Zero waste, or waste minimization, is a set of

principles focused on waste prevention that

encourages redesigning resource life cycles so
that all products are repurposed and/or reused.
The goal of the movement is to avoid sending
trash to landfills, incinerators, oceans, or any
other part of the environment.

1
REFUSE
a y n o to things
Learn to s
o u do nt ne ed
y

2
REDUCE
Donate or sell. Le
t go of
the things that are
no
longer of use

3
REUSE
Switch disposable items
for reusable and
permanent alternatives

4
RECYCLE
Sort your waste
correctly and minim
ize
what you send to
landfill

5
R O T wn
Com post your o
ld w as te o r take
househo
in a co m p osing
part
or o rg an ic waste
program f