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About WasteWise
WasteWise, launched in 1994, has more than 2000 partners. Learn more about:
Eligibility
Businesses, local governments, and non-profit organizations of all sizes and from all industry sectors can join WasteWise. WasteWise partners range from small local governments and nonprofit organizations to large, multinational corporations. View a list of WasteWise partners.
The WasteWise Endorser Program engages state and local government agencies, trade associations, nonprofit organizations, and businesses to help educate their members and constituents about the benefits of reducing solid waste. View a list of WasteWise endorsers.
Benefits
- Reduced purchasing and waste disposal costs;
- Toll-free helpline for technical assistance;
- Annual Climate Profile describing greenhouse gas reduction;
- Public recognition in WasteWise publications, case studies, and meetings;
- Networking in member and regional forums;
- Opportunity to receive WasteWise Awards that recognize outstanding achievements; and
- Outreach and educational materials.
Targeted Wastes
WasteWise targets the reduction of municipal solid waste and select industrial wastes. Municipal solid waste includes materials that could end up in an organization's (or its customers') trash, such as:
- Corrugated containers
- Office paper
- Yard trimmings
- Packaging
- Wood pallets
Partners can also address industrial wastes such as:
- Non-hazardous batteries
- Coal combustion products
- Foundry sand
- Non-hazardous sludges
- Oil filters
- Non-hazardous ink
- Porcelain