Incentive Programs for Local Government Recycling and Waste Reduction

Manufacturer and Retailer Incentives

Many policies and economic incentives can impact business decisions regarding waste management, including:

• Recycling planning requirements
• Waste diversion requirements
• Source separation requirements
• Product bans
• Landfill bans
• Procurement requirements
• Take-back requirements
• Deposits
• Advanced recycling fees
• Land use permit conditions
• Zoning issues

These are discussed in detail in a companion case study in this series entitled "Business Recycling Plans and Policies."

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Last updated: October 26, 2007