Waste Minimization Guidance Document - G45: How to leverage cost savings and revenue generation by exploring internal reuse options within your company

How to Leverage Cost Savings and Revenue Generation Through Internal Reuse

Before sending materials out for recycling or disposal, consider the opportunities within your own facility. Internal reuse programs can significantly reduce purchasing costs, minimize waste, and even create new revenue streams. This resource explains how to identify reuse opportunities and implement them effectively across your operations.

What you’ll learn in this resource:

  • Why internal reuse is a cost-saving and sustainability win
  • Common materials and components that can be reused internally
  • Steps to set up an internal reuse program and track results
  • How to communicate benefits to stakeholders and encourage participation

Download the guide now and start turning waste into value inside your organization.


FAQs

Why focus on internal reuse before recycling?
Reusing materials internally reduces the need for new purchases and avoids the costs associated with external recycling or disposal.

What items are best suited for internal reuse?
Packaging materials, containers, pallets, and certain product components are often ideal for reuse within the same facility or across sites.

How do I implement an internal reuse program?
Conduct a material audit, identify high-value items, create storage and tracking systems, and train staff on reuse procedures.