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title: "Educational institution obtains Gold Certification from the True Zero Waste Program - Gerencia de Edificios"
description: "Colegio Rochester, located in Bogotá, became the only institution of its kind in the world to obtain Gold Certification from the TRUE Zero Waste Program from the United States Sustainable Building Council (USGBC)."
url: "https://www.gerenciadeedificios.com/en/news/latest-news/375-enterprises/11941-educational-institution-obtains-gold-certification-from-the-true-zero-waste-program.html"
date: "2026-07-23T16:34:54+00:00"
language: "en-GB"
---

#  [ Educational institution obtains Gold Certification from the True Zero Waste Program](https://www.gerenciadeedificios.com/en/news/latest-news/375-enterprises/11941-educational-institution-obtains-gold-certification-from-the-true-zero-waste-program.html "Educational institution obtains Gold Certification from the True Zero Waste Program")

      Details     18 July 2024           ![Rochester](https://www.gerenciadeedificios.com/images/stories/GDE/2024/Institucin_educativa_obtiene_la_Certificacin_Oro_del_Programa_True_Zero_Waste.jpg)  *Colombia.* Colegio Rochester, located in Bogotá, became the only institution of its kind in the world to obtain Gold Certification from the TRUE Zero Waste Program from the United States Sustainable Building Council (USGBC).

Christine Taunton, Communications Coordinator, communications coordinator of the institution, commented that "the Gold certification of the TRUE Program (Total Resource Use and Efficiency) represents a significant change in the way we manage materials and resources, ensuring that all products are reused and diverted from landfills, incineration and the natural environment."

The TRUE Program, administered by Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), complements other eco-rating systems such as LEED, and strives to transform the way materials flow through society. This innovative approach helps reduce waste and promote resource efficiency, which is essential for building a more sustainable future.

![](https://www.gerenciadeedificios.com/images/stories/GDE/2024/Institucin_educativa_obtiene_la_Certificacin_Oro_del_Programa_True_Zero_Waste_2.jpg)

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"We would like to extend our sincere thanks to all the members of our educational community who made this achievement possible. From teachers and administrative staff, to students and their families, every effort has been fundamental to achieve this recognition. This achievement is not only a testament to our commitment to sustainability, but also an example of the positive impact that a united and engaged community can achieve," added Taunton.

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Duván Chaverra AgudeloEmail: dchaverra@latinpressinc.com

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Jefe Editorial en Latin Press, Inc,. Comunicador Social y Periodista con experiencia de más de 12 años en medios de comunicación. Apasionado por la tecnología. Director Académico del Congreso RefriAméricas.

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