For most of us trash is out of sight and out of mind. Big black bags are filled, tied up and hauled off without a second thought about where they are headed or what’s inside.
For those of us focused on reducing waste and recovering value, it’s important to know exactly what is going out the backdoor, that means jumping right in and getting our hands dirty to clarify the nature of a problem.
A waste audit involves categorizing and measuring the material composition of a waste stream. It’s a dirty job but the best way to understand the unique profile of an organization’s trash and the greatest opportunities for improvement.
-Reducing unnecessary waste at its source
-Increasing recycling rates
-Lowering management costs
-Streamlining efficiency
-Minimizing GHG impact
Starting with good data is always the first step towards developing the best solution.
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