SITE Canada Earth Month Event
SITE Canada Earth Month Event: Practical Zero Waste Strategies for Events in Vancouver On April 28, HSR Zero Waste participated in the SITE Canada Earth Month event in Vancouver, bringing together event professionals, venues, and industry leaders focused on event sustainability and waste reduction. As part of the event, Jamie Kaminski moderated a panel and […]
Why Zero Waste Is Becoming a Competitive Advantage for Canadian Businesses
Zero Waste Is Becoming a Competitive Advantage for Canadian Businesses As climate policy tightens and operational costs continue to rise, Canadian organizations are being forced to rethink how they manage waste. What was once seen as a back-end operational expense is quickly becoming a strategic lever for cost reduction, risk management, and sustainability leadership. At […]
Top Sustainability Certifications to Consider for 2026
Why Businesses Are Focusing on ESG in 2026 As the year comes to a close, businesses across Canada and beyond are preparing their sustainability and ESG priorities for 2026. Whether your goals include strengthening your performance, improving ESG reporting, or pursuing third-party recognition, certification can play an important role in demonstrating environmental leadership. At HSR […]
What Is Zero Waste?
For commercial facilities across Canada, one of the most effective ways to demonstrate environmental leadership is by pursuing a Zero Waste approach. But what exactly does “Zero Waste” mean? Many organizations assume it’s simply another term for recycling. In fact, Zero Waste is a comprehensive framework for resource management that helps reduce costs, improves efficiency, […]
See Us at the Zero Waste Conference 2025
At HSR Zero Waste, we believe collaboration is key to building a sustainable, circular future. That’s why we’re proud to once again participate in the National Zero Waste Conference (NZWC) 2025, happening online October 22–23, 2025. The NZWC brings together professionals, advocates, and changemakers from across North America to share strategies and solutions for reducing […]
HSR Zero Waste Featured in Resource Recycling Magazine Op-Ed
HSR Zero Waste President Co-Authors Op-Ed in Resource Recycling Magazine We are proud to share that Jamie Kaminski, President of HSR Zero Waste, has co-authored a featured op-ed in Resource Recycling, one of the most respected publications in North America’s recycling and waste management sector. Co-written with Gary Liss, Chair of the Zero Waste Certifications […]
World Nature Conservation Day: A Reminder for Us
Today is World Nature Conservation Day, a reminder of how much we rely on the environment and why protecting natural resources is essential, especially for businesses committed to sustainable practices. From the air we breathe to the water we drink and the land we live on, our connection to nature is constant. This day encourages […]