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Wednesday February 22, 2012

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Zero Waste

Zero waste is a fresh approach to waste management and the use of resources. It goes beyond the “end-of-the-line” treatment of waste and promotes not only the three “R’s” (reduce, reuse, recycle), but also focuses on a “whole system” approach to the use of resources.

For Residents:

Composting

Eco Tips for Students

How to be a Smart Consumer

Reuse Tips

For Businesses:

Contractors & Developers

Restaurants & Food Services

Zero Waste for Manufacturers

Zero Waste in the Office

Click here to view the “Resolution of Support for Zero Waste Principles” adopted by the City of Irvine.

Zero Waste

  • What is Zero Waste?
  • How to be a Smart Consumer
  • Composting
  • How to Reuse Everyday Items
  • Eco Tips for Students
  • Zero Waste for Contractors & Developers
  • Zero Waste in the Office
  • Zero Waste for Manufacturers
  • Zero Waste for Restaurants & Food Services

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