Sustainability in a zoo or aquarium is built into everyday operations. It can be seen in how resources are used, how waste is managed, how habitats are protected and how facilities teams support the broader conservation mission.
Bigbelly is proud to sponsor the 33rd Annual AZFA Conference, Oct. 11–15 in Cincinnati, hosted by the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden. We look forward to joining facilities and operations professionals who are working behind the scenes to make zoo and aquarium environments more sustainable every day.
Smarter Operations
Collection needs change throughout a zoo. Food-service areas, entrances, event spaces and high-traffic pathways can generate very different volumes from quieter areas of the property.
Bigbelly combines greater capacity with CLEAN™ operational visibility so teams can better understand when and where service is needed. That can reduce unnecessary collections and service trips while helping facilities teams focus resources on the locations that need attention.
Reduce Bag Use and Collection Activity
Increasing capacity and servicing stations based on need can also reduce the number of bags used and the frequency of collection activity. These practical operational improvements support sustainability while helping teams maintain consistently clean guest environments.
Protect Zoo Environments
Complete containment is especially important in environments centered on animal care. Fully enclosed Bigbelly stations eliminate pest access to waste and help prevent wind-blown or pest-strewn litter from reaching animal habitats.
Cleaner, contained waste supports animal wellness priorities while contributing to an environment that feels intentional and well cared for throughout the guest journey.
Support Diversion
Bigbelly systems can support waste, recycling and compost infrastructure, giving facilities teams flexibility to build programs around the needs of different areas of the property. Operational visibility can help teams understand performance and support measurable progress toward diversion and sustainability goals.
Sustainability in Action
AZFA brings together the people responsible for turning sustainability goals into daily practice. We are proud to support that community and grateful to the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden for hosting this year’s conference.
At Bigbelly, we believe the strongest infrastructure works quietly in the background—helping teams operate more efficiently while creating cleaner, more welcoming environments for animals and guests.
Meet the Bigbelly team at AZFA in Cincinnati and explore how smarter waste and recycling infrastructure can support your sustainability strategy.
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