Zero Waste Programs

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What does “Zero Waste”
really mean?

“Zero Waste: The conservation of all resources by means of responsible production, consumption, reuse, and recovery of products, packaging, and materials without burning and with no discharges to land, water, or air that threaten the environment or human health.”

– Zero Waste International Alliance

Our Goal

Through our Zero Waste focus we aim to join the global Zero Waste movement led by citizens, governments, thought leaders and businesses that are determined to eliminate the concept of waste by building a sustainable world with better products, impactful jobs and a healthier planet.

We aim to connect local communities that are striving on their own and bring them together to achieve bigger, speedier and cost-effective transition to zero waste through the power of aggregation.

Resources for Creating
a Zero Waste Community
& Lifestyle

Sustainable Westchester is the “go-to-resource” for insights and recommendations to move our communities toward zero waste. Reducing trash and more efficient recycling is not just good for the planet but for the community’s bottom line, too. Let us help you determine if this is right for you or find other cost-effective, innovative, and collaborative solutions toward a goal of zero waste.

WHAT CAN WE DO? Sustainable Westchester can help you navigate the available resources and solutions.

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LEARN MORE ABOUT WESTCHESTER COUNTY
ZERO WASTE & RECYCLING INITIATIVES

County Executive assures everyone to continue recycling!
County Executive assures everyone to continue recycling!

County Executive assures everyone to continue recycling!



Where does my trash go?
Where does my trash go?

Where does my trash go?



What happens with my recyclables?
What happens with my recyclables?

What happens with my recyclables?



Join Westchester Zero Waste Advisory Committee

Sustainable Westchester invites all Westchester residents who are passionate about waste reduction and recycling to join Westchester Zero Waste Advisory Committee. This group meets once every quarter to share best practices.