6 Star NABERS Waste Rating: 100 Arthur Street, Australia
100 Arthur Street achieved a 6 Star NABERS Waste Rating as it had achieved more than 90% in recycling rate. The property is one of the nine properties across Australia to achieve this accolade.
In 2023, building waste and recycling streams which included dry waste, organics, mixed recycling, paper and cardboard, landfill and electronic waste were put in place. All bins were clearly demarcated with colour coded recycling hubs inside the premises of tenants, and they were actively engaged on how to correctly utilise the waste and recycling bins.
Additionally, a weighing device was installed in the loading dock where the cleaners could weigh the waste (and recycled waste) on a daily basis. The data was recorded on a portal, providing a secondary source of data. There was also regular verification of the recorded waste data against the waste and recycling figures disclosed by the appointed third-party waste collection contractor. The cleaners further segregated and decontaminated any incorrectly disposed items in the recycling bins before placing them in the main bins in the bin room. The waste was also sent to a dry waste processing centre which could furnish the necessary recycling information and provided a better chain of custody. These initiatives boosted the quality of the recycled waste and tracked data.
With better waste data quality, there were reduced waste collection charges dispute with the contractor, and savings were achieved from reduced fees for landfill waste disposal.
Weighing device in the loading dock, providing quality secondary source of waste data
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