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The Human Footprint: How To Create Less Trash

According to National Geographic’s Human Footprint, Americans generated 251 million tons of trash in 2006. The per capita trash disposal rate was 4.6 pounds per person, per day. 65% came from residences, while 35% came from schools and commercial locations such as hospitals and businesses. Where does it all end up and how can we help?

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