Waste hierarchy

The Zero Waste Hierarchy describes a progression of policies and strategies to support the Zero Waste system, from highest and best to lowest use of materials. It is designed to be applicable to all audiences, from policy-makers to industry and the individual. It aims to provide more depth to the internationally recognized 3Rs

Waste 101 will give you a visual tool to help you make better decisions better purchasing a product and at the end of it's life.

The Waste Hierarchy is a framework for managing waste in an environmentally friendly way.

Waste management is the process in which the wastes are being collected, processed, and recycled to convert them into useful products or to...

How the waste management hierarchy creates a sustainable future. With smarter choices at home and in business we're all part of the solution.

Are you all set for your Earth Day celebration… or are you like me (on most years) and forget about it until the last minute. It’s sad but true Earth Day sneaks up on me every year. If this has happened to you too, don’t feel bad because you’re NOT ALONE!!! I don’t know about you, but Earth Day is right about the same time as our statewide testing. As you can imagine, the last thing on my mind is Earth Day. The truth of the matter is that we get caught up with test prep + making sure our…

The dawning of a new year presents an opportune time to consider what we can let go of and how to dispose of these items with minimal negative impact. Waste Hierarchy Curbside recyclables Wisconsin’s recycling law bans certain materials from being thrown away in landfills or incinerators. Many types of paper and containers can be co-mingled for curbside recycling in our community (including newspapers, magazines, cardboard, office paper, junk mail, computer paper, phone books, envelopes…

In this simple guide, we’ll run you through the six levels of the waste hierarchy to help you manage your household waste!

The Waste Hierarchy sounds like the dullest thing imaginable, but I have to confess that I kind of love it.I've even updated it for 2019 with an extra layer at the bottom: RETHINK. I've recorded a podcast episode on the subject, but I figured that with Christmas bearing down on us it was worth a reminder […]