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 Industrial,
commercial, and institutional (ICI) sectors produce more
than half the solid waste being disposed of in local landfills.
This comprises the environment and burdens business, as
waste removal and disposal are increasingly costly. Therefore,
an integrated and proactive approach to waste reduction
will not only protect the environment - it will benefit
ICI sectors by saving time and money, and by improving public
image.
Developing a waste reduction plan is the second
step in any serious attempt to reduce business waste. (The
first is to conduct a waste
audit). This kit provides step-by-step instructions
on how to develop a waste reduction plan for any business.
Simply review the information and undertake tasks that meet
your needs.
For more information contact the Regional
District of North Okanagan at (250) 550-3700 or email solidsolutions@rdno.ca
Why a Waste Reduction Plan?
Businesses develop waste reduction
plans to identify and priortize the steps needed to reduce
waste practically and cost-effectively. A good plan:
- Reflects the results of a waste audit;
- Sets priorities;
- Explores waste reduction options;
- Includes a cost/benefit analysis;
- Outlines a business-specific waste reduction
program;
- Establishes procurement practices and
regulatory considerations; and
- Enables and promotes implementation
and monitoring.
The user-friendly handouts included will
help you meet these objectives:
Step 1: Setting
Priorities (12Kb PDF)
Step 2: Exploring
Waste Reduction Options
(12Kb PDF)
Step 3: Conducting
a Cost/Benefit Analysis
(12Kb PDF)
Step 4: Designing
a Waste Reduction Program
(24Kb PDF)
Step 5: Revising
Procurement Policies
(12Kb PDF)
(All
5 Steps in one document - 40Kb
PDF)
Waste Reduction Strategy Handouts
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