Property Description
A regional retail center exceeding 1 million square feet, located in a prominent Northern California market, with a multi-dock service footprint spanning general waste, recycling, and organics streams.
Key Issues Identified
- Undersized container relative to actual fill volume, driving excessive pull frequency at higher cost
- No verification process in place to confirm hauler-reported contamination before charges were applied
- Service levels at several docks had not been benchmarked against actual tonnage and utilization data
Solutions Delivered
- Right-sized the open top container to reduce pull frequency while maintaining service reliability
- Adjusted compactor service frequency from a fixed schedule to on-call to maximize weights per pull
- Identified and disputed contamination charges, and secured a hauler commitment for proactive notification — including photos — before future charges are applied
Annual Savings
$135,000 per year in identified savings, captured through a combination of equipment right-sizing, service level adjustments, and ongoing invoice accuracy review.
Impact
The property gained full visibility into its waste service costs for the first time, with a clear, data-backed program in place to capture savings without disrupting day-to-day operations. Green360 continues to manage the engagement on an ongoing monthly basis, ensuring savings are realized and sustained over time.
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