Thoughts on Waste Reduction, Zero Waste, Sustanability and Such
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Past Insights
24 Years in Waste Consulting: What We’ve Learned About Waste Management That Still Holds True
Looking Back and Ahead This year marks our 24th year in business. It’s one of those milestones that naturally invites reflection. We started as a small Maryland-based company with a clear belief: if you understand your waste, you can change it. Twenty-four years later, that idea still drives everything we do. And if…
The Power of Waste Audits in Multi-Use Buildings
The Power of Waste Audits: Driving Real Change in Multi-Use Buildings Managing waste in a multi-use building with both public and staff-only areas can be a challenge as waste behaviors and infrastructure needs can vary significantly across these environments. Waste audits are a powerful tool to understand these differences, develop targeted waste management…
How to Turn Earth Month Into Measurable Results With a Waste Audit
Earth Day may last 24 hours but Earth Month offers an opportunity to create measurable change. For hospitals and large organizations, awareness campaigns are easy. Staff behavior change and real waste diversion improvements require structure, data, and engagement. If you want to move the needle this Earth Month, the most effective starting point…
Three Biggest Medical Waste Compliance Risks Hospitals Face
Improper waste disposal has led to millions in fines for hospitals in recent years. Every hospital is at risk of non-compliant medical waste disposal given the volume and complexity of medical waste streams and the number of staff responsible for properly separating, handling, and disposing of waste. While there are upwards of 30…
5 Costly Waste Mistakes Hospitals Can Make
Managing hospital waste isn’t just about compliance – it’s about protecting your bottom line. Hospitals deal with complex waste streams, fluctuating patient volumes, and strict regulations. When waste isn’t properly tracked or handled, the financial impact can be significant. That’s why hospital waste management cost savings aren’t optional; they’re essential. Below are five…
Five Sustainability Wins That Defined Our 2025
As we reflect on 2025, one thing stands out clearly: real progress happens when data, partnership, and accountability come together. This year challenged us, inspired us, and reinforced the power of data-driven sustainability and waste management consulting as levers for meaningful environmental and community impact. These efforts shaped our sustainability impact in 2025,…
Celebrate Crossword Puzzle Day with Our Sustainability Puzzle!
Did you know December 21 is Crossword Puzzle Day? To celebrate, we’re putting a sustainability spin on this classic brain teaser with a Sustainability Crossword Puzzle designed to inform, engage, and spark curiosity. At Reduction In Motion, we believe learning about sustainability doesn’t have to be dry or technical. This crossword is a…
Bonus Feature — Reflections for America Recycles Day
As we close out our America Recycles Day series, Bill Griffith shared a few final thoughts on what recycling means today and where it’s headed next. A Message for America Recycles Day “Every little bit helps — but focus on quality over quantity,” Bill reminds us.“Your purchasing habits equal your disposal habits. Buy…
Engineering Better Recycling (Pt. 4)
Welcome to Part 4 of our How to Recycle Like a Pro mini-series. Weeks 1–3 of our series explored where your recycling goes, partnering with your hauler, and building a culture of recycling. In our 4th part of the series, we focus on recycling as a system; how intentional design drives results and…
