This Commercial Waste Reduction and Recycling Resource Guide is designed to provide members of the commercial sector with information regarding the Mecklenburg County Source Separation Ordinance and the benefits a Waste Reduction and Recycling Program can provide to their business and the community.  It contains practical detailed information to assist a business in starting and/or enhancing a waste reduction program.

Introduction - Why should businesses be interested in Reducing Waste and Recycling?

Section I - Waste Reduction Options

Section II - How To Create & Implement a Waste Reduction Program

Section III - How to Implement a Recycling Program

Section IV - Why Recycle

Section V - Find the Cash in Your Trash

Section VI - Education Ideas

Section VII - Recognition Ideas

Section VIII - Litter Prevention and Control for the Business Community

Appendices:
A - How To Choose a Waste or Recycling Service Provider
B - Recycling A-Z - Markets for Recyclable Materials
C - County Recycling Drop-Off Center Map
D - How to Sponsor a Commercial Drop-Off Recycling Center
E - Sources for Recycling Containers
F - Just Say No to Junk Mail
G - Resources and Links
H - NC Recycling Legislation

Glossary

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