--- title: "WASTE MANAGEMENT: GENERAL SERVICES VS ZERO WASTE TO LANDFILL" description: To achieve ZWTL you requires time, budget, and a commitment to waste reduction throughout the business’ operations. image: https://blog.wasteplan.co.za/hubfs/Waste%20management%20.png --- [![wasteplan logo_white and yellow](https://blog.wasteplan.co.za/hs-fs/hubfs/AAA%20-%20NEW%20BRAND%202023/wasteplan%20logo_white%20and%20yellow.png?width=270&height=70&name=wasteplan%20logo_white%20and%20yellow.png "wasteplan logo_white and yellow")](https://www.wasteplan.co.za/) # WASTE MANAGEMENT: GENERAL SERVICES VS ZERO WASTE TO LANDFILL By [Bertie Lourens](https://blog.wasteplan.co.za/blog/author/bertie-lourens) 21st September 2023 [Waste Management](https://blog.wasteplan.co.za/blog/tag/waste-management) [![General Waste Management VS Zero Waste to Landfill ](https://blog.wasteplan.co.za/hubfs/Waste%20management%20.png)](https://blog.wasteplan.co.za/blog/waste-management-general-services-vs-zero-waste-to-landfill) There are many benefits to [embracing a Zero Waste To Landfill (ZWTL) strategy](https://blog.wasteplan.co.za/blog/why-aim-for-zero-waste-to-landfill) – but to achieve success, ZWTL requires time, budget, and a commitment to waste reduction throughout the business’ operations. The reality is therefore that some businesses are simply looking for a general waste management solution that is reliable and cost-effective.  Whichever solution you need, we can tailor our service to your unique requirements.  ### **General waste management services** | **On-site waste and recycling management** | Our trained, experienced on-site staff ensure that the waste sorting, recycling and collection processes are relevant and effective | | --- | --- | | **Account manager** | Our dedicated account managers provide the main point of contact for every client, meaning you always have someone to call if you need personalised assistance | | **Waste-to-value rebate programme** | We pay rebates for the recycling collected from your site, which can reduce your overall waste management cost | | **Accurate reporting** | Our user-friendly reporting platform provides verifiable, real-time data – empowering you to track progress regularly and make informed decisions | | **Compliance** | We ensure compliance, by partnering exclusively with correctly certified transport, recovery, recycling, and disposal service providers | ### **Comprehensive Zero Waste To Landfill services** In addition to the above-mentioned general waste management services, we offer the following value added services for an effective and sustainable approach to ZWTL: | **Waste audit / GAP analysis ** | Our ZWTL team spends time on your site/s for a week or longer, conducting a full [waste analysis audit](https://www.wasteplan.co.za/waste-audit/), to establish an accurate baseline | | --- | --- | | **Waste reduction solutions** | We identify possible ways to reduce waste streams, as well as opportunities for recycling and repurposing | | **Action plan to achieve targets** | In close consultation with the client, we agree on achievable ZWTL targets, a suitable action plan and timeline | | **Separation at source** | We design and implement separation at source processes | | **Specialist support ** | If necessary, we collaborate with a variety of specialist service providers to implement innovative solutions  | | **Training ** | If necessary, we provide training to your employees (or tenants) to change behaviour and adopt new processes | To determine if you need general waste management or ZWTL services, it might be helpful to ask the following key questions: 1. Is it your goal to achieve a high landfill diversion rate? 2. What waste streams and volumes are you currently sending to landfill? 3. What waste solutions currently support you in achieving your ZWTL goal? 4. Do you have a budget for additional management, systems and equipment to raise awareness and adapt operational processes in order to reach your ZWTL goal? 5. Do you have the budget to implement alternative waste treatment solutions as a premium service? ### **Which service suits your needs?** At WastePlan, we understand that managing waste is part of doing business. Raw materials are converted into products, these are packaged, distributed and sold, and every part of the value chain requires responsible waste disposal. Unlike many other waste management service providers, we do not profit from waste transportation or landfill fees. We are specialists in waste reduction – ensuring a sustainable approach to waste management  by always focusing on recycling, reusing, and repurposing. | **Summary of services** | **General Waste Management Client** | **Zero Waste To Landfill Client** | | --- | --- | --- | | On-site staff placement  | x | x | | Equipment (e.g. sorting tables, bins, scales) | x | x | | Sorting / weighing / recording / cleanliness  | x | x | | Waste & recycling collections from site | x | x | | Data capturing & reporting | x | x | | Regular client engagement | x | x | | Zero waste audits  |   | x | | ZWTL systems (hardware, training & support) |   | x | | ZWTL process (design, training & support) |   | x | | Alternative waste treatment solutions  |   | x   | So if you want to pursue a holistic ZWTL strategy, or you simply want a streamlined, low maintenance, general waste management service provider, we understand the difference. 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