{"id":7542,"date":"2023-02-13T11:31:36","date_gmt":"2023-02-13T17:31:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zters.com\/blog\/?p=7542"},"modified":"2026-01-21T00:20:12","modified_gmt":"2026-01-21T00:20:12","slug":"zters-guide-to-waste-audits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zters.com\/blog\/zters-guide-to-waste-audits","title":{"rendered":"ZTERS Guide to Waste Audits"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you\u2019re not thinking about your business\u2019s waste generation, you probably should be. Getting rid of your trash costs money, especially if you\u2019re not optimizing your disposal. Additionally, you can further your appeal to today\u2019s consumers, who like to support eco-friendly businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Doing a waste audit will allow you to have all of the information you need to create a winning waste-reduction strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s what you need to know to get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a waste audit?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A waste audit<\/a> involves sorting and weighing all of your outgoing waste, recycling, and composting to create a detailed report of the flow of materials in your facility. Specifically, we\u2019re looking out for recyclables like paper, cardboard, and glass bottles, and even contaminants such as food waste, tires, or hazardous materials. Following an in-person audit, you\u2019ll receive expert suggestions to help build a sustainability program that meets your facility\u2019s waste reduction goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are the benefits of a waste audit?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. It shows how well you’re currently managing your waste<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    With a waste audit, you\u2019ll have a better understanding of how your waste management program is working. You\u2019ll be able to see if the correct materials are being put in each container, if those containers are in the right spots, and if there are any opportunities for new compost or recycling streams. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. It helps lower waste costs<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Rightsizing your waste program can help make sure you\u2019re not paying for any unnecessary trash pickups or space you don\u2019t need. It can also help find new areas where your business can divert waste from the landfill and get buyers for the material to offset some of the costs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      How much does a waste audit cost?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      The cost of a waste audit varies due to multiple factors, such as the complexity of waste streams, the size of the facility, and the amount of waste generated there. Contact us<\/a> if you\u2019re interested in conducting one for your organization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \"Follow<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

      Can I just do it myself?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Possibly, if you have enough people willing to sort through the waste and recycling dumpsters. However, if you\u2019re looking for a more specific or large-scale purpose, such as proposing a waste-related project or seeking zero waste certification, you\u2019ll want to bring in an expert. With ZTERS, our professionals will sort everything for you, analyze the data, and use it to create a detailed report.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Managing multiple sites can cause multiple headaches. Your waste doesn\u2019t have to be one of them. ZTERS waste audit program makes it easy to understand and identify crucial improvements in your waste and recycling practices.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

      If you\u2019re not thinking about your business\u2019s waste generation, you probably should be. Getting rid of your trash costs money, especially if you\u2019re not optimizing your disposal. Additionally, you can further your appeal to today\u2019s consumers, who like to support eco-friendly businesses. 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