Effective waste and recycling policy is not just about setting goals. It is about designing requirements that communities can actually execute. From food waste diversion to mandatory commercial recycling, see how thoughtful policy design is driving real progress across the Southeast.

Construction and demolition debris is one of the largest portions of the waste stream in growing communities, and much of it is recoverable. Learn how targeted C&D recycling policies are helping communities across the Southeast turn disposal pressure into a diversion opportunity.

Organics represent one of the greatest opportunities for waste diversion, climate impact, and ESG performance. This article explores how communities can evaluate and implement organics programs, from food rescue to composting to anaerobic digestion, with the technical and market expertise needed to make them work.

Solid waste is often overlooked in sustainability planning, despite being a major opportunity for emissions reduction and measurable impact. This article highlights how RRS helps communities integrate solid waste expertise early in planning to develop practical, fundable strategies that improve diversion, align with climate goals, and drive long-term sustainability outcomes.