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Beyond Waste Progress Report - March, 2007

The Washington Department of Ecology has developed the following indicators that will track progress toward Beyond Waste Goals. The icons to the right are small graphs of trend information. Click on the small graphs or the underlined titles to get more details and related information.

How Much Waste is Washington Producing?


Solid Waste: Steadily increasing



Hazardous Waste: Recent leveling off



Risks from Toxins, Wastes & Products


Risks from Toxic Releases: Decreasing



Environmental Threats: (potential indicator)



What's the Progress on Beyond Waste?


Hazardous Waste Recycling: Decreasing over time



Electronics Recycling: Increasing



Solid Waste Recycling: Recent leveling off



Organics (compostables) Recycling: Gradually increasing



Economic Impacts: (potential indicator)



Green Building: Increasing