EN22 Landfill Diversion Rate
| Percentage | F2006 | F2007 | F2008 | F2009 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Non-Hazardous Solid Waste (estimated) | 77 | 77 | 77 | 69 |
Landfill diversion rate estimates the percentage of total solid, non-hazardous waste prevented from going to landfill due to reuse, refurbishment or recycling. It is calculated by dividing the total weight of all materials recycled by the total weight of all incoming end-of-life material, for the period shown. It does not include materials that may have been disposed or recycled by individual facilities without notifying the Materials Management Business Unit.
The diversion rate decreased compared to last year due to two main reasons. There was a 1,077 tonne decrease in the amount of scrap metal recycled. BC Wood Recycling Facility instituted a clean up program where all pine poles that could not be used were sent to landfill. This resulted in an increase of 696 tonnes be sent to landfill.
Last Modified: Mar 25, 2010
