In 2007, 33.2% of municipal solid waste generated in the U.S. was recovered for recycling or composting, diverting 83 million tons of material from landfills and incinerators. This is more than double the value from 1990.
The need for global solutions to environmental, social, and economic challenges is greater than ever. The Center for Sustainable Systems, within the School of Natural Resources and Environment at the University of Michigan, leads interdisciplinary research to support the design, assessment, and management of systems that meet societal needs in a more sustainable manner.


