Seo-gu in Jeonnam-Gwangju to Stop Producing More Heavy 75-Liter Garbage Bags

Reduce injury risks for sanitation workers and meet demand for disposing of small amounts of waste
3-liter bags to go on sale starting in January 2027... Special bags for kimjang waste to be supplied

Seo-gu in Jeonnam-Gwangju will stop producing additional 75-liter pay-as-you-throw bags for general use and begin producing and selling 3-liter bags in January 2027. The move is intended to reduce the risk of injuries among sanitation workers collecting large bags and meet residents' demand for disposing of small amounts of waste more frequently.

Until now, 75-liter bags have been identified as a cause of increased injury risk for sanitation workers, as their weight rises considerably when they are filled. Based on feedback from residents and employees, Seo-gu has decided to stop producing bags in that size.

Instead, it will produce new 3-liter bags, which are smaller and more efficient. They are designed to meet demand for disposing of small amounts of waste as the number of one- and two-person households grows. Seo-gu expects that using smaller bags will reduce the burden of storing waste until enough has accumulated and help prevent odors and pests.

Seo-gu District Mayor Kim Igang said, "Environmental policies should take into account both residents' convenience in daily life and the safety of workers in the field. We will create a pleasant living environment."

Meanwhile, ahead of the kimjang season, Seo-gu will also sell bags designated for food waste on a temporary basis. They will be available from November through December 2026 and can be used to dispose of bulky food waste, such as cabbage leaves and radish greens, that is generated in large quantities during kimjang.

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