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ABOUT US
DishZero is an Edmonton-based nonprofit that offers reusable takeout containers and mugs to participating vendor locations.
DishZero aims to reduce the single-use waste associated with takeout dining by providing a dish-sharing system that is as convenient to use as its disposable counterpart. A dish-sharing initiative eliminates the barriers to waste reduction experienced by those who have had difficulties going reusable in the past.
Our team created DishZero with the intent of expanding the dish share program across North Campus and beyond.
All research, logistical planning, graphic design, and software development have been conducted by Edmonton university students and alumni.
OUR GOALS:
1. Create a reusable dish-share program that is as convenient as possible to maximize waste reduction. ​
2. Divert at least 20% of all daily single-use takeout container and mug waste in participating pilot buildings.
3. Use the data, insights, and knowledge accumulated from DishZero’s design and the first year of the DishZero pilot to act as a guiding and consultation resource for other organizations and institutions that want to launch their own dish share program.
INCLUSIVITY AND SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY
Providing equal access to ecologically sustainable behaviour is integral to fostering social sustainability. Customers never pay or leave a deposit to use DishZero. This ensures that everyone is able to participate in ecological choices, regardless of their status on campus or prior sustainability knowledge, while fostering a sense of community.