zero-waste

adjective

ze·ro-waste ˈzir-(ˌ)ō-wāst

ˈzē-(ˌ)rō-ˈ

variants or zero waste

: generating little or no waste

a zero-waste event

zero-waste manufacturing

zero waste noun

The creative waste management strategy of "zero waste" is a combination of community and industrial responsibility that includes deconstruction in spite of demolition, composting to keep odorous organic waste out of landfills, recycling, and a screening facility to allow more separation and reuse of waste rather than incineration. —

Aimee Dolloff

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Here, at Thailand’s first urban farm and zero-waste restaurant, sustainability is the driving force behind everything: from the produce sourced from its organic farm, to the rainwater harvested and reused in its aquaponics system, not to mention its commitment to supporting the local community. —

Isabelle Kliger, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025 At that time, organizers tapped Belgian interior architect, decorator and artist Lionel Jadot, famous for his zero-waste projects, as Designer of Year Hospitality at the fair. —

Sofia Celeste, WWD, 15 Jan. 2025 Opting for sustainable gifts—like tree-planting initiatives, zero-waste kits, and pre-loved treasures— can contribute to a future that prioritizes biodiversity, combats climate change, and reduces waste. —

Dianne Plummer, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024 Tribute Brand launched the physical collections to promote zero-waste fashion, and all the pieces are made from deadstock. —

Rhonda Richford, WWD, 18 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for zero-waste