The largest sources of human-generated methane, a potent greenhouse gas, comes from improperly managed landfills. Thus, waste reduction and recycling activities reduce the potential to generate methane at landfills, as well as reduces pollutants generated from transporting waste to disposal sites.
Waste reduction and recycling activities also conserve natural resources.
Cities and counties are leading by example and undertaking a range of activities to create more sustainable communities. These case stories demonstrate the depth and richness of local agency waste reduction and recycling activities.
These resources will help inform your waste reduction and
recycling activities. Resources include links to organizations,
state and federal agencies, tools, guides and tip sheets to
support your work. You’ll also find examples of programs
and materials from cities and counties.
The Beacon Award is sponsored by the Statewide Energy Efficiency
Collaborative, which offers no-cost resources to support the
energy and climate initiatives of California local governments.
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The largest sources of human-generated methane, a potent greenhouse gas, comes from improperly managed landfills. Thus, waste reduction and recycling activities reduce the potential to generate methane at landfills, as well as reduces pollutants generated from transporting waste to disposal sites.
