METRIC 15
Solid waste
Percent change in municipal solid waste per capita in the county.
Emissions from decaying organic material generate methane, a powerful greenhouse gas, and contribute to emissions in the Transportation sector via hauling of waste to and from landfills. Reducing per capita waste reduces emissions from both of these sources.
Municipal Solid Waste per Capita (pounds per year)
| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,138 | 1,160 | 1,098 | 1,114 | 1,063 | 1,020 |
Solid waste trend (pounds)
This metric coordinates with Landscape3 metric 11.
Data Source: Chester County landfills.