Diverting Waste from Landfills and Reducing Greenhouse Gases Act, 2026
Sponsored by McMahon, Mary-Margaret, Clancy, Aislinn · First Reading Ordered for Second Reading
- Requires the Minister to create a working group within 60 days to review organic waste diversion from landfills
- Working group must have at least 11 members including waste experts and industry representatives
- Working group examines organic waste quantities, greenhouse gas emissions, and successful diversion strategies from other jurisdictions
- Working group must report findings and recommended goals to the Minister within six months
- Minister must table the report in the Legislature and publish it within 15 days of receiving it
- Minister must respond to the report within three months and publish that response
- Minister must publish annual public reports on organic waste in landfills, including quantities, emissions, and reduction plans