We are pursuing LEED BD+C: Hospitality certification and have a question regarding the Storage and Collection of Recyclables prerequisite.
According to brand standards, guest-facing recycling bins are not allowed in guestrooms, corridors, or public areas. Therefore, recycling collection points are provided only in service lobbies on each floor, accessible exclusively to hotel staff.
In this hotel setting, guests do not directly dispose of recyclables; instead, housekeeping staff collect waste from guestrooms and public areas and transport recyclables to a central storage area.
We would like guidance on:
- Whether staff-only collection points on each floor satisfy the prerequisite, considering that guests are not expected to use them directly.
- Whether an exception is generally accepted for brand standards that prohibit placing recycling bins in guest-accessible areas, provided the recycling system is fully operational through housekeeping.
Any insights or experiences from similar hospitality projects would be greatly appreciated.