Green Star FAQs


FAQ F-00496
Is there an alternative approach for recyclers that collect single stream source separated waste from the site?

Yes.

End-to-end recycling companies that collect a single stream of waste that is source separated on site and taken directly to the recycling facility may demonstrate the following:

  • Demonstrate that the recycling company complies with the relevant regulations and operate as a licensed facility. 
  • Provide a disclosure statement that outlines how recycling company collects and recycles at least 90% of the waste collected from a project. Where any waste is disposed to landfill, this is to be disclosed. 
  • Reports from previous years that demonstrate the waste processing facility has recycled at least 90% of the waste collected from project sites. 

This approach may be used in lieu of demonstrating that the recycling company complies with the Green Star Construction and Demolition Waste Reporting criteria.

Submission Content

Please provide the following in your submission:

  • A copy of the Environment Protection License for the facility
  • A copy of the Disclosure Statement 
  • Waste reports for the previous years 
  • A copy of this FAQ.




Rating Tools

This FAQ is related to the following Rating Tools, Categories or Credits:

  • Green Star - Design & As Built v1.3 / Materials
  • Green Star - Interiors v1.3 / Materials / 22 Construction and Demolition Waste
  • Green Star Buildings v1 / Responsible / 2 Responsible Construction


Disclaimer

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  • provided as additional technical assistance for Green Star users.
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