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Greenhouse Gas Reduction and Climate Adaptation Actions to � <br /> ' <br /> : ' , Build Local Resilience to Climate Change *��►�� <br /> Eat <br /> 1C3. Support local businesses and community members in reusing goods and materials. <br /> Action County Cost Start 25yrs<2 yrs >5 yrs <br /> Hire staff to track waste collected at landfills, , <br /> 1 C3.1 report findings, and connect local businesses to DEM, <br /> $ <br /> waste streams. <br /> - - - - - - - - <br /> Procure a Landfill Diversion (LD)Database Software to collect primary <br /> data to track type, amount, and source, when possible, of materials 2024 • <br /> diverted from the West Hawaii Sanitary Landfill. <br /> - Procure a Surplus Database Software to establish a database for <br /> surplus materials and goods through redistribution, re-sale, or <br /> donation. Members can post listings or search for available surplus 2024 • <br /> items or materials, automating the process of connecting those who <br /> have items they no longer need with those who do. <br /> 1 C3.2 Conduct assessment of current operational DEM $$ 2024 • <br /> methodologies to improve efficiency <br /> 1C3.3 Expand opportunities to recycle in public areas DEM $$ <br /> and during public events <br /> - Continue to install additional recycling bins in parks and other public 2023 • <br /> areas <br /> - Increase recycling opportunities at community events 2025 • <br /> 1C3.4 Expand opportunities for commercial recycling DEM $$ 2024 • <br /> - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - <br /> Continue to work with HDOH Solid and Hazardous Waste Branch to <br /> modify recycling and transfer station operating permits to <br /> accommodate expanded residential recycling services. <br /> 1C3.5 Expand and improve public education and DEM $ <br /> awareness programs <br /> - Develop a business waste audit and education program to build 2023 • <br /> capacity for source reduction within the local business community <br /> - Develop a waste reduction education program that specifically targets <br /> educating visitors and the hotel and lodging industry on circular 2023 • <br /> economy principles <br /> - Continue reuse education, outreach, and public awareness campaigns 2023 • <br /> to encourage public participation and use of the reuse centers <br /> - Improve signage at recycling and transfer stations to provide the public • <br /> with comprehensive information about recycling opportunities and 2023 <br /> procedures <br /> - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - <br /> - Increase participation and vendor partnerships for used motor oil 2023 • <br /> program <br /> Continue partnerships with organizations such <br /> 1C3.6 as Goodwill Industries to develop reuse centers DEM $ 2023 • <br /> at existing outlets within the County <br /> Climate Cascade 1:Greenhouse Gas Emissions 36 <br />