RA5: Waste Management Measures

Participants must report this metric at the asset level.

GRESB automatically populates this indicator in the assessment response once participants have aggregated asset-level data from the Asset Portal.

When using the Asset Spreadsheet to upload asset-level data, GRESB recommends reviewing the instructions below in conjunction with the corresponding spreadsheet tab. The Cell Code column in the Input section indicates where to report each metric in the spreadsheet.

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Waste efficiency measures implemented in the last three years

Waste
Composting landscape and/or food waste TRUE/ FALSE Ongoing waste performance TRUE/ FALSE Recycling TRUE/ FALSE Waste stream management TRUE/ FALSE Waste stream audit TRUE/ FALSE

Assessment Instructions

Intent: What is the purpose of this indicator?

This indicator assesses the actions the entity has taken to reduce waste production and optimize disposal methods across its portfolio. It captures the initiatives implemented over the past three years to enhance waste stream management across its assets.

Input: How do I complete this indicator?

Data	Cell Code	Instructions
Waste Efficiency measures implemented in the last 3 years	Z7-AD7	Select TRUE from the dropdown menus if the entity implemented measures during the last 3 years to improve the efficiency of the asset. Leaving dropdown menus blank is equivalent to FALSE.

Terminology

Composting landscape and/or food waste

Composting is the controlled decomposition of organic material which produces useful soil amendment products. Engage in landscape and/or food waste composting either on-site or by contracting with a composting service provider.

Ongoing waste performance monitoring

Track and measure ongoing waste volumes generated on a minimum quarterly basis, by either weight or volume, to help identify diversion and recycling opportunities within the organization. Conduct a minimum annual review to evaluate performance.

Recycling

A program for materials that can be locally recycled and contracted with a recycling service provider. Provide appropriately sized recycling collection and storage areas within the entity’s real estate holdings to enable occupants to sort, collect and divert materials from landfill.

Waste stream management

Hazardous and non-hazardous waste including reuse, recycling, composting, recovery, incineration, landfill, and on-site storage.

Waste stream audit

A formal process used to quantify the type and amount of waste being generated, by weight or volume, to help identify effective waste reduction, separation and recycling opportunities.

Measure

The actual project or activity undertaken/implemented to improve energy efficiency as part of the selected category.

Validation: What evidence is required?

This indicator is subject to automatic validation. No evidence is required. Refer to the page below for guidance on how to resolve automatic validation errors and warnings. Validation Basics

Scoring

Scoring: How does GRESB score this indicator?

Participants receive 0.125 points for each reported efficiency measure.

Scoring Basics

Frequently Asked Questions

Why can't I report efficiency measures that were implemented more than three years ago?

Although water efficiency initiatives implemented more than three years ago remain relevant, their impact is already accounted for in the consumption data reported under the Energy, GHG, Water, and Waste Aspects.

Can I report efficiency measures implemented during the construction stage?

Yes. For standing investments (operational assets), as long as the measures were implemented within the past three years (i.e., the reporting year and the two years prior), participants can report them, even if they were implemented during the construction phase.

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References

ISO 50001:2011 Energy Management Systems

LEED BD+C: Core and Shell, v4, Optimize Energy Performance LEED O+M: Existing Buildings, v4, Alternative Transportation

EPRA Best Practices Recommendations on Sustainability Reporting, 3rd version, September 2017: 7.9, Narrative on performance

SASB-Real Estate Owners, Developers & Investment Trusts (March 2016): IF0402-05

Recommendations of the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures June 2017: Strategy A&B

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GRESB Solution Providers are independent, third-party organizations within the GRESB Partner network that offer specialized products, tools, and services to support sustainability performance outside the GRESB Assessment process.

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