Zero Waste San Diego is a 501(c)3 non-profit is supported by the efforts of dedicated, community-minded volunteers who share the vision of a healthier environment and more vibrant economy through Zero Waste. non-profit organization committed to promoting a healthier environment and more vibrant economy through Zero Waste. We promote the benefits of Zero Waste through workshops, education, outreach, event-greening, community organizing, reuse and film festivals, and consulting for businesses and governments.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to create, promote, and manage zero waste programs and events, advocate for resource management policy change, and educate people on how they can move toward a sustainable lifestyle.

We want to change the way society thinks about Earth’s resources so we can collectively change our behavior around what we consume. When we understand that our discards are actually resources and how we interact with them matter, we can start making a real difference toward achieving zero waste.

Through education, awareness, and action, we, as consumers, have the power to change our lives, our community, and the planet for the better.

And it starts with how we manage our resources.

OUR OBJECTIVES

• Maximize management and conservation of resources
• Reduce discard-related greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to global warming
• Educate and persuade citizens, businesses, and governments in the San Diego County region to adopt and enact zero-waste principles
• Provide ideas and guidance through the process of making and implementing zero waste plans in our region