CWE-ES-05
Compassion, Welfare & Environment
Environment & Sustainability
CORE
Excellence
v2.9.7
Waste Reduction and Recycling Program Active
This criterion assesses the program's effectiveness in minimizing waste, embodying the Islamic prohibition of Isrāf (wastefulness) and preventing Fasād (corruption/harm) on earth. By actively recycling and reducing landfill use, the organization demonstrates Khilāfah (stewardship), protects life and wealth (Maqāṣid al-Sharī‘ah), lowers operational costs, and promotes a pure environment (Ṭahārah) for all stakeholders.
Assessment Questions
- Is there a documented and formally approved policy for waste reduction and recycling?
- Define the waste reporting boundary: which premises/events are included (owned, leased, hired venues) and who controls bins/contractors?
- What is the data source for weights (contractor tickets, on-site weighing, estimates) and how is data quality verified?
- Where is waste/Duty of Care recorded in the organisational risk register and what are the key controls (owner, frequency, assurance evidence)?
- What is the escalation process if a compliance breach occurs (e.g., unregistered carrier, missing consignment note)?
- How does the organization use performance data, benchmarks, and stakeholder feedback to set improvement targets?
Evidence Requirements
- Official Waste Reduction and Recycling Policy document.
- Waste Data Method Statement (boundary, sources, estimation method).
- Reporting Boundary Map/List (sites + event types included).
- Waste management logs, invoices, and internal KPI dashboards.
- Contamination Audit Records (photos + corrective actions).
- Procurement guidelines favoring minimal packaging and examples of reduced material consumption.
- Copies of waste carrier/broker/dealer registrations; Waste Transfer Notes (last 24 months); hazardous Consignment Notes (last 36 months).
- Venue/Contract Clauses for events requiring segregated bins and reporting.
- Contractor monthly reports detailing weights by EWC code and stream.
Scoring Guidelines
| Level | Rating | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5/5 | Leading: Comprehensive program with high diversion (≥70%), low contamination (≤10%), year-on-year intensity reduction, and circular procurement. |
| 4 | 4/5 | Advanced: Program is active with good diversion (≥50%), low contamination (≤15%), and intensity metrics tracked with improvement actions. |
| 3 | 3/5 | Established: A basic recycling program is in place (≥2 streams) with documented SOPs, basic tracking, and full Duty of Care compliance. |
| 2 | 2/5 | Minimal: A minimal program exists (e.g., only paper recycling) or basic disposal is managed, but tracking is absent. (Cap for non-compliance). |
| 1 | 1/5 | None: No formal waste reduction or recycling efforts. |
Discussion (1)
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2026-03-07 12:01:25.345048
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