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Hawaii County report excerpt
Resource filed under Waste to Wealth, Zero Waste & Economic Development | Written by Neil Seldman | No Comments | Updated on Mar 13, 2009

Zero Waste Implementation Plan for the County of Hawai’i

The content that follows was originally published on the Institute for Local Self-Reliance website at http://www.ilsr.org/zero-waste-implementation-plan-for-the-county-of-hawaii/

The County of Hawai’i (a.k.a. Big Island), having signed a Zero Waste resolution in December 2007, has taken extraordinary steps toward sustainable resource management. This is the Zero Waste Implementation Plan, requested by the County Council and completed by Richard Anthony Associates, Hidden Resources and ILSR in March 2009. Continue reading

Zero Waste Replacing Waste Management Cover
Article, Resource filed under Waste to Wealth, Zero Waste & Economic Development | Written by admin | No Comments | Updated on Feb 1, 2009

Zero Waste Planning Information and Resources

The content that follows was originally published on the Institute for Local Self-Reliance website at http://www.ilsr.org/zero-waste-planning-information-and-resources/

Twenty-five years ago, many solid waste planners thought no more than 15% to 20% of the municipal waste stream could be recycled. Today numerous communities have surpassed 50% recycling, and many individual establishments — public and private sector — such as office buildings, schools, hospitals, restaurants, and supermarkets have approached 90% and higher levels. A handful… Continue reading

Austin Zero Waste cover
Article, Resource filed under Waste to Wealth, Zero Waste & Economic Development | Written by admin | No Comments | Updated on Dec 4, 2008

City of Austin’s Zero Waste Plan

The content that follows was originally published on the Institute for Local Self-Reliance website at http://www.ilsr.org/city-of-austins-zero-waste-plan/

Earlier this year, by adopting the State’s first Zero Waste Plan for a Texas community, the City of Austin took an important step to move toward a more sustainable future. Austin’s Zero Waste Plan takes into consideration Austin’s current and planned public and private solid waste infrastructure, as well as the city’s Climate Protection Program…. Continue reading

stop trashing the climate cover
Resource filed under Composting, Stop Incineration, Waste to Wealth | Written by admin | No Comments | Updated on Jun 5, 2008

Stop Trashing the Climate

The content that follows was originally published on the Institute for Local Self-Reliance website at http://www.ilsr.org/stop-trashing-the-climate/

Released to coincide with the UN’s World Environment Day on June 5th, this report documents the link between climate change and unsustainable patterns of consumption and wasting. The study dispels myths about the climate benefits of landfill gas recovery and waste incineration, outlines policies needed to effect change, and offers a roadmap to significantly reduce… Continue reading

2007wtwreport
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Waste to Wealth – 2007 Annual Report

The content that follows was originally published on the Institute for Local Self-Reliance website at http://www.ilsr.org/13255/

Our program continued its tradition of solving problems in ways that reinforce economic and environmental security. Our work continues to help community development organizations, small businesses and government agencies increase productive employment, recover increasing amounts of valuable recycled materials and products, save environmental resources, and lower operating costs. Full Report (228 KB) Also a 2006 Report… Continue reading

Resource filed under Waste to Wealth | Written by admin | No Comments | Updated on Sep 11, 2007

Reduce, Reuse, Refill! Website Launched

The content that follows was originally published on the Institute for Local Self-Reliance website at http://www.ilsr.org/reduce-reuse-refill-web-site-launched/

ILSR’s new web site is the only web site dedicated to promoting refillable beverage containers. It contains information on policies that support refilling, where they work, how to revive refilling in the U.S., and many links to more information. Launched with support from the GrassRoots Recycling Network. http://www.grrn.org/beverage/refillables/index.html Continue reading

Compost Tractor and windrow
Article filed under Composting, Waste to Wealth, Zero Waste & Economic Development | Written by admin | No Comments | Updated on Sep 11, 2007

Recycling and Composting Policy Agenda Drafted; Comments Sought

The content that follows was originally published on the Institute for Local Self-Reliance website at http://www.ilsr.org/recycling-and-composting-policy-agenda-drafted-comments-sought/

Twenty-three veteran recycling and composting activists met in a two-day retreat in June 2007 to prepare policy guidelines to accelerate diversion of discarded materials from landfills and incinerators. The document, upon refinement and approval by a broader number of activists, will be circulated among state, local and federal decision-makers for consideration. View the background statement,… Continue reading

Resource management in Delaware
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Resource Management in the State of Delaware

The content that follows was originally published on the Institute for Local Self-Reliance website at http://www.ilsr.org/resource-management-in-the-state-of-delaware/

ILSR’s 2007 Report to the Delaware State Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) presents an approach for changing solid waste management to resource management in this small Mid-Atlantic state. ILSR recommends a surcharge to finance infrastructure development for the public and private sectors. The $6 per ton surcharge would raise $20 million in… Continue reading

Windows in reuse store
Resource filed under Deconstruction, Waste to Wealth, Zero Waste & Economic Development | Written by admin | No Comments | Updated on Jul 16, 2007

Susquehanna Deconstruction Pilot Project Report

The content that follows was originally published on the Institute for Local Self-Reliance website at http://www.ilsr.org/susquehanna-deconstruction-pilot-project-report/

In 2004, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection awarded the Institute for Local Self-Reliance (ILSR) a grant to assess the supply and demand for recoverable residential building materials in Southeastern Pennsylvania. This report presents our findings and recommendations. Continue reading

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Deconstruction Assessment in Cleveland, Ohio

The content that follows was originally published on the Institute for Local Self-Reliance website at http://www.ilsr.org/deconstruction-assessment-in-cleveland-ohio/

Spring 2007 The George Gund Foundation of Cleveland funded ILSR to research, conduct site visits, and prepare a report about the current status of deconstruction in Cleveland with recommendations for supporting the industry’s growth. ILSR staff, Neil Seldman and Linda Knapp, met with key public and private stakeholders in Cleveland from May 24-26, 2007. Research… Continue reading

unbuilding
Article filed under Deconstruction, Waste to Wealth | Written by admin | No Comments | Updated on Mar 1, 2007

Unbuilding: Salvaging the Architectural Treasures of Unwanted Houses

The content that follows was originally published on the Institute for Local Self-Reliance website at http://www.ilsr.org/unbuilding-salvaging-the-architectural-treasures-of-unwanted-houses/

The country’s two leading expert advocates for salvaging parts of unwanted houses rather than demolishing them explain the “green” art of unbuilding (or deconstruction) and take the reader on a fascinating tour of the process. Continue reading

Waste to Wealth 2007 Activities Report
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Waste to Wealth – 2007 Annual Report

The content that follows was originally published on the Institute for Local Self-Reliance website at http://www.ilsr.org/waste-to-wealth-2007-annual-report/

For 33 years ILSR’s “Waste to Wealth” program has helped to convert wastes from environmental and economic liabilities into valuable resources that contribute to community development. In 2007, our work has focused on the following: encouraging sustainable biomaterials to replace fossil-fuel-based plastics developing green industrial parks salvaging building materials through deconstruction deterring waste incineration projects… Continue reading

Resource filed under Waste to Wealth, Zero Waste & Economic Development | Written by admin | No Comments | Updated on Feb 13, 2007

Resource Management in the State of Delaware

The content that follows was originally published on the Institute for Local Self-Reliance website at http://www.ilsr.org/12951/

ILSR’s 2007 Report to the Delaware State Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) presents an approach for changing solid waste management to resource management in this small Mid-Atlantic state. ILSR recommends a surcharge to finance infrastructure development for the public and private sectors. The $6 per ton surcharge would raise $20 million in… Continue reading

WtW 2006 Annual Report
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Waste to Wealth – 2006 Report on Activities

The content that follows was originally published on the Institute for Local Self-Reliance website at http://www.ilsr.org/waste-to-wealth-2006-report-on-activities/

Our program continued its tradition of solving problems in ways that reinforce economic and environmental security. Our work continues to help community development organizations, small businesses and government agencies increase productive employment, recover increasing amounts of valuable recycled materials and products, save environmental resources, and lower operating costs. Read Waste to Wealth 2006 Report (PDF) Continue reading