Over 30 Years of Experience in
Managing Waste Sustainably
Zero Waste consultancy +
Waste Hauler Brokerage
Great Forest Gives Back
ZERO WASTE
EXPERTISE
Our TRUE Zero Waste certified team enables clients to reach their sustainability goals while reducing waste costs by as much as 75%.
WASTE HAULING
MANAGEMENT
We identify trusted, cost-effective waste haulers in your region, negotiate best pricing, consolidate and pay all bills, troubleshoot any issues, right size equipment and more.
RIGOROUS DATA
ANALYTICS
Our data-driven solutions enable faster achievement of goals and easy reporting to stakeholders and agencies such as GRESB and CDP. Access your data through our proprietary metrics platform.
COMPREHENSIVE WASTE AUDITS
Great Forest established the waste audit process that has become industry standard. Our team has collectively managed and conducted thousands of waste audits.
Global Waste Study: 80-second summary
What are businesses sending to landfills? Study reveals its mostly NOT TRASH!
Most of the "trash" businesses discard and pay to remove is NOT TRASH at all. Watch this 80-second summary to learn key takeaways what you can do to reduce waste. What is your business sending to the landfill? Watch now.
What's New
Recycling Signs and Bin Labels That Work: Best Practices for Compliance and Effective Waste Management
Recycling signs and bin labels can make or break your waste and recycling program. Clear signage = less contamination and...
Hazardous Waste Management for Businesses: A Guide to Smarter Solutions
U.S. businesses generated about 34.9 million tons of hazardous waste in 2019 alone, according to the EPA. Safe and responsible...
Solutions for Emerging Hazardous Waste Disposal: From Vape Pens to Hand Sanitizer
New and Emerging Types of Hazardous Waste Are on the Rise The range of materials designated as hazardous waste has...
Hazardous Waste vs. Hazardous Materials: What Businesses Need to Know (with Case Study)
When it comes to waste compliance and costs, understanding the difference between hazardous waste vs. hazardous materials can make a...
TRUE + LEED Certifications: Unlocking Synergies in Zero Waste and Sustainability
For businesses and building owners, pursuing certification can feel daunting. But the good news is that two of the best-known...
Why Waste Audits Are Essential for Public Buildings: Learn More About the GSA’s Strategy
As one of the largest landlords in the country, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is setting a strong example...
Waste Reduction Resources
- Studies and Research
- NYC Commercial Waste Zones
- Zero Waste Guide
- Case Studies
- Food Waste Toolkit
- Guide to Donating for Reuse
- Knowledge Hub
Studies and Research
NYC Commercial Waste Zones: What Businesses Need To Know
Case Studies
Food Waste Toolkit
Knowledge Hub
Waste Audits Performed in 2024
MILLION square feet of Building Space with Great Forest Zero Waste Consulting Services in 2024
MILLION square feet of Building Space with Great Forest Waste Brokerage Services in 2024
THOUSAND Tons of Material Diverted in 2024