2026 Goal: Divert from Landfill
- Myles Minnaar

- 6 days ago
- 2 min read
As we step into 2026, one goal should be front and centre for every responsible business: diverting as much waste as possible from landfill. Landfills are filling up at an alarming rate, and continuing with a “dispose and forget” mindset is no longer sustainable—for the environment, for communities, or for business continuity.

Why Diverting from Landfill Matters
Landfill space is finite. Every tonne of waste sent to landfill contributes to long-term environmental damage, including soil contamination, methane emissions, and the loss of valuable materials that could otherwise be reused or recycled. Diverting waste is one of the most effective ways companies can reduce their environmental footprint immediately.
Beyond environmental responsibility, waste diversion is fast becoming a business imperative. Regulations are tightening, customer expectations are rising, and companies that fail to act risk higher costs and reputational damage.
Turning Waste into Opportunity
Diverting waste from landfill is not about doing one big thing—it’s about managing multiple waste streams smarter. Organic waste, recyclables, hazardous waste, and general waste each require different solutions. When handled correctly, these streams can be recovered, recycled, composted, or treated safely instead of being buried in landfill.
That’s where the right partner makes all the difference.
How Jumper Waste Helps You Reach Your Goal
At Jumper Waste, we work with businesses to help them achieve their waste diversion goals in a practical, measurable way. During 2025 alone, we assisted several clients in identifying sustainable solutions for various waste streams—significantly reducing their landfill footprint.
Our approach is simple and effective:
We assess your waste streams and identify diversion opportunities
We implement sustainable collection and disposal solutions
We report on all waste collected, ensuring transparency and accountability
We provide a Safe Disposal Certificate for peace of mind and compliance
This means you don’t just say you’re diverting waste—you can prove it.
What gets measured gets managed. Accurate reporting is a critical part of any waste diversion strategy. By tracking how much waste is diverted from landfill, businesses can set realistic targets, demonstrate compliance, and show real progress toward sustainability goals.
Make 2026 the Year You Divert
If your 2026 goal is to divert waste from landfill, Jumper Waste is your best partner. We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions—we believe in practical, compliant, and sustainable waste management that works for your business.
Landfills are filling up fast. Diverting waste is the smartest way to reduce your landfill footprint—starting now.
Let 2026 be the year your waste stops being a problem and starts becoming part of the solution.




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