MODULE 3: TRUE Zero waste
certification and the role of the TRUE
advisor, TRUE EXAM Q’S AND A’S
TRUE - Answer- total resource use and efficiency
what is the TRUE program - Answer- is a program for recognizing a facility's zero
waste achievements
what does TRUE reward - Answer- rewards leading facilities that are positive forces
for environmental and economic sustainability in the built environment
what is the TRUE certification used for - Answer- used by organizations to define,
pursue, and achieve zero waste goals
TRUE is the only zero waste certification that combines (5) - Answer- 1. the sole
peer reviewed internationally accepted definition of zero waste developed by ZWIA
designating that no waste goes to landfill, incineration, and the environment
2. independent 3rd party review and onsite verification of zero waste practices
3. championing of highest and best use of resources
4. focus on upstream practices beyond diversion or recycling
5. emphasis on total participation within the organization including leadership efforts
which showcase responsibility and commitment, employee training, engagement,
and incentives and vendor and customer education and outreach
what does TRUE zero waste certification program add to the R conversation -
Answer- right - certification confirms that an organization is being a good corporate
citizen by doing the right thing and by doing things in the right way
benefits of certification - Answer- 1. save money
2. progress faster
3. supports sustainability
4. improve material flows
certified projects save money - Answer- waste is a sign of inefficiency, the reduction
of waste reduces costs
certified projects progress faster - Answer- credits within the rating system
encourage organizations to improve upon their production processes and implement
environmental protection strategies, which lead to taking larger more innovative
steps
certified projects support sustainability - Answer- program requirements and credits
align with other sustainability goals and certifications that support both human and
environmental health
, certified projects improve material flows - Answer- certification requires diverting
materials from landfills, incineration, and the environment therefore, projects must
use fewer new materials
why should a facility certify (5) - Answer- 1. recognize and promote achievements in
waste diversion and resource efficiency
2. benchmark against peers
3. demonstrate a commitment to local and global communities and the environment
4. identify additional strategies and opportunities to meet the highest bar for zero
waste achievements
5. protect against green washing or claims of fraud
how did Smuckers certification help them - Answer- 1. validated their zero waste
plan and processes
2. emphasized continuous improvement and provided them with recommendations,
resources, and support
3. supported their corporate sustainability strategy including economic viability,
environmental impact, and social responsibility
4. provides a comprehensive 3rd party program that supports sustainable cycles
5. cost effective
6. prepared them to be audit ready for potential industry and customer requirements
GBCI - Answer- premier organization independently recognizing excellence in green
business industry performance and practice globally
TRUE zero waste certification applies to - Answer- physical facilities known as
projects and all of the materials generated from operations within the boundary of the
project
certification is available for - Answer- any physical facility and their operations,
including buildings owned by
1. businesses
2. property managers
3. schools
4. government agencies
5. non-profits
projects - Answer- the facility or group of facilities on one property, physical facilities
and their operations
how is a project defined - Answer- defined by the legal property boundary, which
may or may not include multiple building
what are options for project boundaries? - Answer- for projects located on publicly
owned land, within a greater facility not seeking certification, or campuses that do not
have internal property lines, the project boundary may use the legal limits of the
campus or define an alternative boundary that is wholly contained within the legally
owned site
certification and the role of the TRUE
advisor, TRUE EXAM Q’S AND A’S
TRUE - Answer- total resource use and efficiency
what is the TRUE program - Answer- is a program for recognizing a facility's zero
waste achievements
what does TRUE reward - Answer- rewards leading facilities that are positive forces
for environmental and economic sustainability in the built environment
what is the TRUE certification used for - Answer- used by organizations to define,
pursue, and achieve zero waste goals
TRUE is the only zero waste certification that combines (5) - Answer- 1. the sole
peer reviewed internationally accepted definition of zero waste developed by ZWIA
designating that no waste goes to landfill, incineration, and the environment
2. independent 3rd party review and onsite verification of zero waste practices
3. championing of highest and best use of resources
4. focus on upstream practices beyond diversion or recycling
5. emphasis on total participation within the organization including leadership efforts
which showcase responsibility and commitment, employee training, engagement,
and incentives and vendor and customer education and outreach
what does TRUE zero waste certification program add to the R conversation -
Answer- right - certification confirms that an organization is being a good corporate
citizen by doing the right thing and by doing things in the right way
benefits of certification - Answer- 1. save money
2. progress faster
3. supports sustainability
4. improve material flows
certified projects save money - Answer- waste is a sign of inefficiency, the reduction
of waste reduces costs
certified projects progress faster - Answer- credits within the rating system
encourage organizations to improve upon their production processes and implement
environmental protection strategies, which lead to taking larger more innovative
steps
certified projects support sustainability - Answer- program requirements and credits
align with other sustainability goals and certifications that support both human and
environmental health
, certified projects improve material flows - Answer- certification requires diverting
materials from landfills, incineration, and the environment therefore, projects must
use fewer new materials
why should a facility certify (5) - Answer- 1. recognize and promote achievements in
waste diversion and resource efficiency
2. benchmark against peers
3. demonstrate a commitment to local and global communities and the environment
4. identify additional strategies and opportunities to meet the highest bar for zero
waste achievements
5. protect against green washing or claims of fraud
how did Smuckers certification help them - Answer- 1. validated their zero waste
plan and processes
2. emphasized continuous improvement and provided them with recommendations,
resources, and support
3. supported their corporate sustainability strategy including economic viability,
environmental impact, and social responsibility
4. provides a comprehensive 3rd party program that supports sustainable cycles
5. cost effective
6. prepared them to be audit ready for potential industry and customer requirements
GBCI - Answer- premier organization independently recognizing excellence in green
business industry performance and practice globally
TRUE zero waste certification applies to - Answer- physical facilities known as
projects and all of the materials generated from operations within the boundary of the
project
certification is available for - Answer- any physical facility and their operations,
including buildings owned by
1. businesses
2. property managers
3. schools
4. government agencies
5. non-profits
projects - Answer- the facility or group of facilities on one property, physical facilities
and their operations
how is a project defined - Answer- defined by the legal property boundary, which
may or may not include multiple building
what are options for project boundaries? - Answer- for projects located on publicly
owned land, within a greater facility not seeking certification, or campuses that do not
have internal property lines, the project boundary may use the legal limits of the
campus or define an alternative boundary that is wholly contained within the legally
owned site
