PORT COQUITLAM, BC / PR Karma / June 24, 2025 12:15

Port Coquitlam, BC – June 24, 2025 – Happy Stan’s Recycling Services Ltd. (HSR) proudly supports the release of Version 8.1 of the Zero Waste Hierarchy of Highest and Best Use, published this month by the Zero Waste International Alliance (ZWIA). This updated version refines one of the most widely adopted global frameworks for Zero Waste strategy, reinforcing best practices that guide organizations, governments, and communities toward more sustainable resource use. It continues to be a leading tool for developing Zero Waste policies, programs, and strategies worldwide.

As Chair of the ZWIA Zero Waste Hierarchy Working Group and President of Happy Stan’s Recycling Services Ltd., Jamie Kaminski played a direct role in developing this important update.

“The Zero Waste Hierarchy provides a critical understanding of policies to ensure global alignment with the term ‘Zero Waste,” — Jamie Kaminski, Committee Chair of the Zero Waste Hierarchy Working Group and President of the HSR Zero Waste and HSR Services.

• Strengthened guidance and enhanced language under the Do Not Export Harm principle, ensuring hazardous materials are not sent to regions or facilities unable to manage them responsibly.

• A new principle, Do No Harm, to guide organizations in minimizing the negative social and environmental impacts of materials and discards throughout their lifecycle.

• Updated definitions for circular economy, closed-loop systems, composting, and recycling, offering clearer, more consistent language for global application.

“These updates provide essential insights to address current issues, including chemical recycling and working toward a circular economy,” said Gary Liss, Chair of the ZWIA Certifications Committee.

“Conserving resources is our goal. The Hierarchy provides a model,” said Richard Anthony, President of ZWIA.

As a long-standing Zero Waste advocate, HSR is committed to aligning the services with these updated standards to ensure materials are handled responsibly and ethically throughout their lifecycle.

The full ZWIA release and updated Version 8.1 of the Zero Waste Hierarchy can be found here.

The Zero Waste Hierarchy provides a structured framework for waste prevention, material recovery, and sustainable resource management. Designed to guide policymakers, businesses, and individuals, it expands on the widely recognized 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) to prioritize actions that drive systemic change toward a circular economy. The Hierarchy serves as a key policy tool for developing Zero Waste strategies and fostering a more sustainable future. Learn more at Zero Waste Canada.

HSR is a leading provider of expertise and solutions for facilities aiming to minimize waste generation. Established in 1988, the company began as Happy Stan’s Recycling Services Ltd. and has since expanded to offer a range of resource management solutions. HSR operates through two main divisions: HSR Services and HSR Zero Waste.

HSR Services provides hands-on recycling services and practical waste management strategies to support businesses and communities. HSR Zero Waste, its consulting division, helps organizations achieve certifications through Zero Waste Canada, LEED, BOMA, TRUE, and Green Marine, guiding them toward a sustainable future. Learn more at happystan.com

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