The Universidad Militar Nueva Granada: First public university in the country certified in Zero Waste
In a context where environmental and social challenges demand an urgent and structural response, the Universidad Militar Nueva Granada (UMNG) demonstrates that it is possible to implement a sustainable management model from the public sector, leading it to achieve a momentous achievement by becoming the first public university in Colombia to be certified in the Management System [...]
Universidad de La Sabana: Higher education that leads with sustainability
Universidad de La Sabana has reached a new milestone in its environmental commitment, consolidating its position as the fourth higher education institution in Colombia to be certified under the Zero Waste Management System. This achievement reaffirms its leadership in sustainability within the country's educational sector. A conscious campus, a committed community The past 30 [...]
Tecnosur SAS - Industrias TQ: 90 Years of Trajectory Crowned with Zero Waste Excellence Gold
Sustainability is no longer an option, but a fundamental pillar for business success and corporate responsibility. A shining example of this philosophy is Tecnosur SAS - Industrias TQ (Tecnoquímicas), a company with an impressive 90-year track record in the market, 45 years of which have been dedicated to the production of [...]
Bessac Andina: Zero Waste Leadership Redefining Sustainable Construction
The construction industry, traditionally associated with high resource consumption and waste generation, is undergoing a transformation. Pioneering companies are demonstrating that efficiency and environmental responsibility are not only possible, but strategic. A clear example of this change is Bessac Andina S.A.S., a subsidiary in Colombia of the renowned European company BESSAC, [...] [...
Cacique: A benchmark in sustainability and the first Zero Garbage shopping center in eastern Colombia
Cacique El Centro Comercial, located in Bucaramanga, has set a milestone in the region by becoming the first Zero Waste shopping center in eastern Colombia, consolidating its leadership in sustainability and environmental commitment. During 2024, it achieved an impressive 97% of actual recycling, efficiently managing 185 tons of solid waste and transforming [...]
Atlantis Plaza: A benchmark of sustainability that inspires the Colombian commercial sector
On May 16, Global Zero Waste officially recognized Atlantis Plaza as a Platinum Affiliate of the Zero Waste Management System, consolidating it as a true leader in sustainability within the commercial sector. This achievement is in addition to its Gold grade certification granted by Icontec, which they have proudly maintained [...]
Falabella de Colombia achieves Zero Waste Gold certification: A firm step towards corporate sustainability
On May 16, 2025, Falabella de Colombia marked a new milestone in its environmental commitment by receiving certification in the Zero Waste Management System (SGZW) in the Gold category, awarded by ICONTEC. This achievement not only represents an important step forward in waste management, but also in the consolidation of an environmental [...]
Ready for the new garbage tax? What every municipality in Spain should know
Since last April 10, a significant change has come to all Spanish municipalities with more than 5,000 inhabitants; the obligation to implement a fee for waste management. This measure is not an isolated novelty, but a direct response to the requirements of the European Union and a key element in the [...]
Strategic alliance between Global Zero Waste and ZEROS marks a new era in waste management in Brazil
April 9, 2025 Waste management has never been so relevant for Brazilian companies. In the current scenario, where every decision has a direct impact on operating results and corporate image, the way an organization manages its waste can be the key to success or failure. That is why [...]
The financial sector is committed to sustainability: Davivienda is the first financial institution to obtain Zero Waste certification
Last Friday, February 21, Global Zero Waste had the honor of accompanying Banco Davivienda in the delivery of its Zero Waste Management System certification in the Gold category, awarded by ICONTEC, represented by our Technical Director, Diego Romero, and our Certification Director, Alberto Diaz. This recognition reflects the [...]