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Vandenberg AFB QRP Exceeds 90% Diversion Rate

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Description

Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) is striving towards a "closed loop" solid waste management system. The current system achieves a 92.9 percent diversion rate. To improve upon this already impressive program, Vandenberg AFB is implementing a management strategy that entails affirmative procurement initiatives, waste audits, proactive application of recycling opportunities, and an aggressive community outreach program.

Goal / Mission

The goal of this program is to reduce waste and encourage recycling at Vandenberg AFB.

Results / Accomplishments

The four main recycling programs include concrete asphalt processing, green waste reuse project, household battery collection program, and the reuse of bio-remediated soil for land reclamation. The current system achieves a 92.9 percent diversion rate and saves $2.2 million each year.

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Organization(s)
Department of Defense; Vandenberg Air Force Base
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Topics
Environmental Health / Toxins & Contaminants
Organization(s)
Department of Defense; Vandenberg Air Force Base
Source
Office of the Federal Environmental Executive
Date of publication
2004
Location
Santa Barbara County, CA
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