University of Wisconsin–Madison
Progressive Local Government
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Pay as You Throw (PAYT) A system for financing solid waste management
Type Fact Sheet or Infographic
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Level City or Town, County, Other Boards and Agencies
State(s) All States, Wisconsin
Source Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Policy Areas Economic Justice, Environment & Natural Resources
Traditional flat-fee garbage systems discourage waste reduction and overburden landfills, while offering residents little control over their trash costs. Pay-As-You-Throw (PAYT) programs charge households based on the volume of waste they produce, incentivizing recycling and composting,...
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