Key Issues Identified:
- Over-deployment of waste and recycling containers throughout the campus
- Pickup frequency remained unchanged during holidays and summer break
- Wide variance in container cost per cubic yard with inconsistent rates across similar services
- No centralized process to validate hauler activity or monitor service performance
Solutions Identified:
- Recommended removal of excess containers and right-sizing by campus zone
- Proposed seasonal service reductions to match occupancy levels
- Highlighted pricing discrepancies and proposed standardizing cost per cubic yard
- Provided framework for implementing centralized invoice tracking and oversight
Estimated Savings Potential:
- $14,000 per month from cost alignment
- $55,000 per year from seasonal service adjustments
Impact:
On a campus with nearly $700,000 in annual waste expenses, the 360 Waste Diversion Analysis uncovered meaningful cost-saving opportunities and introduced a framework for long-term oversight. The university used these findings to drive internal improvements.
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