Glossary

This glossary of terms was compiled from a wide range of sources and covers some of the most commonly used waste-related words and abbreviations.

Please select a letter from the A-Z index to find the definition of a term.

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Keep Scotland Beautiful (KSB)
KSB is an environmental charity which aims to achieve litter free and sustainable environments by co-ordinating a number of programmes, including the Blue Flag award scheme, Eco Schools, Eco Congregation and People & Places. Visit www.keepscotlandbeautiful.org for more information.

Kerbside Recycling
A regular doorstep collection of recyclates from a specified kerbside container.