FAQ: HSR Zero Waste's Clean50 2026 Award for Convention Centre Zero Waste Transformation

What is the Clean50 Top Project Award that HSR Zero Waste received?

The Clean50 Top Project Award is an annual recognition by Delta Management Group that honors outstanding sustainability initiatives in Canada that drive measurable environmental impact, with projects chosen based on innovation, measurable results, and ability to inspire replication.

What specific project earned HSR Zero Waste this award?

The award was for the Convention Centre Zero Waste Transformation Project, which implemented a comprehensive waste diversion and resource recovery model at the Vancouver Convention Centre.

What were the key achievements of this zero waste transformation project?

The project diverted over one million kilograms of material in a single year and increased the Vancouver Convention Centre’s diversion rate from 50% to between 75-90% in 2024, significantly reducing landfill waste.

How did HSR Zero Waste achieve these waste reduction results?

They redesigned waste flows, reconfigured existing equipment, and implemented hands-on sorting programs and staff training in collaboration with event organizers, facility teams, and stakeholders.

Who presented the Clean50 Awards and what was their perspective on this project?

Gavin Pitchford, CEO of Delta Management Group, presented the awards and described the Convention Centre Zero Waste Transformation project as ‘a terrific example’ of measurable impact, innovation, and ability to inspire others to replicate success.

Who represented HSR Zero Waste at the Clean50 Summit?

Founders Stan and Della Kaminski represented the company at the Clean50 Summit 2026 in Toronto, where over 160 Clean50 Honourees gathered to exchange ideas and discuss climate leadership.

Where can I learn more about this project and the Clean50 Awards?

You can learn more about the Convention Centre Zero Waste Transformation Project on the Clean50 website here and view the full list of 2026 Clean50 honourees at www.clean50.com.

What is HSR Zero Waste’s area of expertise?

HSR Zero Waste is a leading environmental consulting firm specializing in Zero Waste strategies, waste diversion, and sustainability education, helping businesses, communities, and organizations achieve environmental goals through innovative solutions.

Why is this award significant for sustainable event management?

This recognition sets a new standard in sustainable event management by demonstrating the potential of circular systems in large-scale operations and showing measurable environmental impact through innovative waste diversion practices.