Municipal WGP Draft Credit 4: Litter Prevention and Reduction Infrastructure (x points)

Intent:

To beautify local areas, prevent materials from polluting the natural environment, and encourage proper handling of material by municipalities.

Requirements:

• Prevention
  • Implement a program that encourages the adoption of durable products such as reusable bags and cups and disincentivizes single-use alternatives; to complement SMMP policy.

• Reduction
  • Maintain a sufficient number of receptacles in public areas including walkways, parks, and other public places.
    • Receptacles should be both visible and have effective signage.
    • Receptacles must have openings that contain waste without impeding the introduction of new material (i.e. push flaps, tops).
  • Consistent and reliable servicing of receptacles.
    • A schedule is in place to appropriately empty receptacles nearing capacity.
    • Limit overflow events to zero (0) per year.

Potential Strategies

• Example methods include unified language, artwork, vibrant colors, and/or colors that coincide with universal understanding (i.e. blue for recycling, yellow for compost).
• In addition to trash, have multi-material disposal options (such as trash and recycling together).