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The Journey to Zero Waste

Biological Waste Management in Research and Instructional Labs

Presentation Objectives

Identifying problem

• f Biological Safety

Level 1 & 2 waste Introduction of sustainable Solutions for BSL 1 & 2 Waste Replicating procedure for your campus/facility Implementation of Program Sustainable BSL 1 & 2 Waste management process

There are many different waste streams that must be managed. This presentation we will focus on Biological Safety Level 1 & 2 Waste

Hazardous Waste Radioactive Waste Universal Waste MSW or Commodity Waste Medical/ Biological Waste

What is the Problem? Energy Usage, Water Consumption, and Landfill Waste:

Autoclave

UC Riverside Study: Energy Use 84kWh/day and 30,600 kWh for 1 year. A pressure chamber used to sterilize waste by subjecting it to high pressure steam at 250°F for around 15–20 min. A UC Riverside study found that autoclaves averaged 654 gal/day or 239,000 gal/year. Sent to landfill Reaching zero waste goal by 2025.

What is the Problem?

• Landfills emit by-

products like methane, dioxins and leachate which, when left untreated, can enter into the soil, contaminating water sources, plants and even food.

Introduction to Sustainable Solutions for Biological Safety Level 1 & 2 Waste

70/30 Layout

Sustainable alternative to autoclave and landfill

• f waste

BSL 1 & 2 Waste Management No sustainable solution Incineration or Autoclave & landfill BSL-1 & 2 Waste Management

Then Now

Then Versus Now: Medical Waste Management Options

Sustainable Solution: Emerald Energy Program (BSL-1 Wate)

• BSL-1 waste:

Non-Infectious waste

• Certified, non-

infectious and non-hazardous debris/materials generated in the laboratory

Emerald Energy

• No sterilization
• Shredding of

waste

• Sent for Waste

to Energy process

Process

• Zero CUPA violation in

regards to program

• Extended storage time limits
• No freezer storage

requirement

• Reduced cost & liability
• Potential reclassification to

smaller generator status

• No ASTM D1709 and ASTM

D1922 certified red bag for disposal

Compliance 1 2 3

Sustainable Solution: Bio-Inergy Program (BSL-2 Waste)

• BSL-2 waste:

Infectious waste

• Sterilization and

shredding before W2E process Bio-INergy

• Sustainable

alternative to autoclave and landfill treatment

• Limits your
• rganization’s

carbon footprint by avoiding out-of- state incineration. Process

• Zero CUPA violation in

regards to program.

• Waste meets definition
• f Cal. Health & Safety

Code §117690 or §117675

• No change in

management of waste,

• nly end process of

management Compliance

1 2 3

Replicating for your campus or facility

Replicating Process For Your Campus:

• Develop written

SOP’s and a communication plan for those that will be part

• f Programs
• Work with

vendor to understand the parameters for waste-to- energy processes

• Procure

resources for Programs:

• Buy new waste

containers

• Create new

signage for waste containers

• Administration

buy in for Programs.

• Must be able to

defend it to inspector.

• Regulatory

compliance of Program

Decision Making Factors in Laboratories

Regulations Laws Safety Site specific policies

COMPLIANCE

Internal processes & guidelines

Identifying Potential Laboratories

125

Total number of laboratories at Cal St. Univ. San Marcos

34 45 11

Total number of labs working with biological agents Biological Safety Level 1 labs Biological Safety Level 2 labs

Action Plan with PI or Lab Manager

1 2 3

Set up 1:1 meeting with PI or lab manager. Meet them in their

• ffice or laboratory

Assess what, if any biological agents are being used: BSL 1 or 2 Determine if their biological waste can be diverted to waste- to-energy process

Assessing Laboratories

• Biological Use Survey
• Asking specific

questions

• Determine what BSL
• f waste is generated

in lab

• Make the

recommendation for which program to implement

The Path to Workplace Changes:

Anticipate pitfalls- be patient Commit to 90 days, start small Establish trust and give support to users Meet with PI

Run it as an experiment Celebrate successes- big or small

Lack of Clear Scope/Definition from the Starting Gate: Education:

• What is changing?
• Why is it changing?
• Not informing users of work habit
• changes. Teaching users about the

program and what changes to expect

• In person meetings, emails, continuous

support, develop SOP’s

• Users should be made aware of the

benefits of participating in the program

• Commitment to fiscal resources

and personnel time

• No sustained leadership support
• Resistance to change

PotentialPitfalls

Communication: Support for Program: Culture:

1 2 3 4 5

Limitation of Program:

Not Accepted In Waste-to-Energy Program

Radiological Materials Pathology Sharps Chemicals

Growing the Program: Small Steps Lead to Success

2015 2016 2017 2018 2019

Start expanding program. Start with low hanging fruit Expanding Keep Expanding Showing benefits of program to end users Program Efficiency Laboratories adjusted to work place changes All labs Participating

Year 5: Labs now asking to

• participate. Users

see benefit and concept has been adopted by all laboratories

Work with Faculty (PI’s) and Lab Managers that you have rapport with Pilot Phase

Growth of Programs

Patholo gical Waste 19% Emerald Energy 60% Bio- INergy 15% Sharps 6%

2017-2018 Biohazardous Waste

Pathological Waste Emerald Energy Bio-INergy Sharps Regulated Medical 32% Pathology 24% Emerald Energy 44%

2016-2017 Biohazardous Waste

Regulated Medical Pathology EE

2018-2019 Biohazardous Waste

Pathological Waste 13% Emerald Energy 61% Bio-INergy 21% Sharps 5% Pathological Waste Emerald Energy Bio-INergy Sharps

2017/18 BSL 1 & 2Waste Diversion = 7,680 LBS 95%+ Waste Diversion from landfill =3.84 Tons CO2 Emission Reduction =3,412 kWh of Renewable Electricity

Waste-to-Energy 2017/18

Sustainable Waste Management Process

 Jason Litt, Director of Innovation, Ingenium Group, LLC  Partnership With California State University, San Marcos Achieving Sustainability Goals Technical Overview of Ingenium’s Emerald Energy and BioINergy Programs

Key Questions

How Much Medical Waste Did Your University Ship Last Year? What Steps Can Your University Take to Reach Its Sustainability Goals? What is The Impact On Your University’s Sustainability Profile?

Catalyst

• Improper Classification
• Lack of Alternatives
• Perception Concern

Regulatory

• § 117675 Infectious Agent
• § 117700 Medical Solid Waste
• § 117695 Treated Medical Waste

Cost

• Neutral to Current Methods
• Less Than Direct Incineration

Benefits

• Single-Use Containers
• Red Bag Costs Eliminated
• Diminished Shipment Frequency
• Possible Generator Status Reduction
• “Hidden Cost” Savings From

Elimination of Reporting, Training, Permits, and Tracking

• Liability Reduction

How It Works

• Non-Infectious Waste Collected
• Shredded to an Unrecognizable

State

• Managed for Waste-To-Energy

How It Works

Catalyst

• Desire For a Complete Program
• Lack of Alternatives
• State Approved Technology
• Favorable Logistics
• Simple Transition

Regulatory

• § 117695 Treated Medical Waste

Cost

• Neutral to Current Methods
• Less Than Direct Incineration

Overview

How It Works

Waste-to-Energy Process

One ton of waste can yield between 750 and 1,00 kWh hours—enough to power a person’s home for a month.

Energy Production

By converting waste to energy, it substantially reduces the amount of waste entering landfills, which can curb greenhouse gases.

Reduce Landfill Waste

The process itself is green, employing the latest pollution control equipment to scrub and filter emissions, preventing their release into the environment.

Sustainability

Energy Production

Safety

Reduces Landfill Waste

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The Intersection of Sustainability and Safety

Sustainability

3

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Questions?

California State University San Marcos 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd Tel: 760-750-4502 Email: csteffler@csusm.edu Cai Steffler EHS Specialist csusm.edu/shs