More progress needed on Boulder’s path to zero waste

Boulder is a community that has long valued environmental sustainability and green living. Residents and employees alike have a long-standing commitment to taking care of the land, environment and community in which we work, live and play. As such, waste diversion is a community value throughout the city and Boulder County.

In fact, Boulder was one of the first cities to introduce both curbside recycling and composting for residents. Additionally, since the adoption of the first Zero Waste Strategic Plan by the City Council in 2006, the city has implemented programs, services and facilities with the…