Waste Minimization

UPENN & US ARMY RESERVE CENTERS 

Situation

By default, waste is the byproduct of more valued actions. The USARC has revolving guards and UPENN has a large ecosystem so managing waste was a challenge for both.  

TASK

• Gemba Inspections - Deeply understand the current state by auditing, interviewing, and observing.

• Engage key stakeholders (e.g., facilities, IT, procurement, Dining) to show whole-system and identify improvement

• Develop a Communication & Engagement Plan Increase resiliency of facilities to 100-year storm events

• Modify waste generation, waste handling, and disposal activities

Action

Result 

• Increased stakeholder awareness and engagement.

• Created a Water Reuse Infrastructure Plan

• Revised Design Guidelines & Standards

• Initiated real-time monitoring & created dashboards