"Zero Waste" is a goal that is ethical, economical, efficient
and visionary to guide people in changing their lifestyles and practices
to emulate sustainable natural cycles where all discarded materials
are ultimately designed to become resources for others to use. Implementing
"Zero Waste" will eventually eliminate all discharges to land, water
or air that are a threat to planetary, human, animal or plant health.
The goal of "Zero Waste" can only be achieved over time. This will
require significant changes in legislation, policy, services and programs
as well as changes in the behavior of residents and businesses in
Bethany Beach. This will also require a significant investment in
infrastructure, which might result in higher overall waste management
costs in the short term, but will also result in significant environmental
benefits in the long term.