Use this calculator to figure out the volume of waste that your building will generate. See how reducing waste generation, increasing waste diversion and using volume reduction equipment can reduce storage requirements.
Read more about the Waste Calculator here.
This calculator works for the listed occupancies below.
Enter information for all that apply.
Enter the number of Full Time Equivalent
Anticipated waste generation for each material stream in your building is shown below.
Adjust the sliders to reflect waste reduction strategies and goals.
100% represents the anticipated waste generation based on average commercial data. Move the slider to the left to reflect implementation of Best Practice Strategies 2.15-2.20 within the building.
Average capture rates per stream are shown below.
Adjust the sliders to reflect waste diversion strategies and goals.
See Best Practice Strategies 2.08-2.14 to increase waste diversion, which can allow buildings to reach 90% capture rate for all streams. Design waste storage that can accommodate current diversion rates and a zero waste future.
Recommended equipment to reduce waste volumes in your building is shown below. See Best Practice Strategy 2.21 for volume reduction equipment and 2.23 for organic pretreatment
Select the equipment you plan to provide.