WASTE REDUCTION
Organics First: Putting Toronto on the Path to Zero Waste
Focusing on organics first in the new Waste Strategy will set Toronto on the path to zero waste.
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Green Energy from Toronto's Green Bins
Ontario is supporting the use of Renewable Natural Gas as one way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Ontario. One source can be found in our green bins.
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Waste Free Ontario Act passed!
On June 1st, the Government passed the Waste Free Ontario Act, an Act that could revolutionize resource management in Ontario --- or not.
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Benefits of Zero Waste
Zero waste protects the environment, benefits communities and supports a strong local economy.
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Pillars of Zero Waste
Now is the time to continue our zero waste journey, and the 6 Pillars of zero waste will help governments and businesses take the next step.
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Toronto's Waste Diversion Dips Back to 2012 Rate
Toronto's waste diversion rate is going in the wrong direction - not only did we fail to meet our projected increase, but our diversion rate fell to 2012 levels.
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Culture Of Waste Reduction Needed To Improve Progress Toward Diversion Goals - Condo Magazine
Culture Of Waste Reduction Needed To Improve Progress Toward Diversion Goals - Condo Magazine
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Earth Day - CBC News
As Toronto celebrates Earth Day, CBC News wanted to check in on how the city's doing when it comes to recycling our trash. Toronto Environmental Alliance was interviewed along with Mayfair on the Green and staff from Greenlane Landfill to highlight how we can do more as a city to reduce waste.
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