In 2007, Capannori rejected a new incinerator and embraced zero waste. 19 years later, its door-to-door system helped push recycling above 80% and inspire Italy’s movement
Capannori, a town near Lucca in Tuscany, developed a Zero Waste approach after residents opposed a proposed incinerator. Rossano Ercolini and Dr Paul Connett helped build opposition to the project, while later efforts focused on reducing waste and improving collection. Door-to-door collection expanded across the municipality, reaching 82% source separation…
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