Advancing Recycling|Case Studies

Hidden far outside the spectacle of NCAA gameday rivalries and academic rankings, higher education is changing the way it takes out the trash. This is the big takeaway from a new report, Indoor Waste & Diversion at Colleges and Universities, published by Busch Systems in collaboration with the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE), College & University Recycling Coalition (CURC), Zero Waste Campus Council, National Wildlife Federation and Campus Race to Zero Waste. The report, which summarizes the results of a…

The restaurant industry is fast-paced and demanding, leaving little time to delve into waste reduction strategies or sustainability initiatives. Yet, implementing an effective recycling program is crucial not just for your environmental impact, but also for improving operational efficiency and enhancing your restaurant’s reputation. To help you navigate this process, we’ve curated a list of 12 must-read resources that will guide you in optimizing your restaurant’s waste management strategy. From standardizing your recycling procedures to adding more collection stations and minimizing contamination, these resources cover…

The circular economy presents a transformative path towards long-term sustainability. By adopting this model of production and consumption, we can actively tackle climate change while supporting the resilience of our environment and the economy. This all sounds great but… what exactly is the circular economy and how can we contribute? Let’s dive into this framework, explore some benefits and check out some ways we can shift towards more cyclical products! What is the Circular Economy? The circular economy benefits the environment by extending the lifecycle…

Starting a recycling program for your school is a no-brainer. Elementary & secondary schools have a lot of staff and students that create a high volume of waste, and a large proportion of waste generated from school grounds can be diverted from landfills. Not to mention, developing the next generation of Reducer’s, Re-user’s & Recycler’s is paramount to the continued success of recycling programs across North America. Standardize your program, add more recycling stations, reduce contamination—these are all the typical phrases you’ll hear in the…