Hitting 65 percent diversion with recycling, composting

Article Abstract:

The Waste Watch initiative was launched in Prince Edward Island, Canada in 1992. The initiative aimed to reduce landfill waste by 70% by separating recyclables and compostable organics. The 26-week pilot project achieved a diversion rate of 62.8%, with waste to landfill reduced by 31 tons. The East Prince Waste Management Facility was opened in 1994 offering a new landfill and composting facilities.

Canada, Refuse and refuse disposal, Waste disposal, Recycling (Waste, etc.), Recycling, Prince Edward Island

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Testing options for commercial food residuals diversion

Article Abstract:

San Jose, California, is developing a food residuals composting program. Browning-Ferris Industries is collaborating with this project.

Environmental policy, San Jose, California, Browning-Ferris Industries Inc., BFI

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Flexible processor simplifies commercial organics diversion

Article Abstract:

The B&J Composting Facility in Vacaville, California processes all food material including pre and post consumer residuals.

Food

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