Air Force sheild Sustainability Toolkit
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LEED Guidance

 

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MR Prerequisite 1
MR Prerequisite 1: Storage & Collection of Recyclables
Required

Intent
Facilitate the reduction of waste generated by building occupants that is hauled to and disposed of in landfills.

Requirements
Provide an easily accessible area that serves the entire building and is dedicated to the collection and storage of non-hazardous materials for recycling, including (at a minimum) paper, corrugated cardboard, glass, plastics and metals.

Potential Technologies & Strategies
Coordinate the size and functionality of the recycling areas with the anticipated collection services for glass, plastic, office paper, newspaper, cardboard and organic wastes to maximize the effectiveness of the dedicated areas. Consider employing cardboard balers, aluminum can crushers, recycling chutes and collection bins at individual workstations to further enhance the recycling program.