Sustainability: Waste Reduction
- 9 topics | 28m 59s
- Up to 30 languages
- Transcripts
There are several options available to businesses for managing potential waste. However, it's essential that organizations take a fresh look at existing practices in order to maintain sustainability. This course covers the definitions and methods for the 4Rs – reduce, reuse, recycle, and repair. It also covers sustainable consumption and production, the circular economy, and the methods to reduce waste in commercial offices.This course was developed with subject matter support provided by Pinchin Ltd., an environmental, health and safety consulting firm with offices across Canada. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
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define the 4Rs of waste reduction
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recognize methods for sustainable production and consumption
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recognize the 4Rs as well as methods for sustainable production and consumption
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recognize the key principles of the circular economy
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identify the key elements of the circular economy
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recognize waste diversion strategies for your office
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recognize common commercial office waste reduction strategies
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identify strategies for waste diversion and waste reduction for your office
IN THIS COURSE
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Sustainability: Waste Reduction1m
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The 4Rs for Waste Reduction4m
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Sustainable Production and Consumption3m
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Knowledge Check: The 4Rs and Sustainable Methods3m
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The Circular Economy4m
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Knowledge Check: The Circular Economy2m
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Waste Diversion2m
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Common Waste Reduction Strategies2m
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Knowledge Check: Reducing Waste in the Office2m
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