What is the primary goal of waste diversion?

The primary goal of waste diversion is to reduce landfill contributions. This process involves implementing strategies to redirect waste away from landfills and instead promote recycling, composting, and other forms of waste recovery. By diverting waste, communities can significantly lower the volume of materials sent to landfills, which helps to minimize environmental pollution, conserve natural resources, and mitigate the long-term impacts of waste disposal.

By focusing on reducing landfill contributions, waste diversion supports sustainable practices that can lead to a more circular economy. This approach encourages the reuse and recycling of materials, ultimately leading to reduced dependence on landfill space and a decrease in greenhouse gas emissions associated with waste decomposing in landfills. In contrast, options that encourage increased waste production or illegal dumping do not align with the principles of sustainability and responsible waste management. Similarly, while enhancing waste collection methods can be beneficial, it does not directly address the core objective of reducing landfill usage, which remains central to waste diversion strategies.