An important component of becoming energy efficient is managing resources wisely, including thinking about how to reduce your trash output. Did you know that the average American generates about 4.4 pounds of garbage a day (according to the EPA)? That’s just over 1600 pounds per year! This number does not include industrial waste or commercial trash.

Although these numbers are staggering, it is possible for each one of us to make changes in our everyday habits and remove some of our trash from the waste stream.

 Below are some great links that can give you more information about how to do it.

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Thurston County Solid Waste

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Learn how to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle in Thurston County

 

Construction & demolition debris represents a significant amount of the total solid waste produced in Thurston County. About 23%  of the garbage brought to the Thurston County Waste and Recovery Center at Hawks Prairie is construction and demolition debris.

Whether you’re a commercial builder or simply remodeling your own home, “building green” and recycling used building materials can make a big difference for your budget and the environment.” http://www.co.thurston.wa.us/solidwaste/recycling/recycling-demolition.htm