--- title: Waste - General Introduction description: Waste - General Introduction --- [Skip to content](https://support.worldly.io/hc/en-us/articles/29377414362523-waste-general-introduction#main-content) English Show submenu for translations [Submit a request](https://support.worldly.io/kb-tickets/new?hsLang=en) [![Worldly logo](https://support.worldly.io/hs-fs/hubfs/Worldly%20Media%20Kit/Worldly%20Logos/Worldly_LogoTM_Red.png?width=250&height=61&name=Worldly_LogoTM_Red.png)](https://www.worldly.io/) Open main navigation Close main navigation - English Show submenu for translations - [Submit a request](https://support.worldly.io/kb-tickets/new) How can we help? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [Help Center](https://support.worldly.io/?hsLang=en) 2. [Facility Data Manager (FDM)](https://support.worldly.io/facility-data-manager-fdm?hsLang=en) 3. [Waste](https://support.worldly.io/facility-data-manager-fdm?hsLang=en#waste) # Waste - General Introduction Waste from industrial processes and manufacturing operations have the potential to impact the environment, human health, and local ecosystem.   As governments and industry stakeholders continue to focus on reducing waste and promoting more sustainable manufacturing practices, this paves the way for more stringent requirements and regulations. The development of new materials and technologies reduces waste and works toward a circular economy. Proactively managing and working to minimize waste generated from facilities not only contributes to a more sustainable future, but also better prepares for regulatory demands or new requirements from brands.     [![Worldly logo](https://support.worldly.io/hs-fs/hubfs/Worldly%20Media%20Kit/Worldly%20Logos/Worldly_LogoTM_Red.png?width=120&height=30&name=Worldly_LogoTM_Red.png "Worldly logo")](https://www.worldly.io) © 2026 Worldly. All Rights Reserved [Terms of use](https://worldly.io/terms-of-use/)  |  [DPA](https://worldly.io/data-privacy-addendum/)  |  [Privacy Policy](https://worldly.io/privacy-policy/)  |  [Cookie notice](https://worldly.io/cookie-notice/)