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Zero waste guide

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Food is the largest component of landfilled waste. Image: Pexels/Sarah Chai

Paige Bennett
Writer, EcoWatch
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A reusable bag with food inside.
In 2000, the larger zero-waste movement began to take place. Image: Unsplash/Ello

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Recycling and composting create more jobs for local economies. Image: Unsplash/Globelet Reusable

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Zero waste is becoming more mainstream. Image: REUTERS/Nyancho NwaNri
Multiple reusable food containers on a map.
Hawaii’s first zero-waste to-go container program has helped local restaurants provide reusable food containers. Image: Unsplash/Sandra Harris
Reusable cups going in storage.
People trying to reduce waste sent to landfill. Image: Unsplash/ Globelet Reusable

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