With new funding under the CityLinks program, ICMA is working with local partners in the country of Georgia to improve waste management and recycling systems.
BY RYAN BELL (COUNTY OF ALAMEDA, CALIFORNIA) AND JON GIRE (NOW WITH CITY OF SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA) Many jurisdictions aiming for zero-waste operations or energy conservation have realized their buildings’ janitorial staff are critical partners. Here are some suggestions based on our experience working with the janitorial department at Alameda County on how to gain buy-in and support for sustainability efforts. (While we are working with County staff, these suggestions also apply to working with contractors.)
This briefing paper offers case studies from small communities that have implemented sustainability policies and are doing their part to protect the environment.