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ZERO-WASTE PARTIES. Julie Gibbs-Alley Dee Stenger Allison. The 5 W’s. Who: Environmental Operations What: 1 st Annual Company Picnic When: August 18 th Where: Queeny Park Why: Because we wanted to!!. Composting. Blue Skies Recycling Provided composting service. Eco-Products.
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ZERO-WASTE PARTIES Julie Gibbs-Alley Dee Stenger Allison
The 5 W’s • Who: Environmental Operations • What: 1st Annual Company Picnic • When: August 18th • Where: Queeny Park • Why: Because we wanted to!!
Composting • Blue Skies Recycling • Provided composting service • Eco-Products
recycle • Waste Management • #6 items also recycled • EPC
involvement • Signage at all compost/recycle stations • Caterer/Facility coordinator • Activity for the kids
Waste Diversion • Jefferson Barracks • Total recycled – 92% • Items included equipment, concrete, bulbs • Client savings ~$45,000 • Large Demo/Abatement Job • 29,000 tons to landfill • Total recycled – 75% • Items included flat glass, concrete, bulbs • Client savings ~$250,000
summary • Zero-waste parties and events are easy to achieve • Employee education and involvement • Key to a successful event