DOCUMENT

ART - Green Purchasing Zero Waste 2011

  • YEAR CREATED: 2011
  • ENTITY TYPE: Scholarly Publication
  • TYPE OF DOCUMENT: ART - Article, Paper, Review, Survey, Report
The document discusses the concept of zero waste and how cities are implementing strategies to divert waste before it reaches landfills. It explains that zero waste aims to eliminate the need to send any waste to landfills by reusing, recycling, composting, or incinerating waste to generate electricity. The document also highlights the importance of purchasing professionals in modifying specifications to prioritize recycled-content, recyclable, and compostable products. It mentions that some well-known companies and cities, such as Wal-Mart, Honda, San Francisco, Seattle, and Austin, have declared zero waste goals. However, the document also mentions that many organizations are unaware that some of the waste they pay to have hauled away can actually be repurposed or recycled. It emphasizes the need for organizations to realize the potential value of their waste and explore ways to divert it from landfills. The document provides definitions of zero waste and discusses the challenges and benefits of pursuing zero waste initiatives. It also mentions specific cities, such as San Francisco and Seattle, that have made progress in diverting waste from landfills. The document concludes by emphasizing the need to go zero waste to save money and protect the environment.
MEMBERS ONLY DOWNLOAD
Advertisement

Similar Documents

Document
RFQ - Loudoun County Solid Waste Management Facility Cell R2 Bottom Liner System, 2021
Year Created: 2021
Document
ART - Environmental Purchasing 2009
Year Created: 2009
Document
ART - Interweaving Planning Procedures for Environmental Impact Assessment for High Level Infrastructure With Public Procurement Procedure 2006
Year Created: 2006