World Changing

Can we imagine a day when, having sorted out our recyclables and compost-ables, then responsibly earmarked our “still perfectly good” stuff for reuse, we’ll have no trash left to drag to the curb? What are the solutions that will take the developed world from our current rates of over-consumption to zero waste?

Toronto Star

Multi-unit buildings in the city of Toronto may not see green bin collection service until July 2009. The original target was July 2008.

Statistics Canada stats show an upward trend in recycling and composting in Canada, but the amount varies greatly between cities. Higher diversion rates are seen in municipalities with better services and ease for residents to do so.

Both retailers and households need to pitch in to reduce waste. The green bin option proves to play a big role in waste diversion. Residents in Markham divert 70% of their waste, while residents in Toronto (where green bins aren’t readily available) only divert 42%.