Waste Minimization
Minimizing waste means using less stuff, reusing what you can, and recycling as much as possible.
"The best hope for learning to live sustainably lies in schooling that returns to the real basics: experiencing the natural world; understanding how nature sustains life; nurturing healthy communities; recognizing the consequences of how we feed ourselves and provision our institutions; knowing well the places where we live, work, and learn."
Zenobia Barlow, Co-founder and Executive Director Center for Ecological Literacy
Recycle Duplicator Ink and Toner Bottles (TDSB specific procedure)** -
Conduct a Waste Audit - Discover how much waste your school is producing so you can start reducing!
Divert Textile Waste - Reduce, reuse, repurpose, repair, and recycle old textiles such as clothes, shoes, and bedding, and help to divert waste from the landfill.
EcoCode - Is your school’s environmental policy or mission statement that demonstrates your commitment to climate action.
Env. Fair or Conference - Organize a day of environmental learning for your school or broader community.
GOOS Paper - Get creative and reduce paper use at your school by using Good On One Side paper bins throughout your school.
Reduce Single-use Plastics - Raise awareness and take a pledge to reduce the use at your school.
Reduce Your Food Waste - Get your school ready to reduce avoidable food waste through an awareness campaign and school-wide pledge.
Repurposing and Innovative Recycling - Recycle or repurpose items that are not recyclable through the regular recycling stream and help to divert waste from the landfill.
Sort Your Waste - Keep waste out of the landfill with a five-star waste sorting program!
The Great Gulp - Take a synchronized gulp of tap water to raise awareness about drinking water and the importance of reducing single-use plastic waste!
Vermicomposting - Get your hands dirty and turn your food scraps into nutrient-rich soil.
Waste-free Lunch - Reduce your school’s waste by encouraging students and staff to bring waste-free lunches!
Waste-free Meetings - Make your next school event or meeting waste-free!
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