Opinion: Alberta falling behind in making manufacturers reduce waste

Here’s an unpopular opinion: we should spend more time thinking about garbage. After all, waste management services are essential for Albertans. But they’re also not free.
A new report from Canada’s Ecofiscal Commission argues that we can do better. With better waste policies, we can make our waste system more efficient, ultimately saving us money.
One of best options is to reduce the waste generated in the first place. Smart policy can give manufacturers incentives to make pro