Canada s Waste Reduction Week Oct 15-21 - Just A Place To Start...
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Canada's Waste Reduction Week (Oct 15-21) ?" A Starting Point for Change
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Many people feel overwhelmed by environmental issues and doubt that their efforts can make a difference. Social barriers can also hinder actions. It's important to dismiss these negative thoughts. Waste reduction is not about ego; it's about our planet's health and our nation's future.
Keywords: recycle, reuse, environment, waste, garbage, trash, city, compost, worms
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Canada's Waste Reduction Week, held annually in mid-October, is a perfect opportunity to consider how we can all contribute to effective waste management. While some feel that their individual efforts are inconsequential amidst global environmental challenges, others face social pressures. For instance, a woman once shared her reluctance to buy second-hand items or conserve energy, fearing she'd be perceived as stingy, despite her affluent lifestyle. Yet, she made a point to visibly recycle, as it was socially acceptable. Waste Reduction Week encourages us to overcome such misconceptions. Waste reduction isn't about pride; it's essential for our nation's and planet's well-being.
Looking to Nova Scotia for Inspiration
Communities across Canada could learn from Nova Scotia's impressive success in waste reduction. Leading the country with a 46% reduction in landfill waste, Nova Scotia saves about $31 million annually by maximizing the use of organic and recyclable materials. A remarkable 99% of residents have access to curbside recycling (Blue Box) services, and 76% can use curbside organic services (Green Box). Many cities promote composting for residents with yards and worm bins for apartment dwellers.
Residents find they put out less trash, as both the smell and volume are reduced. Additionally, waste management companies offer discounts to households that produce less waste, providing a financial incentive. Businesses, including restaurants and coffee shops, can significantly cut their waste removal costs by recycling organic waste.
Enhancing Efficiency in Waste Management
We can make the waste management process more efficient by only placing full garbage bags and recycling boxes on the curb. This reduces the number of stops garbage trucks make, minimizing idling and cutting fossil fuel consumption?"vehicle idling accounts for 3% of air pollution. Collapsing cardboard and paperboard boxes before recycling further optimizes space, decreasing the number of bins required for transport.
The Impact of Recycling
Recycling alone greatly benefits the environment. Studies indicate that if 100 apartment units fully recycled, they could save approximately 22 thirty-foot trees, 27 cubic yards of landfill space, 8,389 kilowatts of electricity, and reduce air pollution by 77 pounds in just a year.
These seemingly minor choices and efforts in waste management can indeed lead to significant changes. Let's embrace Waste Reduction Week as a stepping stone to creating a healthier planet.
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