The Problem of Storage and Disposal of Industrial Waste in the Irkutsk Region in the 1990–2010s

Abstract

In the 1990–2010s in the region, measures were taken to increase the volume of waste processing of large industrial enterprises. However, the following problems remained unresolved: lack of funding, outdated recycling technologies, lack of attention from regional and federal authorities. There were also positive steps. In particular, the disposal of hazardous waste was started at enterprises where this has not happened for a long time (according to Usolekhimprom, Baikal Pulp and Paper Mill, Angarsk Metallurgical Plant, etc.). Huge volumes of ash and slag materials and waste from the timber processing industry were used.