There are many industries within Gibraltar which, in common with similar developed countries, generate waste products. These, if not disposed of responsibly, cause contamination and deterioration of the environment.
In Gibraltar we have natural habitats that are teeming with flora and fauna, many of which are autochthonous and endangered, hence the need for them to be protected and preserved.
Industry sectors for which EWMS safely collect and ensure the wastes produced are safely treated and disposed of, are listed below along with a list of major wastes these sectors produce.
Electricity generation industries
Wastes produced at the local power generation facilities which are safely treated and destroyed by EWMS are the following:
Garages and workshops
Wastes produced at garages and workshops which are safely treated and destroyed by EWMS are the following:
Photography and X-rays
Photography and X-ray wastes which are safely treated and destroyed by EWMS are the following:
Bottling factories
Wastes produced these sites which are safely treated and destroyed by EWMS are the following:

