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Recommendation SW9: Educate the public and businesses on the benefits and practice of waste reduction and recycling.

Maximize the effectiveness of education efforts. Emphasize the benefits of recycling and reduction to avoid greenhouse gas creation. Analyze and improve utilization of existing education programs. Coordinate with local government efforts and propagate the most effective strategies and programs. Strengthen educational programs and strive for consistent messages that spread the Beyond Waste vision. When possible, use grants to leverage education messages.

Milestone SW K: Education efforts that promote waste reduction and recycling are in place and complement local and regional efforts. The relationship to greenhouse gases is emphasized.

Links and Resources

• Waste Reduction and Recycling 
• Washington State Recycling Association Hot Topics (Exit Ecology)
• Toxic Free Tips
• 1 800 RECYCLE Hotline Database

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