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At Busch Systems, we’ve been building exceptional healthcare recycling and waste management programs for 40 years. Here are 10 key secrets we’ve unearthed to help you create the collection program you’ve always wanted for your healthcare facility—while saving money in the process. Let’s Start with the Facts Hospitals and ambulatory healthcare facilities are major consumers of resources and generate significant waste: American hospitals generate nearly 6 million tons of waste annually. In a 2010 survey, 114 member hospitals reported generating an average of 33.8 pounds…

A traveler stands in an airport concourse with a boarding pass in one hand and a half-finished coffee in the other. A set of recycling and trash bins is ahead. The traveler has seconds to decide what to do. The traveler glances at the bin labels, hesitates, and then drops the cup into one of the openings. Whether they choose the correct opening depends a lot on what the labels present.  Trash is simple. You set out a bin, people use it, and someone empties…

Introduction: The Evolution of Recycling Starting in the 1970s, modern recycling has grown and changed a lot over time. Today, recycling is more visible and common in many places. With recycling becoming more popular, new innovative recycling ideas and ways to recycle better have come up. These recycling innovations include new ways to get people to think about recycling, better sorting methods, and smarter strategies to get the best results. This blog will look at some of the important innovations in recycling and the latest…

Retailers are increasingly recognizing the importance of sustainable waste management. However, implementing an effective recycling program presents unique challenges. Insights from the Circular Innovation Council highlight several key obstacles faced by retail businesses: 1. Low Participation Rates Encouraging customers and staff to actively engage in recycling efforts remains a significant hurdle. Without clear incentives or education, participation often falls short. 2. Contamination of Recyclables Improper disposal of non-recyclable materials can lead to contamination, rendering entire batches of recyclables unsuitable for processing. 3. High Waste Management…

Hotels and resorts produce an enormous amount of waste—thanks to frequent guest turnover and the demands of daily operations. In fact: One source estimates hotels generate 289,700 tons of waste every year. A 2018 study of 120 hotels found that of this waste, 58.5% was biodegradable (food waste), 25.8% recyclables, and 15.7% other. That same study noted that among the hotels surveyed: 76% had launched sorting programs, 39% had recycling in place, 29% were working on reduction, but only 0.8% had composting. With a thoughtful…