Waste Management
DTU is a large organization with a wide variety of waste that needs to be managed and recycled as much as possible. This is done in close collaboration between Campus Service and DTU’s units.
What should be sorted at DTU?
At DTU, it is a requirement that DTU’s units ensure the following:
- Sorting of the 11 standard fractions indoors in all buildings. This refers to waste similar to household waste.
- Sorting of other types of special waste generated in the buildings, such as in laboratories and workshops.
Find sorting guidelines and more information about the waste types here:
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DTU Waste Portal
On the DTU Waste Portal, all information about DTU’s waste management is gathered
Who does what?
Campus Service and DTU’s units collaborate on waste management with support from local waste coordinators and ADR coordinators (for hazardous waste). As a general rule, Campus Service is responsible for outdoor waste management and waste in common areas, while the individual units are responsible for waste management within their own areas inside the buildings.
What does Campus Service take care of?
- Emptying containers in the waste yards. Report it if containers, signage, or other items are missing.
- Collecting special waste that does not have designated containers in the waste yard, by agreement.
- Liaising with DTU’s cleaning service, which empties containers for residual waste and food waste indoors. It is possible to purchase emptying of other fractions.
- Training of waste coordinators and ADR coordinators (hazardous waste) and maintaining a network for these roles.
- Lending extra waste containers for relocations or clean-ups. Read more here.
- Planning and developing DTU’s waste management area and agreements with suppliers.
Who are the Waste Coordinators?
Each DTU unit must have at least one waste coordinator. These coordinators act as local points of contact and the link to Campus Service. Their tasks include ensuring proper facilities for waste sorting, communicating locally, and participating in both training sessions and network meetings 2–4 times a year.
Who are the ADR Coordinators?
Everyone working with chemicals and other hazardous waste at DTU must complete a mandatory course on handling ADR waste. Campus Service offers a voluntary network for all chemical coordinators, where they can maintain knowledge and exchange experiences with peers 2–4 times a year.