Waste that is dumped in our landfills is more than just unattractive; it pollutes local soil and waterways, takes up valuable land, and decomposition of materials contributes to climate change. There are many ways we can reduce the waste that goes to those landfills. We can reduce and repair items, turn organic material into compost and mulch, and take meaningful actions to reduce the amount of waste we generate. The aim of the Sustainability Department’s Waste Reduction team is to reduce the amount of waste generated, and increase diversion of recyclables and organics from the landfill through our work with residents, businesses, schools, and others.
