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Comprehensive recycling Include new materials and venues; expand participation & capture of targeted recyclables [Examples] Add recycling in new venues (e.g., workplaces, public spaces, public events), recycle new materials, recruit new recycling participants, replace demolition with deconstruction [GHG Outcome] Avoids GHGs from virgin material extraction/delivery; reduces GHG emissions from disposal (transportation and separation are still necessary, but landfilling or combusting is avoided) [Other Benefits] 
Avoids cost and non-GHG pollution from disposal, provides cheaper raw materials for manufacturers, sale of recovered materials can help pay for solid waste management
Climate Smart Waste Management - NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation