1st Multi-Tenant TRUE Certified Project Worldwide, Diverting 478,000 Lbs of Waste Annually
Overview:
Location: San Francisco, California
Facility Size: 541,900 Sq. ft.
Typology: Commercial High-Rise
Client: Tishman Speyer
TRUE Consultant: All About Waste
Incredible Results & Successful Outcomes:
1st high-rise, multi-use building in the world to achieve TRUE Certification
90.1% diversion rate
478,000 pounds of waste diverted in one year
+$54,000 saved from diversion discounts in one year
359,000 pounds of greenhouse gas emissions reduced in one year
Sustainability Goals:
TRUE Silver certified
LEED Platinum certified
Fitwel certified
What We Delivered:
TRUE Certification Support: Full documentation, submission, and coordination with GBCI.
Zero Waste Audit: Waste stream analysis, material characterization, and contamination quantification.
Audit Report: Detailed metrics, charts, photos, and actionable recommendations.
Case Study & Marketing: TRUE Certification case study and internal marketing content.
Zero Waste Practices In Place:
Optimized Waste Management: Partnered with Recology for cost-saving waste contracts and tracked a diversion rate using a custom calculator developed.
Resource Reduction & Reuse: Implemented paperless office practices, default double-sided printing, and a reuse program for office supplies and furniture.
Recycling & Composting: Verified recycling end markets, ensured proper waste separation, and introduced building-wide composting.
Zero Waste Policies & Purchasing: Adopted a Zero Waste Policy, implemented a monthly waste data review, and prioritized sustainable product purchases.
Education & Engagement: Developed zero waste training and educational resources for employees, tenants and residents.
Innovative & Sustainable Solutions: Used TerraCycle Zero Waste Boxes for hard-to-recycle items and incorporated post-consumer recycled materials into operations.
Summary:
This project showcases how All About Waste, as the TRUE consultant, led the building to become the first in the world to achieve both TRUE Precertification and TRUE Certification. Through strategic waste reduction, education programs, and optimized waste contracts, the building attained a 90.10% diversion rate, significantly lowering landfill contributions and costs. All About Waste conducted waste audits, developed a custom diversion calculator, and implemented education initiatives to ensure long-term success. This groundbreaking achievement highlights the impact of zero waste consulting and leadership in sustainable building management.