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Materials and Resources Prerequisite

PLANNING FOR ZERO WASTE OPERATIONS

MRp1

REQUIRED

INTENT

To reduce the amount of waste that is generated by building occupants and hauled to and disposed of in landfills and incinerators through reduction, reuse, and recycling services and education, and to conserve natural resources for future generations. To set the building up for success in pursuing zero waste operations.

REQUIREMENTS

Achievement pathways	Points
Commercial Interiors	N/A
Storage and Collection of Recyclables
AND	AND
Zero Waste Operations Planning	Zero Waste Operations Planning

Comply with the following requirements:

Storage and Collection of Recyclables

Provide dedicated areas accessible to waste haulers, janitorial staff, and building occupants for the collection and storage of recyclable materials for the entire building.

• Collection and storage areas may be separate locations.

• Recyclable materials must include organics/food waste, mixed paper, corrugated cardboard, glass, plastics, and metals.

o Mixed recyclables are acceptable for paper, corrugated cardboard, glass, plastics,

and metals if required by local conditions.

o Space for the storage of organics/food waste recycling is required even if service is

not available at the time of building occupancy.

• Take appropriate measures for the safe collection, storage, and disposal of batteries, mercury-containing lamps, and electronic waste.

Zero Waste Operations Planning

Include design details, maintenance manuals, and/or other resources from the design and construction team that help facilitate building occupants and operators to meet highperformance waste prevention and recycling goals once in operation.

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