A comprehensive solution for waste management
The Begues Town Council has taken a significant step in modernising its waste collection system by starting the renewal of its containers. This new model, which incorporates electronic technology, aims not only to improve recycling but also to address a growing problem: the invasion of wild boars in the locality.
The issue with wild boars
The old containers, small and on wheels, became an easy target for these animals searching for food. According to municipal sources, this situation led local authorities to rethink their strategy. Despite previous attempts to scare off the wild boars using a liquid that mimicked wolf urine, this measure proved ineffective.
The new containers are larger and heavier, specifically designed to withstand the attacks from wild boars. This model is similar to that used in Barcelona and is expected to significantly reduce the number of incidents related to these animals. The renewal will be carried out progressively until reaching the 424 units necessary to serve an approximate population of 7,545 inhabitants.
Change in the collection system
From the moment the new systems are installed, citizens will need to use a card or a mobile app to open the containers designated for organic waste and other refuse. This measure aims to promote a “fairer waste fee,” thereby encouraging both waste reduction and increased recycling.
The implementation of the new system also responds to the requirements established by recent European regulations on waste management. These regulations stipulate that each municipality must ensure that its system is not deficit and that citizens bear the full cost of it. Furthermore, those who recycle less will have to pay more, which represents a considerable challenge for many Catalan municipalities.
A sustainable future
As Begues moves towards this new model, it is expected that other localities will follow its example in the search for sustainable solutions to similar problems. The combination of advanced technology and environmental considerations could set an important precedent in modern urban management.
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