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CI-2009 MRp1:Storage and Collection of Recyclables

owner only recycles certain plastics and certain metals

I have a project where the building owner recycles paper, plastic (i.e. plastic bottles only), cardboard (doesn't specify whether this means corrugated or not), and metal (aluminum cans only). If they only accept one kind of plastic and one kind of metal, is it possible to still qualify for this prerequisite?

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Fri, 01/28/2011 - 16:26

The LEED requirement is for a minimum of paper, plastic, cardboard, glass plastics and metals - there is no verbaige concerning the variety of these materials, so I think you are fine. You didn't mention glass though, which could be a problem.

Mon, 01/31/2011 - 20:33

Ellen, Thank you! Yes, they are NOT recycling glass. I read the requirement and it sounds like we will just have to have a collection bin for glass and contract that separately. From what you say, though, the metal and plastic won't be a problem. THANK YOU!

Mon, 01/31/2011 - 20:42

No problem Patricia. As a side note, I was able to get GBCI to make an exception to the glass on an arena project that would not be selling glass products nor allowing people to bring glass containers in. It was a special case and not applicable across the board, but my point is that they will be flexible as long as you can realistically back up your argument. Hope this helps.

Mon, 01/31/2011 - 20:44

You've been an incredible help! Thank you again! Very interesting about the arena project, but it makes sense. I'm glad to hear that GBCI was flexible in your case.

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