Zero Waste Principles and Practices Quiz

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Prevention of waste and a change in the way materials flow through society (correct)
The elimination of waste through reducing, reusing, and recycling
The management of waste at the end of the production cycle
Waste reduction through recycling

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The goal of the zero waste movement is to minimize waste generation and maximize recycling and composting, with the ultimate aim of sending no waste to landfills or incinerators.

Only a small percentage of global plastic is currently recycled, with the exact percentage being unknown.

Zero waste refers to a philosophy that aims to minimize waste generation and maximize recycling and composting, with the goal of sending no waste to landfills or incinerators.

Zero waste focuses on reducing waste generation, increasing recycling and composting rates, and promoting sustainable practices throughout the entire lifecycle of products.

According to the ZWIA, a zero waster is someone who reduces, reuses, and recycles their waste, with a goal of sending no waste to landfills or incinerators.