College - Author 1
College of Architecture and Environmental Design
Department - Author 1
Architectural Engineering Department
Degree Name - Author 1
BS in Architectural Engineering
Date
3-2022
Primary Advisor
James Mwangi, College of Architecture and Environmental Design, Architectural Engineering Department
Abstract/Summary
As population growth increases in Monterey, Fresno, Kern, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties, so does waste production. More waste is a cause for concern because landfills have limited capacities. In order to combat the increase in waste, cities, counties, and the state are creating recycling mandates to ensure waste is being handled appropriately. More specifically, the trash generated by residents and construction and demolition (C&D) materials are being recycled and reused instead of thrown into landfills. This report indicates that increases in recycling mandates in California cannot withstand the increase in waste generation from population growth. Another way to combat waste is to introduce ways to reuse materials. These ideas are explored via case studies and later in the paper.
URL: https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/arcesp/167