Learn the basics of Sustainable Resource Management (SRM).

By the end of this lesson, participants will be able to:
•Identify what materials are being disposed and locate resources on existing disposal data.
•Explain what is meant by the term Sustainable Resource Management according to the National Standard Certification Board of the National Recycling Coalition
•Describe why wasting occurs and the various systems needed to manage waste and resources more sustainably
• Predict what materials currently have high levels of disposal
•Describe the fundamental principles and practices related to waste reduction and reuse; recycling and composting
•List at least 5 primary (or market) categories of resources or materials
•Explain the meaning of the various technical terms and language used in an SRM system.
•Summarize examples of 1-2 resources or materials within each primary (or market) category.
•State personal examples of items they currently use that are wasteful and could be eliminated
•Differentiate the different types of material streams among various sectors, such as residential and commercial.

Instructor: Judi Gregory