A waste opportunity

Untreated waste pours into a river

Source: © Shutterstock

What did you waste today that could have been used tomorrow?

Today, waste is getting a lot of attention for lots of reasons. Abel Wolman warned that ‘the daily evidence of our eyes and nose’ should tell us that we cannot ignore waste nor treat its disposal casually. As industry seeks ways to reclaim materials from waste products, consumers must play their part in the cycle of recycling.