NewsCommunity Newspapers (Miami)October 27, 2026Miami-Dade County
Miami-Dade County Resilience Division Director Discusses Zero Waste Master Plan on Podcast
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Miami-Dade County Solid Waste Department Resilience Division Director Nick discusses the county's new Zero Waste Master Plan, recycling expansions, and composting initiatives on a local podcast hosted by Frank Calderon.
Read the full story at Community Newspapers (Miami)Why It Matters
Residents gain insight into local waste management changes, including new recycling items, composting pilots, and free larger or second recycling carts.
Key Facts
- Nick, Resilience Division Director for the Miami-Dade County Department of Solid Waste Management, appeared on the Miami-Dade Solid Waste Podcast.
- The episode focuses on the county's new Zero Waste Master Plan, recycling programs, and composting initiatives.
- New items have been added to the county recycling program.
- The county is conducting the Fertile Earth Composting Pilot.
- On-demand home composting workshops are being offered to residents.
- Residents can obtain free larger recycling carts or a second recycling cart.
- Repair events and local markets are being organized to reduce waste.
- Miami Community Newspapers publishes community news, podcasts, and print editions across multiple neighborhoods in Miami-Dade County.
Who's Mentioned
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