
Zero waste is an approach aimed at achieving environmental sustainability through the efficient use of natural resources, minimizing waste generation, and properly managing recyclable waste. This system, supported by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Zero Waste International Alliance (ZWIA), can be implemented at individual, institutional and national levels. The concept of zero waste is based on preventing waste before it is generated, rather than merely disposing of it. T
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Zero waste is defined as a waste management philosophy that encompasses preventing waste, using resources more efficiently, reviewing the causes of waste generation to prevent or minimize its creation, and ensuring separate collection at the source and recovery of waste when it is generated. As the global population and living standards rise, increased consumption intensifies pressure on natural resources, disrupting ecological balance. Disposing of waste without evaluating it through recycling
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