Working toward a world without waste through public education and practical application of Zero Waste principles. Charter Principles
Convert waste to resources for the benefits of local production and the creation of a sustainable society.
Redesign products and methods of production to eliminate waste by mimicking natural processes and closed-loops
Resist incineration and land filling in order to promote innovation in resource conservation and methods of production
Collaborate with others with common interests worldwide
Organizations and Individuals interested in joining ZWIA should:
Fill in the information below agreeing to the mission statement and charter principles
Have their nomination seconded by a member of the ZWIA Planning Group.
Have the application approved by the ZWIA Planning Group.
Members can be individuals, NGOs, government agencies, institutions, Zero Waste Businesses, other commercial waste generators or Zero Waste service providers (e.g., reuse, recycling and composting businesses or NGOs). There are two public membership categories: organizational members and individual members. All are nonpaying, nonvoting members.
Every attempt will be made to seek worldwide membership that is as balanced and representative as possible. Representation will not be limited to one organization per country - any organization or individual that is prepared to sign the charter can apply.
