Waste audit guidelines

Scotland produces over 3.3 million tonnes of municipal waste each year and much of this is put in landfill sites creating problems for the environment.

Greenhouse gases, pollution and diminishing green spaces are some of the negative effects associated with this ever-growing amount of waste. Schools have a vital part to play in helping to tackle these problems.

By reducing the amount of waste they produce they can set an example to local communities across the country. Young people need to be involved in reducing school waste in order to develop positive attitudes towards the environment. The Standardised Waste Audit is an ideal opportunity for them to act as responsible citizens.

This booklet sets out a method that schools across Scotland can adopt in order to measure and take action on waste.

For your copy of the waste audit guidelines, click here pdf link (1.45mb)