Zero Waste

 
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

For more information on how you can help and be a part of the Zero Waste movement, click here.