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Our members are the local governments of Massachusetts and their elected and appointed leadership.
Among other priorities, the new Massachusetts 2030 Solid Waste Master Plan emphasizes the importance of reusing goods and materials. Numerous Massachusetts libraries now offer a “Library of Things,” such as this one at the Peabody Institute Library in Danvers, where patrons can check out objects. (Photo courtesy MassDEP)
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection is inviting local officials to a webinar on Nov. 22 on the newly published Solid Waste Master Plan.
The 2030 Solid Waste Master Plan: Working Together Toward Zero Waste guides how Massachusetts will strive to manage our trash between now and 2030 — and beyond. The plan sets a waste reduction target of 30% by 2030 and 90% by 2050.
The webinar will cover the key points of the plan, as well as:
• How much trash do we create and what is in it?
• What are Massachusetts’ goals to reduce waste?
• What is Massachusetts planning to do to reduce our waste and recycle and compost more?
• What grant and assistance programs does the state offer for cities and towns and businesses?
• How can reuse, recycling and composting help grow jobs and businesses in Massachusetts?
There will be plenty of time for questions and answers at the end.
The one-hour Zoom webinar will begin at noon. Click here to register.
A confirmation email will contain information about joining the meeting.
The presentation will be recorded and shared online for viewing at a later date.