Reducing and Diverting Waste

Currently, everything we create, use, grow, and eat needs a place to go when we're done with it.

Some materials, like plastic, can take generations to break down, while others, like food, release harmful GHGs into the air when they do.

But if we find other ways to deal with waste—like recycling, composting, and reducing how much we make—we can have a positive impact, release less GHG, save natural resources, and create more jobs and economic opportunities.

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3.7 Increase participation in waste reduction and recycling

3.7 a - Divert 15% of municipal solid waste from landfills

3.7 b - Increase participation in curbside recycling to 60%

3.7 c - Increase the amount of food rescued and reduce food waste

3.8 Develop a Zero Waste Plan to increase waste diversion

3.8 a - Publish a Zero Waste Strategy identifying long-term targets for waste diversion and materials management

3.9 Pilot community and commercial composting initiatives

3.9 a - Pilot community food scrap and yard waste drop-off sites in partnership with local compost processors

3.9 b - Pilot commercial composting in municipal buildings

3.9 c - Train health inspectors on food donation and rescue. Provide resources to Detroit businesses

3.10 Work with other Municipalities in the region to drive down industrial emissions

3.10 a - Create task force with relevant regional stakeholders to address industrial emissions

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