In an industry frequently viewed as a commodity, clients and prospects inquire about what sets Biochem Environmental Solutions apart. This article marks the beginning of a series exploring how Biochem stands out and the unique advantages it offers to its clients.

Biochem is the only company in our industry to guarantee a strict Zero-Waste-to-Landfill policy.

Biochem recognizes the critical role of waste diversion in environmental sustainability. Landfills are major sources of greenhouse gases, including methane, which is 25 times more potent than carbon dioxide in its impact on global warming. By converting waste into energy instead of landfilling it, Biochem reduces greenhouse gas emissions and helps combat climate change. This waste diversion also conserves natural resources, protects wildlife habitats, and reduces the volume of waste entering oceans and waterways.

Biochem’s waste diversion program has made significant strides over the past three years, diverting over 312 metric tons of waste from landfills, generating over 132,000 kW of electricity sold to the grid, saving 246 cubic meters of landfill space, and cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 2,196 tonnes. These achievements underscore the effectiveness of our waste management strategies. That sounds great, but how did Biochem achieve this?

For the past 10 years, Biochem has collaborated with Emerald Energy from Waste Inc. and U-Pak Disposals Ltd. to achieve a zero-waste-to-landfill goal. Emerald Energy specializes in recovering thermal energy from municipal solid waste (MSW), as well as industrial, commercial, and institutional (IC&I) sources. This thermal energy is converted into electricity and steam for community use. That’s awesome, but what’s in it for you?

By partnering with Biochem, you ensure that 100% of waste collected by Biochem from your premises is directly channeled into Biochem’s Waste Diversion Program. You reduce your carbon footprint through local waste management and avoid the environmental impact of transporting waste long distances. You minimize carbon emissions while transforming waste into valuable energy for local facilities, eliminating landfill use entirely. Biochem can provide you with a detailed waste and tonnage report that tracks the waste removed and the energy produced each quarter.

Through these practices, Biochem not only advances sustainability goals but also supports your LEED and BOMA BEST certification efforts, contributing to a more sustainable future for current and future generations.

Biochem Environmental Solutions is the largest Canadian innovator of Hygiene, Life Safety, and Pest Control products and services. Biochem is ISO 14001 certified and highly committed to diverting waste from landfill through a comprehensive environmental management program. Find out more at www.biochemenvironmental.com