BREEAM Wst01.2 Diversion of Resources from Landfill
BREEAM Wst01.2 focuses on reducing the amount of construction waste sent to landfill by promoting reuse, recycling and recovery activities. The credit encourages project teams to maximise resource efficiency and demonstrate effective waste management practices throughout construction. WPS Compliance Consulting supports contractors and developers in achieving Wst01.2 credits through waste monitoring, diversion reporting and resource management planning.
What is BREEAM Wst01.2?
BREEAM Wst01.2 forms part of the Waste category within the BREEAM assessment framework. The credit rewards projects that successfully divert waste away from landfill through reuse, recycling and recovery processes.
The objective is to minimise environmental impacts while supporting circular economy principles and sustainable resource management.
The Waste Hierarchy
BREEAM Wst01.2 promotes application of the Waste Hierarchy:
- Prevention
- Reuse
- Recycling
- Recovery
- Disposal
Projects are encouraged to prioritise higher-value waste management options and minimise landfill disposal wherever possible.
Supporting Circular Economy Objectives
Diverting waste from landfill is an important part of the circular economy. By identifying opportunities for reuse and recycling, projects can reduce material consumption, minimise environmental impacts and improve resource efficiency throughout the construction lifecycle.
Benefits of Diverting Waste from Landfill
Projects that achieve high diversion rates may benefit from:
- Reduced landfill costs
- Improved recycling performance
- Reduced environmental impact
- Better sustainability outcomes
- Enhanced BREEAM ratings
- Improved resource efficiency
- Stronger ESG performance
Measuring Waste Diversion Performance
WPS supports projects by:
- Recording waste movements
- Tracking recycling rates
- Monitoring recovery activities
- Calculating landfill diversion percentages
- Producing BREEAM evidence reports
- Demonstrating compliance with Wst01.2 requirements
SitePlan for Waste Diversion Reporting
SitePlan automatically records waste movements, recycling rates and landfill diversion performance. The platform provides real-time reporting to support BREEAM Wst01.2 compliance and demonstrate achievement of waste management targets.
Questions:
What is BREEAM Wst01.2?
A BREEAM credit focused on reducing waste sent to landfill and increasing reuse, recycling and recovery activities.
How is landfill diversion measured?
Diversion performance is typically measured by comparing the amount of waste recycled or recovered against the total waste generated.
Why is landfill diversion important?
Reducing landfill disposal helps conserve resources, lower environmental impacts and support circular economy principles.
What is the Waste Hierarchy?
The Waste Hierarchy is a framework prioritising prevention, reuse, recycling and recovery over disposal.
Can WPS help monitor diversion rates?
Yes. WPS provides waste monitoring, reporting and evidence management services to support BREEAM compliance.
Construction Waste Specialists Since 2009
WPS Compliance Consulting was founded following the introduction of Site Waste Management Plan regulations and has supported construction waste management projects for more than 17 years. Managing Director Lara Ayris was recognised as Outstanding Woman in Construction for her achievements in diverting waste from landfill.
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