/sustainability/taxonomy/term/893/all en /sustainability/commitments/zero-waste <p>±«ÓãÖ±²¥ aims to become zero-waste by 2035 by attaining a diversion rate of 90 percent, based on the <a href="http://zwia.org/" rel="noreferrer noopener">internationally recognized standard.</a> </p> <p>In order to achieve this target, ±«ÓãÖ±²¥ will have to make changes in the campus infrastructure, supply chain, programs, and bolster education and engagement initiatives.  </p> <p>To meet a midterm goal of a 60% diversion rate by 2025, the University will install integrated waste sorting stations, expand compost collection and reduce the amount of waste generated.  </p> Mon, 22 Aug 2022 18:40:23 +0000 kelsey.litwin@mcgill.ca 3069 at /sustainability /sustainability/article/sustainability-office-welcomes-new-zero-waste-coordinator <blockquote> <p><em>Note: Pomerantz has since been named Supervisor: Sustainability, Contracts and Special Projects in the department of Building and Grounds. Learn more about ongoing waste reduction initiatives by <a href="/facilities/maintenance-operations/buildings/buildings-and-grounds/waste-reduction">clicking here</a>. </em></p></blockquote> Wed, 06 Jun 2018 21:41:02 +0000 Meghan Raffensperger 2737 at /sustainability