Reusable plastic bins and compostable bags are among the most popular. Most businesses contract with haulers to take their organic materials to centralized composting facilities. There they are shredded, composted, and the final product sold as a product to enhance soil. Some businesses have found ways to compost their organic materials on-site. What works best will depend on factors such as amounts of material produced, distance to the nearest composting facility, and space available.
Less waste means fewer and safer disposal sites, a cleaner environment and a stronger economy.
Nova Scotia is moving into the next century with a sustainable vision and a will to ensure that our natural resources are protected and business opportunities are maximized for future generations.