Moving to a new location requires a substantial amount of work. From organizing and scheduling to packing, hauling, and eventually unpacking, it’s a comprehensive process. Yet, once all these tasks are accomplished, there’s the responsibility of handling the waste generated by the move. Whether it’s a stack of cardboard boxes or furniture that underwent damage in transit, the significant heap of discarded materials demands proper disposal to prevent adding to the more than 8.4 million tons of moving-related trash discarded annually in landfills.

Infographic created by Moving Proz, a provider of moving services.