COMMUNITY MATERIALS MANAGEMENT TOOLKIT
Access reliable information and resources about how to overcome the barriers to a successful, sustainable recycling program.Fact Sheet on PAYT by www.payasyouthrow.org
A quick guide to using the US EPA's WasteWise data management system
Chicago C&D ordinance
Results of glass recycling survey of public sector, MRFs, and end markets
Product Stewardship Council toolkit for reducing single-use plastics in restaurants
5 tips for employees and top 10 backing practices for waste haulers - SWANA
NRDC explanation of legislation passed by Congress in 2015 to extend a tax deduction for businesses that donate food to a food bank or other charitable organization.
How to conduct a food waste assessment - US EPA
Whether you’re creating an entirely new recycling program or upgrading from another system, this implementation guide will help make the transition to single stream curbside cart collection of recyclables easier.
ITPI publication that helps advocates, policymakers, and other stakeholder better understand and analyze infrastructure project proposals, contracts, and related legislation that retains public control over shared public assets.
USCC checklist and guide for planning a workplace composting program
August 2016 report that evaluated Alabama's material recovery and recycling system and provided recommendations for improvement. SERDC & Alabama Recycling Partnership
Industry standards with training requirements how-to by the University of Tennessee Center for Industrial Services
A Resolution Adopting Zero Waste as a Guiding Principle and Supporting tge Creation of a Zero Waste Plan
ReFED guide for reducing food waste
This model toolkit provides rural jurisdictons with an evaluation process for the development and implementation of rural cooperative recyclig solid waste diversion programs.
How to make and use compost at home. Washington Organic Recycling Council
Product Stewardship Institute guide on best management practice strategies for setting up carpet stewardship programs
US EPA Full report on MSW trends for 2016 and 2017
This US EPA report presents information on recycling's role in the national economy, a methodology, and a framework for analysis.
US EPA Report analyzing MSW trends 2017
A report on tip fees by state and region.
White paper on compost and long-term soil health impacts on agriculture and food.
Considerations to keep in mind when negotiating recycling contacts for drop-off centers by The Recycling Partnership
The Recycling Partnership's toolkit with guidance for approaching MRFs and haulers, visual instructions and tools, tips, and tracking tools
The Recycling Partnership's toolkit with guidance for approaching MRFs and haulers, visual instructions and tools, tips, and tracking tools
ASTRX visual depiction and explanation of the recycling system
MRFs and materials markets
Report on disposable foodware with PFAs
Bans and Beyond: Designing and Implementing Organic Waste Bans and Mandatory Organics Recycling Laws
Food Law and Policy Clinic - Harvard Law School and Center for EcoTechnology toolkit that provides state and local government options for developing policies to address food waste.
Study on the benefits of C&D recycling and amounts of C&D waste generated
Sustainable Business Associates best practices guide for the hotel industry
A USCC document to assist yard waste composting facilities in expanding operations to include food residuals
NERC's guidebook for improving materials management at agricultural fairs, heritage days, flower and animal shows and other special events in rural communities
NRC PowerPoint presentation on planning and executing a public zero waste event
Illinois Recycling Association guide to support recycling drop-off centers by presenting best operator practices
The Recycling Partnership guide for addressing and responding to social media comments, including general best practices and specifc recycling related examples
Article by Stephen P. Lisauskas from WasteAdvantage Magazine September 2013
Article by Greg Peverall from WasteAdvantage Magazine August 2013
Article by Les Evans from WasteAdvantage Magazine July 2013
Hennepin County, MN guide to recycling of conventional recycling materials and organics.
NRC Fact Sheet on Best practices in containers and signage for recycling and composting
NRC Fact Sheet with reasons for keeping organics out of landfills
Foundation for Community Association Research guide for community association managers, board members, individual homeowners and related industry professionals.
Boulder County Trash, Recyclables, and Compostables Hauling Ordinances
A plan to organize and prioritize recommendations for reaching Zero Waste in Boulder County by 2025
State of Oregon DEQ briefing paper on the food waste hierarchy
US EPA guidebook on PAYT Part 2
How to buy and use compost. Dept of Ecology State of Washington
Guide highlighting the process of developing a comprehensive C&D recycling plan; policies and programs that could be included.
Tips for Contractors for comparing the cost of recycling vs. disposal of C&D waste
California Dept. of General Services guide to green practices at hotels
CalRecycle Model Construction and Demolition Diversion Ordinance
Agriculture as a Solution to Climate Change
How to recycle milk and juice cartons at your school - Carton Council