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Zero Waste Certification in Peru: Partnership between Syntropia and Global Zero Waste
LIMA, Peru — September 21, 2026
Aiming to transform comprehensive solid waste management across Peru's productive sector, Syntropia Consulting S.A.C. and Global Zero Waste (GZW) announced the signing of a strategic collaboration agreement. Through this partnership, Syntropia assumes the role of an accredited consultancy to guide public and private organizations in Peru through the design, implementation, and preparation toward official certification of their Zero Waste Management Systems (ZWMS).
The Zero Waste Management System framework drives companies to transition from a linear model to a truly circular economy, integrating the 9Rs hierarchy (Refuse, Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Repair, Refurbish, Remanufacture, Repurpose, and Recycle). The core objective is to minimize waste generation, optimize operational efficiency, and reintroduce materials back into productive or high-value cycles.
This synergy positions the Peruvian market in an optimal scenario for adopting rigorous environmental standards, responding to the growing global demand for sustainable business models, regulatory compliance, and verifiable ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) metrics.
"Certification of a Zero Waste Management System represents not only an improvement in environmental sustainability metrics, but also a driver of technical and operational efficiency for businesses in Peru. Through this agreement, we will provide organizations with the technical methodology needed to turn their waste challenges into real economic and social value," said Marcela Romero Martínez, Legal Representative of Syntropia Consulting S.A.C.
Furthermore, adopting the international ZWMS standard will enable local industries to prepare their facilities, processes, or specific waste streams for independent, third-party audits conducted by Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs).
"Our goal is to provide innovation tools, specialized training, and global standards that allow countries in the region to accelerate the transition toward a circular economy. Syntropia Consulting's accreditation in Peru guarantees high-level technical guidance so companies can achieve verifiable Zero Waste goals," stated Sandra Milena Pinzón García, Legal Representative of Global Zero Waste.
With this milestone, both organizations reaffirm their commitment to promoting sound environmental practices, paving the way for a Peruvian business ecosystem aligned with the forefront of the international circular economy.
About Syntropia Consulting S.A.C. Syntropia Consulting S.A.C. is a consulting firm specialized in providing professional, technical, and comprehensive advisory services for public and private sector organizations in Peru. Focused on sustainable development, it helps companies optimize processes and implement environmentally responsible management models. For more information, visit: https://syntropiaconsulting.com/
About Global Zero Waste (GZW) Global Zero Waste is an international non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting circular economy standards and tools worldwide. It is the creator and managing entity of the Zero Waste Management System (ZWMS) Certification Program, designed to evaluate and support zero-waste goals for organizations across various sectors. For more information, visit: https://globalzerowaste.org/
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