“Zero Waste California” is an initiative supported by the CA Government. They agree that California is a state rich in natural resources and those resources need to be protected. In that effort, Zero Waste California stretches beyond previously imagined goals. It is the ultimate in environmental stewardship—and a goal we can all work together to accomplish.
How can we zero our waste? Here are some options to promote recycling in CA, check them out before you book your dumpster at www.bookadumpster.com
CalMAX…a simple idea “One business’s trash is another business’s treasure.” Businesses, schools, and nonprofits can utilize CalMAX to search for available and wanted materials. An online materials exchange service designed to help businesses, organizations, local governments, industry, schools, and individuals find markets for non-hazardous materials that may otherwise be discarded.
The California Take-It-Back Partnership is collaboration between government and business to provide convenient locations for consumers to dispose of everyday items banned from the trash such as used batteries, fluorescent lamps, and electronic devices. To know where to go to drop off banned items please visit www.earth911.org
Recycle Plastic Grocery Bags - It will now be easier for consumers to recycle their plastic grocery bags. Most local grocery stores will be offering in-store recycling bins and reusable bags for purchase.
The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency’s website lets you calculate your “carbon footprint,” or personal/family greenhouse gas emissions. You can also find ways to lower your emissions while reducing your energy and waste disposal costs.
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