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 reducing pollutants generated from transporting waste to disposal sites. Waste reduction and recycling activities also conserve natural resources.
Examples and resources related to this topic are displayed below the best practice goals.
Waste Reduction & Recycling Goals
Enhance existing waste reduction and recycling activities at agency buildings and in the community.
Implement source reduction, recycling and resource recovery programs for waste organic material. Produce compost, mulch, energy and fuels from organic waste stream.
Reduce office and commercial waste and increase recycling.
Source reduction, recycling and resource recovery programs for construction and demolition material.
Decrease carbon footprint of jurisdiction’s waste and recycling collection system.
The goal of the San Diego Area Green Business Program is to encourage "green" practices among businesses in the region by offering tools to implement more efficient and sustainable business operations.
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