You will need someone who is enthusiastic, organized and can communicate with co-workers, custodial staff and management. Find the Dollars in Your Garbage A waste assessment will help you look at what your business throws away, what is recycled and how much your business pays for garbage service. Meeting with program staff takes less than a hour, and it will help you target opportunities to reduce waste and save money. Brainstorm with employees about your business' operations to help identify waste reduction opportunities. See the Office Waste Reduction Checklist for some examples.
Most materials used in businesses are recyclable.
Office paper, mail, corrugated cardboard, plastics, scrap wood are just some examples. Click here for more information on the Resourceful Waste Management Guide , which has an A to Z directory of how to properly manage most of the materials generated in a business setting. Purchase Environmentally Preferable Products Waste reduction and recycling are integral parts of a success waste management program. To support these activities, exercise your purchasing power and choose environmentally preferable products. Remember, you can make a difference with every purchasing decision.