Waste Prevention for Businesses

Recycling and composting are great. But not creating waste in the first place is even better! To save money and do the greatest good for the planet and your customers, prevent waste first.

Learn why waste prevention matters. Visit the options below to learn more about how you can prevent waste at work.

You can prevent waste at work by:

• buying and using less
• buying and making products that last longer
• buying used
• using less packaging
• choosing to repair and reuse
• sharing, donating, or re-selling items so others can use them
• processing and using food and yard waste onsite