Zero Waste Program

PRC is proud to offer a variety of Zero Waste services. In 2009 Zero Waste Pittsburgh (ZWP) was created to provide waste reduction services and resources in Western Pennsylvania. Today, our Zero Waste program provides waste reduction techniques to various commercial businesses, residents, institutions, and special events across the state. Over the years our services have been utilized by a wide demographic, ranging from individuals to Fortune 500 Companies. We pride ourselves with many years of applied expertise in developing creative Zero Waste solutions.

We’re Hiring Event Assistants!

Through its Zero Waste (ZW) and Hard-to-Recycle (HTR) Collection programs, the Pennsylvania Resources Council (PRC) is seeking highly motivated individuals to assist at events in the Southwestern Pennsylvania region. At Zero Waste Events, you will help PRC educate event participants while maximizing the diversion of materials from landfills. ZW Event Assistants serve as zero-waste ambassadors […]

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Zero Waste Event Services

PRC’s Zero Waste Event Services provides a comprehensive solution to waste and litter at your large event. What is a Zero Waste Event? Zero Waste is a philosophy that seeks to maximize the recovery of resources we commonly throw away, or discards. A “Zero Waste Event” aims to reduce event waste holistically, including purchasing, usage […]

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Zero Waste Rental Service

Are you thinking about hosting an event soon? PRC’s Zero Waste Program Zero Waste Rental Service can provide you with all the necessities for greening your event! When & Why Should I Use a Zero Waste Rental Service? Graduation celebrations, birthday parties, block parties, weddings, fundraisers and events of generally 250 guests or less are […]

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Audits & Analysis

PRC has been actively assisting community partners with waste related analysis and planning efforts for over 25 years. These mission driven services are focused on developing strategies to maximize waste diversion and minimize waste related expenses for clients ranging from local governments, not-for-profits, schools, and to some of Western Pennsylvania’s largest corporations. Currently managed by […]

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Technical Assistance

PRC makes available the wide ranging expertise of our staff through specialized consulting services. We strive to provide clients with practical solutions which are considerate of their unique settings and circumstances. Beyond our professional staff we have access to a wide variety subject matter experts which greatly expand our capacity. We have executed projects for […]

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