Description of the Indicator
This indicator measures the tons for total waste and each type of waste for Lackawanna, Luzerne, and Wayne Counties.
Why is it important?
Monitoring waste allows decision-makers to understand and manage waste streams better, set reduction goals to mitigate adverse environmental impact, and improve sustainability efforts.
How is the region performing?
Lackawanna County reported 222,095 tons of waste in 2024, a 26.4 percent decrease from the previous year. The county has seen a 31.2 percent decrease in waste since 2020 and a 19.1 percent decrease since 2000.
Luzerne County reported 246,039 tons of waste in 2024, a 27.0 percent decrease from the previous year. The county has seen a 19.7 percent decrease since 2020 and a 21.6 percent decrease since 2000.
Wayne County reported 56,566 tons of waste in 2024, a 24.9 percent increase from the previous year. Since 2020, the county’s generated waste increased by more than 131.00 percent. It has increased by a slight 0.1 percent since 2000.
