Is a Zero Waste Future actually Achievable – a Discussion

 Canada as a zero waste country is a high goal. As to how achievable this goal might be, that is certainly up for debate. For decades, North America has seen its recycling movement growing. Even today however, recycling rates can always be better. More regions across Canada are seeking to go zero waste. Though the journey there may be long, if it can be achieved in a municipality and if the concept can be proven, there might be a chance to adopt it country-wide.

The recycling movement has always been focused in Canada on the three Rs – recycle, reuse, and reduce. As tech advancements have been made, a wider variety of materials can be recycled today than ever before and recycling has been made easier for communities across Canada. As environmentally sustainable commitments have been made by businesses small and large, some materials are being recycled and reused in new applications. At the same time, as it pertains to materials that are more difficult to recycle or that cannot be reused in any format, reduction in their consumption is key.

When we speak of ‘zero waste’, we mean the act of a society consuming the resources and materials they need while producing no waste. How achievable this is remains to be seen however what’s not debatable is how we are closer to that than ever before.

Canadian households and commercial businesses are getting involved in composing, recycling rates are up all around, and municipalities are looking for creative ways to divert traditional waste away from its landfills. Construction, renovation, and demolition projects are working alongside partners to collect waste and distribute it to the necessary parties for recycling. Reusable containers are being used nationwide for a variety of waste management purposes. In addition, local hubs have formed of environmentally friendly organizations who have pushed governments to craft new regulations guiding waste management in commercial, professional office, residential, and multi-unit settings.

Throughout the years of doing business across communities in Canada, we have met so many businesses and people interested in working towards zero waste. It’s just a matter of finding the best method to achieve it. Waste management contracts are a high priority for settings that produce significant waste. As an example, restaurants produce high amounts of food waste every day. Composting has the opportunity to make the most from this waste and appropriate waste management efforts might be able to divert some of this waste to parties who can get more from it.

A large component of zero waste is going to be sorting recycling and waste. Contamination in recycling bins is a huge problem right now across Canadian municipalities. By including one material that is non-recyclable, it has the potential to contaminate everything in the bin. Bottles should be rinsed out prior to being dropped in a bin and food should be unpacked prior to being put in to their sorted waste. As communities work to bring more awareness to waste separation, recycling and composting, and waste management techniques, it is our belief that zero waste is achievable within our lifetime.

If you are a commercial enterprise seeking better ways to manage your waste and/or to do in a more environmentally responsible manner, we would be happy to speak with you.

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Demolition Services Toronto

Here at Core Mini Bins our machine operators have over 20 years experience operating heavy equipment such as: Heavy Excavators, Big Loaders, Track Driven Blades, Skid Steers, and Forklifts. Our demolition team has the knowledge and expertise to remove unwanted structures in preparation for new building construction. Core Mini Bins offers a complete Demolition and Disposal Solution as part of our tactical plan. We have worked alongside Custom Home Builders to knock down older houses remove brick, concrete, separate garbage and remove all waste. We tactically plan all demolition jobs in order to finish in a timely fashion, effectively and with high standards to leave our customers satisfied.

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Excavation Services Toronto

Every new construction project begins with an Excavation.  If you’re looking for Mini Excavation or Full Excavation Services with an outstanding performance then consider our Premier Excavation Services in Toronto. We specialize in both Commercial and Residential Excavation Services.

Why choose from some of the best Excavation Contractors in Toronto?

Our potential to complete your project on time is thanks to a highly trained team and manpower for Industrial and Residential Excavation projects. By incorporating modern technology in an excavation, we take utmost care to ensure an economical project. We always give importance to our customers’ demands and we never compromise safety on an Excavation.

Here at Core Mini Bins our machine operators have over 20 years experience operating heavy equipment such as: Heavy Excavators, Big Loaders, Track Driven Blades, Skid Steers, and Forklifts. We have worked alongside Custom Home Builders, Pool Companies, Sodding Companies, Underpinning Companies, Pattern Concrete and Interlocking Companies. We have a John Deere Excavator, Hitachi Excavator, Bobcats, and Cat Blades ready for onsite work and excavations both large and small. Whether you are preparing a building site for a new home or making additions to existing structures, Core Mini Bins offers professional excavation services and will work with your builder or contractor to ensure the excavation and removal of unwanted Clean Fill is done as efficiently as possible, on time, and on budget.

Why choose us:

• Before committing to any project, we carefully scope out the site in order to understand its unique challenges and requirements.
• We are equipped with all the necessary documents.
• We keep our equipment in good condition.
• We are aware of the risks associated with an excavation job and safety is our primary concern.
• We even take care of clearing the debris and excavated soil.

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Disposal Services Toronto

Along with Mini Disposal, here at Core Mini Bins we offer full Disposal Services on 10 Yard Bins, 14 Yard Bins, 20 Yard Bins and 40 Yard Bins. When it comes to residential service look no further. 'Core Mini Bins' offers top of the line Disposal Services across Toronto and the GTA. We maintain a team of professional and experienced drivers who can manoeuvre the roll-off trucks in Residential, Commercial and Industrial areas with ease. We ensure swift and on-time delivery.

Types of Disposal:

 

• Garbage Disposal Bins
• Waste Disposal Bins
• Junk Disposal Bins
• Renovation Disposal Bins
• Demolition Disposal Bins
• Soil Disposal Bins
• Dirt Disposal Bins
• Clean Fill Disposal Bins
• Topsoil Disposal Bins
• Concrete Disposal Bins
• Rubble Disposal Bins
• Block Disposal Bins
• Brick Disposal Bins
• Gravel Disposal Bins
• Rock Disposal Bins
• Asphalt Disposal Bins

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Mini Bins Rental Toronto

Here at Core Mini Bins, Mini Bins is right in the name. We offer Miniature Disposal, With Big Time Service. We provide outstanding customer service, speedy service, same day delivery and competitive pricing. Our fleet of small trucks are specifically designed to cater to the needs of all customers; Residential, Commercial, or Industrial. Our 4 Yard, 6 Yard and 8 Yard Bins are perfect for those tight areas that bigger trucks cannot gain access to. We are the market leader in Mini Bin Rental services in Toronto with about 100 Dumpsters available for rent at highly competitive prices.

Mini Dumpster Rental Sizes:

• 4 Cubic Yards
• 6 Cubic Yards
• 8 Cubic Yards
• 10 Cubic Yards

Types of Bin:

• Garbage Disposal Bins
• Waste Disposal Bins
• Junk Disposal Bins
• Renovation Disposal Bins
• Demolition Disposal Bins
• Soil Disposal Bins
• Dirt Disposal Bins
• Clean Fill Disposal Bins
• Topsoil Disposal Bins
• Concrete Disposal Bins
• Rubble Disposal Bins
• Block Disposal Bins
• Brick Disposal Bins
• Gravel Disposal Bins
• Rock Disposal Bins
• Asphalt Disposal Bins

The main priority at 'Core Mini Bins' is to ensure maximum customer satisfaction. We are experts at removing Waste and Clean Fill, offering customized Disposal Services to meet our customer’s requirements. The Rental Dumpsters are equipped with double doors at the rear. Our services are fully insured and are licensed through the Ministry of Environment. All Waste, Garbage, Junk, and Renovation Removal is taken to a licensed transfer station for further processing.

Our services are a perfect fit for Junk Removal Contractors, Renovation Contractors, Excavation Contractors, and Demolition Contractors. We are Toronto and the GTA’s most customer friendly, fair, and reliable Mini Bins and Disposal Company.

Rental Time
Standard rental time is 4-5 days. Once the Dirt, Concrete, Asphalt or Garbage Removal is complete it is as simple as a phone call to have the bin removed from your property. We try to provide speedy Same Day Pick Up as well.

Payment
We accept payments made through Master Card and Visa.

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Using Recycling to Improve the Strength of Permeable Pavement

 Through the use of a new recycling technique, a research team at Washington State University has found a way to significantly increase the strength of permeable pavements simply by adding recycled carbon fiber material. This new technique also does not require much energy and limited chemical application, providing a high-tech environmental solution to a growing problem.

To break down the impressive nature of this accomplishment, note that this is not the same kind of impermeable pavement that is used for roads. Contrary to this type, permeable pavement allows rainwater to drain through and into the ground underneath. In areas where flooding is a concern and where there are storm-water drainage issues, permeable pavement is sometimes used however due to its highly porous nature, it does not have the same life span as the impermeable choice.

This is where carbon fiber composites come on. Light and strong, carbon fiber is used in a range of different products including wind turbines, automobiles, and more. The trouble with carbon fiber is that the industry has yet to define a purpose of its recycling – until now. By employing composite pieces of carbon fiber to permeable pavement, it served to improve the reliability, durability, and strength of the product. Instead of employing heat and/or chemical to recycle waste carbon fibers, milling techniques were used instead. In response, energy production is kept minimal and costs were kept down, resulting in a very impressive recycling process overall.

The team at Washington State University, after having proven the material is functional in a laboratory environment, is applying it to real-world payment applications. Should it prove to be effective, this marks another historic recycling discovery.

The ‘reuse’ philosophy as it applies to recycling has been a strong component of the environmental movement in recent years and is likely to grow even stronger as time passes. This time, recycling was able to improve the strength of permeable pavement. Next time, it’s difficult to predict what new advantage or benefit recycling processes may have on improving quality of life for human beings and all stakeholders, including the environment itself. As individual citizens, small businesses, and commercial enterprises, we all have a responsibility to take advantage of the recycling opportunities that there are. High quality waste management companies have been working throughout Canada, assisting companies on cutting down waste and disposing of their recycling in the most environmentally-friendly way possible. As more waste management partnerships are found, the future is limitless in terms of the potential.

The enhancement of pervious concrete through carbon fiber composite is a major accomplishment and to the team at Washington State, we would like to pay tribute to their efforts.

As a waste management and recycling company, we have helped countless customers across Toronto and the GTA with waste disposal and mini bin operations. Throughout the years, we have assisted with disposal services related to mini bin, excavation, and demolition. Whenever one of our containers is rented for commercial, industrial, or residential use, we always maintain a strong commitment to eco-friendly disposal and recycling materials whenever possible.

For more information on Core Mini Bins and eco-friendly junk removal, garbage removal, waste management, and recycling, please contact one of our representatives today. We would be happy to connect you with the resources and services you require in order to minimize waste and maximize recycling opportunities.

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Separating Materials that Can be Recycled from Materials that Cannot is Sometimes Tough

Look through any residential or commercial recycling bin and you are likely to see some items included that are non-recyclable. Differentiating between the materials that can be recycled from the materials that cannot is not always clear. For example, plastic bags, foam meat trays, clothing, and take-out containers are non-recyclable. When these types of items are included in recycling, they do more damage than good with the potential to clog up recycling machines and slow down operations.

Limiting contamination is the focus of learning how to separate recyclables and non-recyclables. When contamination occurs, everything in a recycling bin and anything that has come into contact with it is deemed waste. The sad aspect of existing recycling systems is that on the consumer end, there is a lack of education as to what is recyclable and what is not. In addition, on the recycling operations end, unrecyclable material still makes its way into recycling processes which turns what would otherwise be recycled paper, plastic, and glass to waste. Plastic bags in particular are a huge hassle to handle as they are known to jam up valuable recycling equipment.

There are numerous materials that can present challenges to ongoing recyclable operations. For example, paper products are recyclable however when shredded, they should be discarded as waste. Plastic pill bottles and plastic bottle caps belong in the garbage. Bottles can be recycled however broken bottles cannot. Plastic bags can be recycled however it requires specialized equipment to do so and unless it is noted, plastic bags should not be included in any consumer or commercial recycling bins. There are some estimates that as much as 20 percent of what consumers put into their recycling bins in Canada is in fact waste product. As evidenced, when this happens, it contaminates the bin and thereby, creates a situation where the bin likely faces rejection.

When setting up waste management and recycling operations for a commercial business, it’s important to have recyclable materials clearly defined as to limit contamination. By contaminating recyclables with waste, it could result in higher costs in the long-run. As more municipalities and countries engage in policies to improve recycling and reduce waste usage, the future of recycling is going to be very exciting. Today, when a recycling load is rejected due to contamination, it costs the waste management company or municipal waste collection money. Instead of making money off of materials to be recycled, that income is lost when contamination comes into play. For commercial waste management processes, it’s a necessity that recycling standards and materials are clearly outlined.

If you are in need of mini bin rentals, recycling, waste collection, or waste removal and disposal in Toronto and the GTA, Core Mini Bins would be more than happy to speak with you. We uphold the highest standards of recycling and waste management, ensuring products are disposed of using the most environmentally friendly methods. If there are concerns related to recycling or contamination, we would be happy to connect you with a representative to answer all of your questions. We are no strangers to jobs where specific recycling materials need to be handled so be sure to advise us on the types of materials you wish to dispose of. Core Mini Bins will happily recommend appropriate options for optimal waste management and recycling practices.

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All Recycling Materials are Not Made Equal and the Truth about Waste Management

Creating the ideal environment for Canadians to live in does not begin and end strictly with recycling. Though it might be an unpopular opinion to have in some circles, not all recycling materials are made equal and the truth is that every day, even with the most advanced recycling methods, there are still tons of trash being added to landfills.

Intelligently, municipalities are beginning to ban the use of plastic bags. Though these bags were once a common sight among Canadian communities, slowly, the general public is coming to realize the extent of the damage single-use plastics have. Beverage cups, cutlery, and grocery bags cannot simply be tossed into a recycling bin and off they go to be recycled. There are many issues with this mentality. These single-use plastics are oftentimes contaminated by items that make the plastic so that it is unrecyclable.

The recycling process for plastic, glass, and other materials is individually different. Each process requires a different amount of energy and thereby, has a different carbon footprint attached. As disappointing as it may be to hear, consumers who believe they are doing the right thing by recycling are not necessarily in the right. Think about it along the lines of someone who is ill. To overcome illness, one must address the root cause of the disease rather than the symptoms. Recycling addresses environmental symptoms and is not the answer to the root cause of waste creation. That said, we as human beings are not at the point where we can stop creating waste. Therefore, environmentally sustainable and safe recycling methods and waste management systems are required.

If you are in a circumstance of creating large amounts of waste and/or who are in need of recycling, one must ensure they partner with a waste management company who is skilled in the use of processing plastic. As a waste management company, we believe in processing waste in the safest possible way in addition to encouraging recycling, reuse, and reduction. When possible, reducing the amount of single-use plastic use will be key to the future of waste management. There are numerous types of plastics and some are more easily recycled than others.

In many ways, recycling is not the be-all, end-all of environmental protection. As our environment, our health, and our oceans are dealing with the repercussions of human action, waste management is still going to be key however to reducing a commercial or residential property’s waste footprint. As the world continues to move towards a society where waste is minimized, waste management is going to be a focal point of this.

If your commercial enterprise, business, or home is producing a large amount of waste, a waste management company may be able to help in processing it. If you are interested in lowering your waste footprint and in ensuring that waste is being handled in the most environmentally responsible way possible, there’s no question a waste management company can assist in providing the tools and resources to make it happen.

Core Mini Bins has been assisting Canadian businesses for years in reducing waste, increasing recycling, and encouraging a behaviour change in the way that waste is handled on-site. As we move towards a future where plastic pollution is close to entire elimination, we invite any party interested to contact us today for more information on what materials are recyclable and how specific categories of waste are managed.

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