TRUE Zero Waste Certification
Achieve verified zero-waste performance with data-driven audits, diversion strategies, and certification facilitation under USGBC’s TRUE framework.
Why Choose us
The TRUE (Total Resource Use and Efficiency) certification, administered by Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), is the global benchmark for waste reduction and circularity.Firstgreen Consulting is one of India’s leading TRUE Zero Waste Advisors, guiding organisations through the complete journey — from waste audits and operational reforms to diversion strategy and certification documentation.We have successfully delivered TRUE-certified campuses for HCL, DLF, and EXL Services, integrating waste audits, source segregation programs, and recycling partnerships into everyday operations.

Post-Certification Monitoring
Periodic performance reviews and data tracking to maintain TRUE certification status.

Stakeholder Training & Awareness
Workshops and visual campaigns for employees, FM teams, and vendors.

Supply Chain & EPR Integration
A technical webinar by Dr. Sanjay Vashishtha explaining the pathways to achieve Net Zero Energy, Water, and Carbon for large campuses.
Key Takeaways
- Passive design strategies
- On-site vs off-site renewable roadmaps
- Lifecycle emissions accounting

Baseline Waste Audit
Comprehensive waste stream mapping, segregation assessment, and data analysis.

Diversion Strategy Development
Identifying opportunities for reuse, recycling, composting, and material recovery.

TRUE Documentation & Application
Preparation of required credit documentation, scorecards, and submission to GBCI.
Comprehensive Waste Solutions: How TRUE Certification Drives Circular Excellence
Firstgreen Consulting supports Indian organizations in their transition to smarter, truly circular waste management. As one of the country’s leading TRUE Zero Waste Advisors , we guide companies toward achieving the international TRUE (Total Resource Use and Efficiency) certification, administered by GBCI and recognized as the global benchmark for waste reduction.
Our expertise covers the entire certification process: detailed waste audits, diversion strategies, comprehensive documentation, and stakeholder training. We have supported industry leaders such as HCL, DLF, and EXL Services in achieving high levels of certification, including TRUE Platinum, through robust programs for source separation, composting, recycling, and partnerships with waste recovery companies.
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