GovernmentLocal governments in Colorado have a responsibility for promoting and protecting public health, and as such have a role in solid waste systems. This does not mean that local governments must be owners or operators – but that governments are ultimately responsible for making sure that that existing waste-related programs and facilities (whoever provides them) meet the health and waste management needs of their communities. Electronic Devices Banned from LandfillsIn order to encourage recycling of electronics and to protect the environment in Colorado, certain electronic devices are banned from landfill disposal after July 1, 2013. Find out more, download the Electronics Law Fact Sheet. The State of Colorado provides a list of certified e-cyclers and resources and toolkits for sharing this information with residents and businesses. Recycling Arguments and AnswersCommon Facts and Misconceptions About Recycling Local Government Case StudiesThe following are case studies from Colorado governments that have evaluated and/or changed their collection systems. Contact information is included, so you can talk to individuals about their experience.
Local Government OrdinancesCardboardOn March 5, 2013, Fort Collins became the first community in Colorado requiring corrugated cardboard to be recycled or reused Zero WasteOn June 16, 2015, Boulder adopted new universal zero waste requirements that seek to expand recycling and composting to all Boulder residents, employees and visitors Public Space RecyclingRecycle On The Go was an EPA initiative to encourage recycling in public places such as parks, stadiums, convention centers, airports, and shopping centers. Keep America Beautiful provides a public space recycling guide. |
