C2: Commit to Reduce Total Discards Annually – Above Green

(1 point)

INTENT

To ensure that continuous improvements are made to reduce the remaining excess that goes to landfills, incinerators, and the environment.

REQUIREMENTS

Develop and adopt written statement of commitment to continuous improvement which includes reducing the remaining residue that goes to landfills or incinerators by at least 1% of baseline disposal each year and/or to address other zero waste business principles over time.

POTENTIAL STRATEGIES

Evaluate zero waste program and potential for improvement. Continue research into different markets to identify outlets for difficult to recycle commodities. Set a goal and establish in writing or revise current zero waste or sustainability policies to include it.

SUBMITTAL DOCUMENTATION

Narrative detailing the plan to implement the yearly commitment to reduce waste by at least 1% of baseline disposal.
Copy of written statement which must include reducing the remaining residue that goes to landfills or incinerators by at least 1% of baseline disposal each year and/or to address other zero waste business principles over time.