Organizations conduct waste audits to minimize the organization's waste impact on the environment. Organizations conduct waste audits voluntarily and as mandated by local, state and federal laws.

In December 2003, Robins AFB’s Environmental Management Division started applying lean to its waste collection processes, using methods such as Value-Stream Mapping (VSM), standard work, and 6S.

In an era where sustainable living is no longer a choice but a necessity, cities around the United States are racing to improve the way they handle waste. With densely populated urban centers ...

Many communities across the country and around the world are working towards zero waste. An example of why one community chose to establish a zero waste goal and plan is explained in the Executive ...

The handling and disposal of hazardous materials waste represents a critical responsibility within any scientific or research environment. A robust hazardous materials waste program is not merely a ...