Zero Waste to Landfill
Zero waste to landfill is a commitment to divert 100% (or near 100%) of operational waste from landfill disposal through recycling, composting, anaerobic digestion, and energy recovery.
What is Zero Waste to Landfill?
Zero waste to landfill targets aim to eliminate the most carbon-intensive waste disposal method. In practice, “zero” typically means diverting 99% or more from landfill, with a small tolerance for hazardous or regulated waste that must be landfilled. Achieving this requires comprehensive waste segregation, recycling infrastructure, partnerships with waste processors, and ongoing monitoring. The waste hierarchy prioritises prevention and reuse above recycling and energy recovery.
Practical Examples
A manufacturer achieves 99.5% landfill diversion by segregating waste into 12 streams and partnering with specialist recyclers.
A hospitality company achieves zero waste to landfill across 50 hotels by implementing food waste composting, comprehensive recycling, and energy recovery for residual waste.
How Climatise Helps
Climatise tracks waste by type and disposal method, quantifying the emissions reduction from achieving zero waste to landfill and monitoring diversion rates over time.
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