In an effort to reduce their carbon footprint, Sioux Falls area businesses are attempting to recycle their construction wastes. This not only reduces waste, but also saves money by reusing building materials.
Most construction waste goes into a landfill, which accounts for a large portion of total waste across the nation. It has been estimated that 2.5 to 4 tons of waste is created during the construction of a typical home. Large scale business and office buildings can waste twice that amount.
Today's consumers expect companies to be environmentally responsible. The Generate Insight Report found that 76 percent of consumers feel that it is very important for companies to get involved in the "green movement" and are more likely to support companies that are environmentally friendly.
Several construction projects in Sioux Falls have already taken action to reduce their waste materials. 80 percent of construction waste was recycled during the construction of Cherapa Place and the Courthouse Square.
"Recycling and reducing construction waste is the key to maintaining a clean, responsible community," comments Bob Novak, the Divisional Vice President of Novak Sanitary Services. "We want to help reduce waste by making recycling smart and easy."
Novak Sanitary Services offers customized recycling services for large and small construction projects in Sioux Falls. The Avera McKennan Cancer Institute, the largest building project in Sioux Falls history, is "Going Green from the Ground Up" by using recycled building materials and reducing construction waste.
"In the global recession, everyone is looking for a way to save money. If we reduce waste on construction sites, it increases efficiency, which, in turn, reduces costs," added Novak.
For more information, visit http://www.novaksanitary.com or call 605.338.7126.
