Zero Waste Alliance (2012; Portland, OR; 4 staff, zerowaste.org)

Nonprofit using corporate consulting, industry working groups, and research to reduce waste in industry and the community. Slogan is “Creating a Prosperous and Inclusive Future Without Waste.” They concentrate on:

efficient materials use,
recycling and reuse,
emissions reductions
changes in housing construction

Studies and programs include:

Zero Waste Business Network
ResourceFULL Use (business network for reuse of materials)
Partnership with Oceans Recovery Alliance on plastics use
Zero Waste Districts for recycling and reuse
Emissions reduction

Publications: Website has a News page with a regular calendar of events and a number of linked local resources.

Leadership: Jay Coalson, executive director