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What’s the difference between a waste
assessment and a waste audit?
Assessment
- Overview of the flow of materials
- Analysis of current operations
- Suggestions for waste reduction and diversion
Audit
- Sorting and weighing all waste, recycling, & composting
- Deep analysis of materials & diversion options
- Detailed post-audit report
What goes into a waste audit?
Waste assessments create a baseline for your waste service, while waste audits should be conducted annually to understand and identify crucial improvements in your waste and recycling practices.
This advanced technique goes a step further than a waste assessment to provide granular, detailed data that you can use to create a long-term sustainability and diversion plan.
