Reducing your waste charges
The amount of mixed waste and how often the bin is emptied directly affect your waste bill. When you sort carefully and adjust the services to your needs, both the environment and your wallet benefit.
You will need
- Your latest waste bill
- Contact details for your local waste management company's customer service
- Sorting bins at home
- A composter, if you plan to compost your biowaste
Steps
Find out what your current bill covers
Check the bin size, emptying interval and prices on your waste bill. Look up your regional waste management company's price list and services on its website.
Monitor the amount of mixed waste
Sort more
Compost biowaste
Empty less often
Consider a shared bin
Work together in a housing company
Reduce waste already at the shop
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