Sustainability
Sustainability at the Core: Our Commitment to Environmental Stewardship
At CleanRiver sustainability is more than just a buzzword. It’s a fundamental philosophy that guides everything we do.
We are deeply committed to environmental stewardship, practicing green manufacturing, and prioritizing the use of recycled materials. Our values reflect our dedication to creating a greener future and setting an example for sustainable business practices.
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GOT WASTE DIVERSION GOALS? START WITH PCR PLASTIC BINS. What is PCR Plastic?
PCR plastic is derived from plastic waste that is collected and processed into pellets to take on a totally new form and purpose as a manufactured good.
Choosing bins made of Post Consumer Recycled plastics (PCR) is a solid and sustainable cornerstone of every results-driven waste diversion and recycling program. It is also a very noteworthy and responsible way to divert waste from landfills and oceans, while actively participating in the growing circular economy.
Mini Bin™ Program
Mini Bins are, just as they sound, small containers that are used in place of standard waste receptacles.
The CleanRiver Mini Bin™ Program gets people to think more about what they’re about to throw out. And since most of the waste generated in offices is recyclable, Mini Bins have proven successful in reducing waste going to landfills and increasing materials that get recycled. The bin may be small, but the impact is big.
This program has proven to divert up to 70% of waste from landfills during pilot programs. The Mini Bin™ Program is an effective solution for creating a more sustainable and environmentally friendly workplace.
Green Manufacturing
CleanRiver Recycling Solutions is a pioneer in green manufacturing. We go above and beyond to reduce our ecological footprint by using materials with high recycled content and continually improving our processes.
Our facility boasts a zero waste diversion rate of 97%, and we recycle any scrap materials generated during manufacturing. The plastic lumber debris collected during our manufacturing process is shipped back to our supplier who then regrinds the chips and recycles them into new plastic lumber, closing the loop on a complete cradle-to-cradle (C2C), waste-free life cycle for our recycling containers. We also installed a series of chip extraction systems to collect shavings from our manufacturing process. The shavings are collected in a hopper and transported back to numerous manufacturers to be recycled into other goods. By choosing our products, customers can trust that they are supporting a company dedicated to sustainable and environmentally responsible practices.
The Recycling Program
The recycling program with small size and big impact! An average North American office worker will generate 2.2 lbs. of waste per day. Unfortunately, without a proper recycling program, most of this winds up in the trash even though, on average, 80% or more is actually recyclable! The CleanRiver® Mini Bin solves that problem by replacing your tradition desk-side trash can with the five-and-a-half inch tall Mini Bin to collect landfill waste. When you remove a standard size garbage can and replace it with the 1.5L (0.4 USG) Mini Bin, workers have no choice but to think before they toss. This recycling program creates a much more environmentally friendly office and can even save or generate money, depending on your waste contract.
MINI BIN FEATURES
- Material: 100% Recycled polypropylene plastic.
- Standard colors: Black & Green.
- Standard imprint: “This is all the GARBAGE I make!”
- Comes with its own implementation guide.
- Optional Mini Bin bags and liners.
- Liner Dispensers keep bin liners organized.
- Custom imprints available for your recycling slogans or organizational brand.
The Mini Bin has been adopted by hundreds of companies and institutions across North America, and has, in some cases, diverted as much as 70 percent of waste from entering landfills during the pilot program alone! You can order your Mini Bins online or for more information on how the Mini Bin program can work for you feel free to contact us!
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How can the Mini Bin hold all my garbage? It’s so small.
You can now recycle almost everything that comes across your desk. The amount of ‘real’ garbage left is very little, so the Mini Bin will be big enough.
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Why do I have to empty my own garbage? That’s not what I get paid for.
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What happens when I leave food stuff and items that make a mess and smell? We don’t have composting in our office.
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I handle too many courier packs during the day – where will they go?