Source reduction, also known as waste prevention or pollution prevention, is the elimination of waste before it is created. It involves the design, manufacture, purchase or use of materials and products to reduce the amount or toxicity of what is thrown away. Source Reduction means stopping waste before it happens.
What does source reduction means?
Source Reduction refers to the reuse of products and the change in the design, manufacture, purchase, or use of materials or products to reduce their amount or toxicity before they become municipal solid waste.
What is a method of source reduction?
Source reduction, also known as waste prevention, means reducing waste at the source, and is the most environmentally preferred strategy. It can take many different forms, including reusing or donating items, buying in bulk, reducing packaging, redesigning products, and reducing toxicity.
