Waste Diversion Calculator
Calculate waste diversion rate, total waste, and estimated CO₂ savings from recycling and composting.
How to Use the Waste Diversion Calculator
- Enter recycled waste in kg.
- Enter composted waste in kg.
- Enter landfill waste in kg and click Calculate.
使用例
- •Municipal waste management reporting.
- •Business sustainability metrics.
- •Personal or household waste tracking.
計算式
Formula: Diversion Rate = (Recycled + Composted) / Total × 100%. CO₂ saved ≈ recycled×0.5 + composted×0.3 kg.
よくある質問
What is waste diversion rate?
Waste diversion rate measures the percentage of waste diverted from landfill through recycling, composting, or reuse.
What diversion rate should I target?
Many cities target 50%+ diversion. Zero-waste communities aim for 90%+. Current US average is around 35%.
How much CO₂ is saved by recycling?
Recycling saves roughly 0.5 kg CO₂ per kg of mixed recyclables on average. Composting saves about 0.3 kg CO₂/kg versus landfilling organic waste.