Our construction waste management plan includes collection of all cardboard, small wood scraps, and gypsum in a mixed container to be shipped to Martins Farm in Greenfield, MA, 36 miles from the construction site in Putney, VT. At Martins Farm, these waste products will be composted along with other waste materials. The resulting organic approved compost is sold, in bulk and in bags, to area organic farmers for use as a soil additive. Does this process satisfy the requirements of MRc2?
The project is seeking clarification that the processing of the cardboard, small wood scraps, and gypsum into soil amendment for use in agriculture is an acceptable form of material diversion from landfills and incinerators. Yes, the composting of construction material for reuse meets the credit requirements and can be included in the calculations for MRc2. Applicable Internationally.