an average of 5.5% of wood waste remains unused amounting to 43.79 tons annually for the selected areas and facilities. The amount of wood waste from the selected facilities was evaluated to be 100.52 m3/month. The results also help to identify significant environmental, and health related problems associated with wood waste management and possible mitigation strategies. Alternative uses for wood waste as a means of promoting a circular economy in Namibia is herein recommended in this study.

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Engineering Headway (Volume 28)

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113-119

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Tererayi Panashe Chanakira, Olumuyiwa Ajani Lasode*, Idehai Olayemi Ohijeagbon

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Circular Economy, Disposal Practices, Sustainable Management, Waste Recycling, Wood Residue

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