Zero waste is an ecological movement that aims to reduce the amount of waste we produce. The main objective is to minimize the waste that ends up in landfills, oceans or is incinerated. The concept is to rethink the way we consume, produce and dispose of our waste by adopting a more sustainable lifestyle.

So how do we get started with zero waste?

To reduce our waste production, there are several sustainable alternatives to disposable products including plastic bags, plastic bottles, disposable utensils, plastic packaging, etc. We can replace these items with sustainable alternatives. We can replace these items with more sustainable alternatives such as reusable cloth bags, reusable stainless steel or glass water bottles, stainless steel or bamboo utensils, reusable packaging, etc.

Proper recycling and composting can also reduce waste production.

Recycling allows for the reuse of materials that can be made into new products, such as paper, glass, plastic and metal. And in order for recycling to be effective, it must be done correctly, so it's important to separate recyclable waste and place it in the proper recycling bins. Make sure you know the sorting rules of your city or community to recycle properly.

Composting is the process of breaking down organic waste into nutrients that can be used to fertilize plants. We can separate organic waste, such as food scraps and leaves, and compost them instead of throwing them away.

Reuse: Before you throw something away, think about how you can reuse it. Cans, glass jars, cereal boxes and other items can be used for storage or for craft activities for example.

But before all that, it is necessary to think of reducing its consumption to avoid the excess of purchase which will inevitably lead to throw away especially if the products are perishable and to avoid to the maximum to buy products of single use intended to be thrown away as soon as used.

Zero waste does not only concern individuals but must affect the entire ecosystem of society in order to obtain visible results on the environment and on the economy.

Professionals must also commit themselves as major actors of the society to produce by reducing their waste. Moreover, several actors have already made it their line of conduct: products made from natural ingredients, recyclable packaging, products sold in bulk without packaging ...

TriMed's wants to be one of the solutions brought to health professionals to help them reduce their waste. Indeed, recovering unsold products from pharmacies to sell them at discounted prices or to give them away instead of throwing them away is a solution not only to reduce waste and thus preserve the environment but also a solution to help save money and reduce losses.

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