Beverage Waste Case Studies

Mel's Corner Tap; Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Objective

Reduce the volume of waste generated in the bar and the associated disposal costs.

Actions

Mel's set up waste and recycling separation bins to be shared with four other restaurants and bars.

Outcomes

Transport costs were reduced with resulting cost savings of $US125 for each business per month.

Source: Enviro Sense- http://es.epa.gov/new/business/sbdc/sbdc101.htm