Passerinvest leads the way in sustainable waste management at Brumlovka

Passerinvest Group has taken a major step toward optimizing the management and operation of its properties by introducing a comprehensive waste management system at Brumlovka. Since October 2024, all waste generated across 11 office and commercial buildings, as well as public spaces, has been centrally managed. This initiative aims to increase efficiency, reduce traffic congestion caused by waste collection, and ensure precise data tracking for waste disposal. Crucially, none of the waste from Brumlovka ends up in landfills—all of it is either recycled or sent for energy recovery.

The transformation began in early 2024 with a carefully structured tender process. One of the key criteria was ensuring that waste collection was carried out exclusively by vehicles equipped with integrated weighing systems. AVE CZ Waste Management s.r.o. won the contract and now transports approximately 53 tonnes of waste per month, with every load dynamically weighed to provide precise data on waste volumes from each building. This data allows Passerinvest to refine its waste management strategy and further optimize collection and disposal processes.

The benefits of this centralized waste management approach extend beyond sustainability. By consolidating collection services, Passerinvest has achieved a 16% reduction in waste disposal costs compared to the previous system, where individual buildings managed waste separately. More significantly, the new system has reduced the number of collection vehicles operating within Brumlovka, easing traffic congestion and cutting greenhouse gas emissions.

“While financial savings are certainly a factor, our primary motivation was the ability to track waste production with greater accuracy,” said Petr Klauda, Property Manager at Passerinvest Group. “By gathering detailed data, we can make more informed decisions about waste reduction and efficiency improvements, leading to long-term operational savings.”

Preparing for Future Waste Regulations

Passerinvest’s new system is also designed to comply with upcoming legislation that will restrict landfill disposal to just 10% of total waste by 2035. The company has already established sorting processes to ensure waste is either recycled or converted into energy. “One of the key priorities during the tender process was securing a service provider with expertise in ESG initiatives,” said Petr Bečán, Property Manager & ESG at Passerinvest Group. “We have also introduced advanced reporting tools that provide precise, verifiable waste data, moving beyond rough estimates.”

An additional focus of Passerinvest’s waste strategy is education. As part of its regular engagement with tenants, the company will provide training on sustainable waste management practices, helping businesses and employees contribute to the initiative.

Tackling Waste at the Source: The Paper Towel Problem

A recent waste audit conducted at one of Brumlovka’s buildings revealed that nearly 50% of mixed municipal waste could be sorted further, with 25% consisting of discarded paper towels. This discovery has led to the launch of a pilot recycling program, developed in partnership with a hygiene product distributor. The program uses specialized presses to recycle paper towels in alignment with circular economy principles.

“These analyses are incredibly valuable,” said Petr Bečán. “By identifying inefficiencies, such as excessive paper towel waste, we can implement targeted solutions. Our goal is to expand these recycling initiatives across all buildings in Brumlovka as part of our broader effort to reduce unsorted waste.”

Passerinvest’s proactive approach to waste management is setting a new benchmark for sustainability in commercial real estate. By leveraging technology, data-driven insights, and tenant education, the company is proving that efficient waste management can go hand-in-hand with environmental responsibility and cost savings.