Creating Systemic Change Through Statewide Policy
Colorado recycles and composts only 16% of its waste—just half the national average of 32%. To significantly increase Colorado’s waste diversion, we need to change the system. We need to make recycling, composting, and other Zero Waste solutions more accessible and convenient to everyone in the state, regardless of which town they live in. The best way to achieve this is by adopting state policies that improve Zero Waste infrastructure, services, and programs, and help develop recycling end markets.
