Course

Join us for an interactive online workshop exploring the critical role of Net Zero Waste in achieving net zero goals.

The waste sector is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. With global waste generation on track to more than double population growth by 2050, effective waste management has never been more urgent.

Net Zero Waste, driven by strategies such as waste reduction and recycling, is essential in addressing the climate crisis. In this workshop, Net Zero Waste expert Linus Naik will guide you through practical strategies to help your business or property achieve Net Zero Waste certification.

This workshop aims to build and expand zero waste competencies among changemakers, empowering professionals to lead their communities toward long-term systemic change.

In this 3-hour interactive session, we will cover:

• The importance of Zero Waste.
• Pathways to achieving Net Zero.
• Effective strategies for Net Zero Waste.
• Implementing a circular economy approach in waste management.

Who should attend?

This workshop is ideal for professionals in the green building and property sectors seeking a comprehensive understanding of net zero waste principles. It is also a valuable tool for businesses on the path to net zero, offering a framework to raise awareness across the organization.

Duration:

A 3-hour Zoom webinar.

Participants will receive:

• A Net Zero Waste eBook
• A certificate of attendance

Category 1 CPD Credit Value:0.5 for SACAP and ECSA registered professionals

Presenter: 

Linus Naik Managing Director, Green Gap Consulting

Linus Naik is an environmentalist and expert in waste and energy solutions, and the Managing Director of Green Gap Consulting. He holds a Doctorate in Chemical Engineering, focused on waste and energy solutions in emerging economies, and is completing an MBA in Leadership and Sustainability. Before Green Gap, Linus spent over a decade at the Don't Waste Group, leading sustainability initiatives, improving recycling practices, and raising sustainability awareness. At Green Gap, Linus and his team specialise in sustainability strategy, waste minimization, circular economy supply chain management, carbon strategy, and net zero. The team all have experience in waste minimisation, alternatives to landfill and are Net Zero Accredited professionals with the Green Building Council of South Africa.

Linus is also a director of the Zero Waste Foundation, a non-profit organisation focused on waste minimisation, education and environmental conservation. 

Find out more about the GBCSA Net Zero certification at: https://www.gbcsa.org.za/net-zero/