Improve Waste Equipment

Cost
LOW
Cost
MEDIUM
Cost
HIGH
EFFORT
low
EFFORT
medium
EFFORT
HIGH
IMPACT
low
IMPACT
MEDIUM
IMPACT
HIGH

Adopt a centralized bin system. This includes:

  • Removing all individual desk bin
  • Installing a set of bin stations including at minimum 1 general waste bin, 1 recycling bin, and 1 paper bin. The combination of bins depends on the types of waste generated in the office
  • Installing 1 paper bin next to each printer

Ensure consistency in the selection of bins and communication tools (same colour, visible name and with a symbol).

Make sure that the cleaning services and the contractor are aware of the waste management requirements. More details here.  

60%-70%

is an achievable recycling rate if you operate efficient recycling schemes for paper, glass, cardboards, cans and toner cartridges.
(WRAP UK)

40%

of recyclables placed in the blue recycling bins cannot be recycled, being contaminated with food and liquids.
(Eco-Business)