many countries have hit a 50% recycling rate. singapore incinerates 92% of the remainder, leaving only a very small portion going into a landfill. not ideal but something better will come along soon im sure.  just do it. make residents recycle. put a $1 deposit on cans and bottles, 10% deposit on other boxes, containers, bags, wrappers and etc. it might sound like a lot, $24 for a case of beer, but most consumers would only pay it once. i'd like to see a costco where everything is sold with only a biodegradable shrink wrapped coverings with a sticker identifying it. no more packages or boxes. for cans and bottles use the plastic six pack handle. need a case, just take four. reduce, reuse, recycle.