Philadelphia’s long-term Zero Waste goal is to fully eliminate the use of landfills
and conventional incinerators by 2035.
How Will We Get There?
To do this, Philadelphia will reduce and divert 90% of the waste generated in the city away from the trash. The Zero Waste and Litter Cabinet has developed a Zero Waste strategy focused on:
- Reducing waste in buildings
- Reducing waste at events
- Engaging Philadelphia’s residents, businesses, and institutions in Zero Waste
- Exploring new ways to reduce and divert waste
Download the Zero Waste and Litter Cabinet’s Action Plan to learn what strategies the Cabinet has set out to advance Philadelphia toward a Zero Waste and litter-free future.
Zero Waste Programs
Municipal Building Waste Audit
Establishing waste reporting requirements for municipal buildings and providing building managers with tools and resources to understand their waste and reduce it
Zero Waste Events
Providing event organizers with resources to help them reduce and divert waste, using Philadelphia’s robust public events calendar and growing tourism industry to promote our city’s commitment to sustainability
Zero Waste Partnership
Whether you’re a Philadelphia business, organization, or community group, you can take actions to reduce your waste and play a part in advancing Philadelphia toward its Zero Waste goal