I have seen a lot of recent conversations around waste management, recycling, and sustainability. I want to understand this topic in greater depth.

What is waste management, and how has it become so critical in today's world? What benefits does effective waste management bring when it comes to minimizing pollution, preserving public health, and saving natural resources? Moreover, I am keen on knowing more about the various kinds of wastes, such as municipal solid wastes, plastic wastes, industrial wastes, hazardous wastes, e-wastes, battery wastes, tire wastes, and used oil wastes.

Finally, what are the best waste management techniques that we currently have, such as recycling, composting, waste-to-energy, and industrial waste management? How do waste management companies and environmental consultants assist businesses in complying with regulations and meeting their sustainability goals?

Every example or insight will be much appreciated.