Participate in waste diversion programs
Getting involved in local waste diversion programs, such as recycling, composting, and proper hazardous waste disposal, helps keep valuable materials out of landfills and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. Organic waste that ends up in landfills produces methane, a potent greenhouse gas, but when composted, it becomes a nutrient-rich soil amendment. Recycling conserves resources and saves the energy that would otherwise be used to produce new products from raw materials. By participating in these programs, households and businesses can shrink their carbon footprint while supporting a more sustainable, circular economy.
Learn more at the following links:
City of Bloomington Waste Management Resources
