PreZero
Since 1 August, PreZero has been responsible for processing VU's waste, both industrial and hazardous waste. Together, we started the Zero Waste VU 2023 trajectory.
A roadmap outlines the route. The goal is to reduce the amount of residual waste every year and increase the recycling rate every year, to 'zero waste' in 2030. We currently recycle 35% and want to move towards at least 60-75%. PreZero's expertise aligns well with VU's sustainable ambitions.
From paper towels to ceiling tiles
Better waste sorting is one of our goals. We have now started collecting Plastic and Beverage Cartons (P/D) at a number of locations; more locations will follow shortly. We also recently conducted a pilot where paper towels from the toilet areas in Transitorium were collected separately. The waste stream turned out to be clean enough and recyclable: the collected hand towels were used to make ceiling tiles. Due to this successful outcome, the pilot is now being extended to the Main Building.