Easy Language

Why do we use Easy Language?

This website is written in Easy Language. Easy Language is easy to understand. Many people understand Easy Language better. We want everyone to be able to understand our website. That’s why we use Easy Language.

Note on language (gender)

Our website addresses all people. We normally use gender-neutral language (for example: visitors). In this text, we only use the masculine form (for example: visitors). We do this to make the text easier to read. However, we mean all people. All people are equally important to us.

Ein Mann steht vor einem gelben Kreis und hält stolz eine Weltkugel in den Armen.
Zero Waste Frankfurt Logo

That’s why Zero Waste Makes Sense.

What is this page about?

This website belongs to Zero Waste Frankfurt. Zero Waste means no waste and less trash. Frankfurt wants to become a city without trash. Less trash is good for the environment, health, and money.

Hana zeigt Daumen nach oben neben Handybilschirm mit Wastebewerb Quiz

You can find this on our website:

Separate waste more effectively

We explain how to separate waste correctly. We give you tips to help you do this. The waste disposal system in Frankfurt is complicated. We explain how it works.

Offers in Frankfurt

There are many projects in Frankfurt that focus on waste. We’ll show you what’s on offer.

A quiz

You can take a quiz with us. In the quiz, you will learn about waste separation. You can also win a prize.

Illustration of four garbage cans in Germany: plastic waste (yellow), residual waste (gray), waste paper (green), and organic waste (brown).

The purpose of our website

We want:

  • all people receive information about waste.
  • everyone understands the content well.
  • Everyone can participate—no matter who they are.

If you have any questions, we’re happy to help. Just send us a message.