Helping Berkshire County Get to Zero Waste
What is zero waste? We define it as a practice that emphasizes the hierarchy of the three Rs: Reduce waste by eliminating unnecessary objects and materials, then Reuse those items to the fullest extent of their lifespan, and finally Recycle what is left. The goal is not to have absolutely zero waste, but to institute these practices and the philosophy of waste prevention into daily life, both at the individual and community-wide level. It is the collective result of instituting these practices that will reduce Berkshire County’s waste, making our home a cleaner and healthier place to live.
Learn to Recycle Right
Check out the Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Guide for 2024, a special publication of the Berkshire Eagle sponsored by the Springfield Materials Recycling Facility. This is a detailed guide to everything you need to know about recycling in Berkshire County, including a item-by-item “What do I do with…” section to answer all of your specific questions.