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The Sun
5 days ago
- General
- The Sun
'Singapore has become noticeably dirtier' - SG netizens say it was cleaner 10 years ago
ACCORDING to a report by US-based Eagle Dumpster Rental, Singapore topped the global list for its spotless streets — a reputation closely tied to its strict anti-littering laws and well-maintained public spaces. But over on Reddit, locals are painting a different picture. In a now-viral post on r/askSingapore, one user claimed hygiene standards in the city-state have been slipping — citing a rise in visible litter at bus stops, sheltered walkways, and void decks. 'I notice a lot more litter at bus stops, along sheltered walkways and in void decks. Usually tissue paper, drink containers and plastic trash,' they wrote. 'Of course, I'm not saying our streets were ever totally spotless. But I think it's time we reinforce the anti-littering campaign and step up education in schools and neighbourhoods. No point being a cleaned city rather than a clean one by habit.' The post struck a chord, with many netizens echoing the sentiment — some even comparing today's Singapore to its past image. 'As a Vietnamese, 15 years ago I heard Singapore was the cleanest city in the world. I visited twice. But after living here for the past year, I can say it's definitely dirtier now,' one user shared. 'There's more random litter than there used to be. Littering is so odd to me — do you not have even a gram of pride for your country?' another commented. Beyond the streets, others turned their attention to public toilets — especially in food courts and MRT stations. 'It's indeed getting dirtier... especially toilets,' one person wrote. 'I don't understand why coffee shop and hawker centre toilets can be so filthy. Like why? And not to forget MRT toilets too.'
The Sun
5 days ago
- General
- The Sun
SG netizens say Singappore was cleaner 10 years ago
ACCORDING to a report by US-based Eagle Dumpster Rental, Singapore topped the global list for its spotless streets — a reputation closely tied to its strict anti-littering laws and well-maintained public spaces. But over on Reddit, locals are painting a different picture. In a now-viral post on r/askSingapore, one user claimed hygiene standards in the city-state have been slipping — citing a rise in visible litter at bus stops, sheltered walkways, and void decks. 'I notice a lot more litter at bus stops, along sheltered walkways and in void decks. Usually tissue paper, drink containers and plastic trash,' they wrote. ALSO READ: VEP Enforcement July 1: RM300 Fines for Singapore 'Of course, I'm not saying our streets were ever totally spotless. But I think it's time we reinforce the anti-littering campaign and step up education in schools and neighbourhoods. No point being a cleaned city rather than a clean one by habit.' The post struck a chord, with many netizens echoing the sentiment — some even comparing today's Singapore to its past image. 'As a Vietnamese, 15 years ago I heard Singapore was the cleanest city in the world. I visited twice. But after living here for the past year, I can say it's definitely dirtier now,' one user shared. 'There's more random litter than there used to be. Littering is so odd to me — do you not have even a gram of pride for your country?' another commented. READ MORE: Bus Staff in Singapore Return S$10000 Cash Within an Hour Beyond the streets, others turned their attention to public toilets — especially in food courts and MRT stations. 'It's indeed getting dirtier... especially toilets,' one person wrote. 'I don't understand why coffee shop and hawker centre toilets can be so filthy. Like why? And not to forget MRT toilets too.'
The Sun
5 days ago
- General
- The Sun
'Singapore has become noticeably dirtier' - SG netizens say its cleaner 10 years ago
ACCORDING to a report by US-based Eagle Dumpster Rental, Singapore topped the global list for its spotless streets — a reputation closely tied to its strict anti-littering laws and well-maintained public spaces. But over on Reddit, locals are painting a different picture. In a now-viral post on r/askSingapore, one user claimed hygiene standards in the city-state have been slipping — citing a rise in visible litter at bus stops, sheltered walkways, and void decks. 'I notice a lot more litter at bus stops, along sheltered walkways and in void decks. Usually tissue paper, drink containers and plastic trash,' they wrote. ALSO READ: VEP Enforcement July 1: RM300 Fines for Singapore 'Of course, I'm not saying our streets were ever totally spotless. But I think it's time we reinforce the anti-littering campaign and step up education in schools and neighbourhoods. No point being a cleaned city rather than a clean one by habit.' The post struck a chord, with many netizens echoing the sentiment — some even comparing today's Singapore to its past image. 'As a Vietnamese, 15 years ago I heard Singapore was the cleanest city in the world. I visited twice. But after living here for the past year, I can say it's definitely dirtier now,' one user shared. 'There's more random litter than there used to be. Littering is so odd to me — do you not have even a gram of pride for your country?' another commented. Beyond the streets, others turned their attention to public toilets — especially in food courts and MRT stations. 'It's indeed getting dirtier... especially toilets,' one person wrote. 'I don't understand why coffee shop and hawker centre toilets can be so filthy. Like why? And not to forget MRT toilets too.'
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
We don't mean to trash-talk Texas, but it generates more waste than any other state
When it comes to waste generation and recycling rates, one could say Texas needs to clean up its act. A recent study by Eagle Dumpster Rental compared how U.S. states disposed of their trash as the country faces a growing waste management crisis. Using 2024 state data from the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Census Bureau, the company created a waste generation score by combining three factors: total amount of waste produced, waste produced per person, and recycling rates. States earned a higher score if they produced more waste and recycled less, and a lower score if they produced less waste and recycled more. "What makes these findings particularly compelling is the stark contrast between states' approaches to waste management," says Brian McDaid, recycling expert and founder of Eagle Dumpster Rental. "While all states face similar challenges with growing consumption and limited landfill space, some have found remarkably effective solutions." So how well does Texas do in waste management compared to other states? We're sorry to say the Lone Star State kind of stinks. The Lone Star State generates over one billion tons of waste each year, Eagle Dumpster Rental found. It also only recycles about 8%. The study noted Texas "clearly faces significant environmental challenges," and may be a result of rapid urbanization, extensive industrial operation and strong economic growth. To put it into perspective, Maine, which has a 65% recycling rate, produces 40 times less waste than Texas. Although unclear, Texas' high levels of waste production are likely influenced by its large population. California, the only state with more residents than Texas, had the fourth-highest trash production in the country. Reviewing the study's results, Eagle Dumpster Rental suggests states that generate the most waste may "benefit from public education campaigns about sustainable consumption." "The environmental impact of these waste levels is severe," McDaid says. "We're seeing landfills reach capacity years ahead of schedule, increased groundwater contamination risks, and higher greenhouse gas emissions from decomposing waste. The long-term sustainability of these practices is questionable at best." "There are proven solutions available — implementing stronger recycling programs, incentivizing waste reduction in industrial processes, and encouraging circular economy practices could significantly reduce these numbers." Although the data may seem overwhelming, the company recognizes the potential for progress. Austin got a shout-out for its Zero Waste Initiative, which aims to reduce 90% of waste from landfills and incinerators by 2040. People are also reading: How an Austin trucking company aims to reduce emissions through hybrid, electric tech Rank State Total waste (tons) Per capita waste (tons per person) Recycling rate Waste generation score 1 Texas 1,022,679,545 33 8% 76 2 Ohio 529,985,958 45 16% 65 3 Michigan 626,523,324 62 40% 61 4 California 1,256,981,181 32 41% 60 5 Louisiana 168,682,308 37 4% 60 6 Pennsylvania 523,285,487 40 20% 60 7 Indiana 354,551,690 51 24% 59 8 Colorado 237,491,775 40 11% 59 9 Florida 490,491,433 21 6% 59 10 Tennessee 216,594,691 30 5% 57 On the other end of the spectrum, the Northeast earned high rankings for generating the least amount of waste among states. Eagle Dumpster Rentals attributes Maine's success to its Extended Producer Responsibility laws, while Massachusetts and Vermont benefit from mandatory recycling programs. "The economic benefits of effective waste management are substantial," McDaid says. "States like Maine demonstrate that smart recycling policies create jobs, reduce municipal waste costs, and generate revenue from recyclable materials." Their success shows that environmental responsibility and economic growth can go hand in hand. Other states could achieve similar results by implementing comparable policies and investing in recycling infrastructure. The initial investment in these programs typically pays for itself through reduced landfill costs and the creation of new green jobs." Rank State Total waste (tons) Per capita waste (tons per person) Recycling rate Waste generation score 1 Maine 23,352,625 17 65% 8 2 Massachusetts 16,189,833 2 48% 11 3 Vermont 10,286,300 16 51% 16 4 Connecticut 5,675,840 2 39% 17 5 New Jersey 122,591,761 13 39% 25 6 Minnesota 74,263,217 13 37% 25 7 New York 264,677,094 13 44% 25 8 Maryland 66,023,318 11 33% 26 9 Iowa 102,746,632 32 45% 30 10 Oregon 162,714,810 38 45% 35 This article originally appeared on Austin American-Statesman: Texas produces more trash than any other US state, study finds
