Environmental Compliance
Hazardous materials, environmental permits, green certifications, and waste management.
Carbon Footprint
1,240
tonnes CO2/yr
Waste Recycled
68%
of total waste
Renewable Energy
15%
of consumption
Water Usage
2.4M
litres/year
Hazardous Materials Inventory
| Substance | Building | MSDS Status |
|---|---|---|
| Formaldehyde | Medical School | Current |
| Hydrochloric Acid | Science Block A | Current |
| Acetone | Science Block A | Current |
| Mercury (thermometers) | Science Block B | Expired |
| Lead-based paint (legacy) | Great Hall | Current |
| Asbestos (roofing) | Engineering Block | Current |
| Diesel fuel (generator) | Main Administration | Current |
| Chlorine (pool) | Sports Complex | Current |
Environmental Permits
Effluent Discharge Permit
EMA Zimbabwe · Expires: Dec 31, 2026
Hazardous Waste Handling License
EMA Zimbabwe · Expires: Jun 30, 2026
Air Quality Certificate
City of Harare · Expires: Sep 30, 2026
Radiation Safety License
RPAZ · Expires: Mar 31, 2026
Water Abstraction Permit
ZINWA · Expires: Dec 31, 2027
Green Building Certifications
Green Star SA - 4 Star
Main Library · Awarded 2024
LEED Certified - Silver
Medical School · Awarded 2023
Green Star SA - 3 Star
Main Administration · Awarded 2023
7 buildings pending certification
Waste Management Status
General Waste
12.4 tonnes/month
Contractor: CityWaste
Compliant
Recyclables
8.2 tonnes/month
Contractor: GreenRecycle Zim
Compliant
Hazardous Waste
0.3 tonnes/month
Contractor: SafeDisposal Ltd
Compliant
E-Waste
0.5 tonnes/quarter
Contractor: E-Cycle Africa
Review Due