Fort Lauderdale Net Zero Plan 2025

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MUNICIPAL WASTE REDUCTION AND DIVERSION Solid waste facilities accounted for 3% of municipal GHG emissions in 2019. The interim projections for reduced GHG emissions from waste management improvements are shown in Figure 26 . These percentages represent changes from 2019 baseline GHG emissions and reflect emissions reductions forecasted in the LA scenario and the implementation of the municipal waste reduction strategy and action described in this Plan. A significant portion of emissions related to waste management will be reduced through external influences such as improved waste management processes, cleaner waste hauling options, reduced waste generation, and improved recyclability and diversion of waste. For more details on emissions reductions from the strategy described below, including projected emissions in MTCO 2 e, see Appendix B, Detailed Interim Goals .

FIGURE 26. PROJECTED CHANGES IN GHG EMISSIONS FOR WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DIVERSION STRATEGIES

Strategy: Waste Reduction and Diversion To meet the emissions reduction projections for waste disposal in municipal operations, the City will implement a phased strategy focused on minimizing emissions per unit of waste processed. ▪ By 2030, a 10% increase from the 2019 municipal baseline is projected as the City phases in the implementation of waste reduction and diversion strategies. ▪ By 2040, a 32% reduction from the 2019 municipal baseline requires more stringent guidelines and education around what can placed in the garbage, advocating for composting, and increasing recycling. ▪ By 2050, achieving an 97% reduction from the 2019 municipal baseline depends on using clean energy–powered garbage disposal facilities and companies, and reducing and eliminating single-use cartons and bottles.

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