World Environment Day, a program sponsored by the United Nations, is the most widely celebrated global day for environmental awareness. This year’s theme — sustainable consumption — focuses on reducing waste and sustaining resources.
USPS reduces its waste by diverting tons of consumables from landfills each year. Through recycling programs and initiatives, the Postal Service last year recycled more than 186,000 tons of mixed paper, 35,000 tons of cardboard, 6,000 tons of plastic and 21,000 tons of other consumables, according to the Annual Sustainability Report.
Along with reducing waste, these programs also save money. By reducing landfill use, the Postal Service saved more than $25 million in fees and generated $23.8 million in recycling revenue in 2012.
The Postal Service has won numerous environmental honors, including the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) WasteWise Partner of the Year award in 2010 and 2011, and most recently 10 Federal Green Challenge Awards nationwide.
For more information about the Postal Service’s sustainability initiatives, including the Go Green Forever stamps, visit usps.com/green and the Postal Store.
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