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Zero Waste initiatives

Moving the City of Philadelphia toward a zero waste future.

About

The City of Philadelphia’s Zero Waste initiatives engage residents, businesses, institutions, and City departments in reducing and diverting waste away from the trash to meet the City’s long-term zero waste goal.

Zero Waste initiatives include the following:

  • Municipal Building Waste Audit
  • Zero Waste Partnership
  • Community Composting Network and other food waste diversion programs
  • Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) Food Matters Regional Initiative
  • Support for Zero Waste policies, including the City’s plastic bag ban

Connect

Address
1515 Arch St.
13th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Email sustainability@phila.gov
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Zero Waste resources

Zero Waste Partnership
Engaging Philadelphia businesses and organizations in reducing waste and meeting their Zero Waste goals.
Food waste reduction
Tips and tools to help you reduce food waste at home or at work.
Zero Waste publications
Reports and plans related to the City of Philadelphia's Zero Waste initiatives.

Recycling and Donation Resource Finder

Want to reduce your waste?

Look up where to donate or recycle items in Philadelphia.

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