Zero Waste is a national movement of trying to become a sustainable society that uses waste as a resource. It focuses on reducing Markham's environmental footprint by reducing our waste and recycling and composting.
In 2008, Markham became a part of the Zero Waste movement.
What can you do to help?
- reduce energy use
- buy items with little packaging
- use reusable bags
- use a reusable water bottle instead of buying plastic water bottles.
- recycle everything you can
- use your green bin and a backyard composter
- use energy saving light bulbs
- hang your clothes to dry instead of using a dryer
- help pick up litter if you see any