Community Zero Waste Plan

Adopted in 2017, the community zero waste plan serves as a guiding policy that outlines strategies for the community to implement to significantly reduce waste while reinforcing proper waste disposal practices. Within the plan, zero waste is defined as 90% of waste being either recycled or composted.

The community zero waste plan outlines a goal to recycle and/or compost at least 73% of waste by 2035. To achieve this goal, the community will need to reduce the amount of landfilled materials generated to 3.1 pounds per person per day. 

Read more about Menlo Park's community zero waste plan(PDF, 5MB).

Check out the zero waste management plan requirement as part of the city's green and sustainable building requirements.

Resources

Host a zero waste party and borrow a free party pack

Graphic promoting a zero waste, plastic-free party pack with a smiling Earth illustration and logos for 350 Silicon Valley and the City of Menlo Park

Zero waste party packs are free and available for Menlo Park residents to borrow. They are perfect for picnics, parties and casual get-togethers in the backyard or at the park. Party packs are available with complete table settings for up to 40 people –– that's plates, tumblers, utensils and cloth napkins –– all shatter-proof, plastic-free and easy to transport.

For more information or to reserve a party pack or connect with a volunteer host near you, please fill out the form at bit.ly/partypackmp.

This opportunity is brought to you by 350 Silicon Valley and funded by the City of Menlo Park Community Grant funding program. Please email menlopark@350siliconvalley.org with any questions.

Contact us

Joanna Chen
Management Analyst II
Email

650-330-6764