Sustainability has ceased to be an option and has become an unavoidable obligation. In this context, more and more companies are integrating circular economy models into their operations. A clear example is the Diagonal Mar Shopping Center, which has become the first shopping center in Spain to obtain “Zero Waste Management” certification from Bureau Veritas, achieving the most demanding level: Excellent Commitment. TMA was the company responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive waste management system, from selective collection and document traceability to the effective recovery of each material. TMA’s strategy, based on the Zero Waste philosophy, has been key to Diagonal Mar meeting the most rigorous technical criteria required by Bureau Veritas and is a clear example of how sustainability can be successfully integrated into business strategy.
TMA, STRATEGIC PARTNER FOR ZERO WASTE MANAGEMENT
In a context where sustainability has become a strategic priority for companies across all sectors, the Diagonal Mar Shopping Center, managed by CBRE, has marked a turning point by obtaining the “Zero Waste Management” certification from Bureau Veritas, with an Excellent rating.
Diagonal Mar is the first shopping center in Spain to obtain this recognition, which certifies that more than 95% of the waste generated is managed through sustainable alternatives: reuse, recycling, composting, and energy recovery, reflecting a deep environmental commitment aligned with the circular economy.
This Excellent level is the highest within the certification model. It is compatible with the ISO 14001 environmental management standard and is fully integrated with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), granting Diagonal Mar an additional seal of reliability and environmental leadership.
This achievement has been possible thanks to a solid and well-structured collaboration between CBRE as the center’s manager, Bureau Veritas as the certifying entity, and TMA, as a waste management specialist and technical partner throughout the entire process.
TMA provided the technical and operational support, designing and implementing comprehensive waste management based on the Zero Waste philosophy. This management encompasses everything from selective collection and sorting of waste to its treatment in its own authorized plants to ensure traceability, quality, and real value at every step of the process (reuse, recycling, composting, and energy recovery).
In this way, TMA has secured Diagonal Mar the highest certification and consolidated its position as a benchmark for sustainability in Spain, integrating ESG criteria, ISO certifications, and SDGs into an effective operational strategy.
Diagonal Mar thus consolidates a high-level environmental management model because it has been able to transform its daily operations into an environmental management system aligned with the principles of the circular economy, becoming a benchmark in the retail sector in terms of sustainability.
What is the “Zero Waste Management” certification?
The “Zero Waste Management” certification is a standard created by Bureau Veritas to measure the environmental performance of organizations in relation to their waste management system.
It evaluates aspects such as control, monitoring, traceability, and the percentage of recovered waste, with the aim of promoting its recovery and minimizing unrecyclable waste that ends up in controlled landfills.
Why is this certification relevant?
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- It contributes to the circular economy: it encourages the transformation of waste into reusable or energy resources.
- It drives internal operational improvement: it motivates process optimization, staff training, and document control.
- It provides real reputational and ESG value: it strengthens the company’s credibility with stakeholders, regulators, and investors.
- It validates legal and environmental compliance: thanks to its alignment with international norms and standards.
With the Zero Waste Management certification, Diagonal Mar consolidates its position as a benchmark in responsible environmental management.
TMA’S ROLE: SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS FOR BUSINESSES
At TMA, as a company specializing in comprehensive waste management, we have contributed to the Diagonal Mar Shopping Center obtaining the Bureau Veritas “Zero Waste Management” certification with an Excellent level.
Our work has consisted of transforming the client’s environmental commitments into an efficient, traceable management system aligned with the circular economy, ensuring that more than 95% of the waste generated is managed through sustainable means, all adapted to the shopping center’s actual operations.
TMA has led the design and implementation of a comprehensive waste management system based on the Zero Waste philosophy, which includes:
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- Selective waste collection.
- Sorting and separation at source.
- Safe and traceable transportation.
- Treatment in our own authorized plants.
- Final recovery in recycling, composting, reuse, and energy recovery processes.
The main actions carried out by TMA have been:
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- Initial analysis and diagnosis of the waste generated at the center, identifying critical points and designing a system adapted to its operations.
- Implementation of selective collection and source separation systems, essential to ensure proper classification and facilitate subsequent treatment.
- Design of specific flows for reuse, recycling, composting, and energy recovery, always prioritizing material recovery over disposal.
- Implementation of traceability and document control tools, with continuous monitoring and generation of detailed reports on management.
- Technical support throughout the certification process, including audit preparation, validation of regulatory compliance, and coordination with Bureau Veritas.
Thanks to this collaboration, Diagonal Mar has managed to consolidate an efficient environmental management model, demonstrating that sustainability can be realistically and effectively integrated into high-traffic spaces with high operational complexity.
“ZERO WASTE MANAGEMENT” WITH TMA, A MODEL THAT CAN BE REPLICATED IN OTHER CENTERS AND SECTORS
Sustainability is a structural commitment, and every project we develop at TMA is aligned with our Zero Waste philosophy, where waste ceases to be a problem and becomes an opportunity.
The Diagonal Mar case is a clear example of how a strategic vision can be successfully applied in complex environments, such as a shopping center, without losing sight of efficiency, regulations, and profitability.
Our collaboration has focused on:
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- Transforming waste management into a driver of environmental change.
- Aligning the client’s internal processes with the principles of the circular economy.
- Contributing to compliance with the SDGs and strengthening the brand’s sustainable positioning.
- Fostering a responsible corporate culture throughout the operational chain.
We create waste management systems designed to endure and adapt to the reality and growth of the business.
At TMA, we work with the Zero Waste philosophy, an innovative approach to waste management to give it a new lease of life and turn waste into resources:
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- We redesign material cycles to prolong its use (reuse, recycling, and recovery), promoting its continuous transformation.
- We have our own infrastructure—sorting and treatment plants, a specialized fleet, and advanced technologies such as shredding, composting, and separation—to process all types of recoverable waste (plastic, paper, glass, wood, WEEE), ensuring rigorous traceability, quality at every stage, and the reintroduction of materials into new production processes.
This sustainable and scalable model can be applied to various sectors and types of facilities: shopping centers, corporate centers, industrial centers, and logistics centers.
Thus, we transform waste management into a real source of value and environmental innovation for companies, aligned with ISO standards, ESG criteria, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Circular Economy: Real Benefits for Businesses
Implementing waste management models focused on recovery and “Zero Waste Management” certification brings tangible benefits to businesses:
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- Regulatory compliance and anticipation of future regulations.
- Improved reputation and brand perception.
- Optimization of operating costs.
- Direct contribution to the SDGs and ESG goals.
- Possibility of accessing environmental recognition and certification.
DOES YOUR COMPANY WANT TO OBTAIN “ZERO WASTE MANAGEMENT” CERTIFICATION?
At TMA, we support companies that want to take a firm step toward sustainability.
We design, implement, and manage waste management systems tailored to each activity, with a clear focus: maximizing waste recovery.
How do we do it?
Initial personalized diagnosis.
We analyze the waste your company generates, evaluate existing processes, and identify opportunities for improvement.
Design of a customized system.
We create efficient collection, separation, and treatment circuits, compatible with the “Zero Waste Management” certification and aligned with your current operations.
Traceability, control, and documentation.
We implement tools for waste tracking, report generation, and the document management required by certifying entities.
Audit and certification support.
We guide you throughout the entire process: preparation, validation, and certification with Bureau Veritas or other accredited organizations.
A comprehensive approach to the Circular Economy.
We turn your waste into resources, aligning your company with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and improving your environmental positioning.
AT TMA, WE ARE ALSO ZERO WASTE
At TMA, we operate under a clear philosophy: Zero Waste.
We firmly believe that waste should not mark the end of a cycle, but rather the beginning of new opportunities. Therefore, our approach goes beyond simple collection and treatment; we implement systems that actively promote reuse and recovery.
We are proud to have obtained the Zero Waste Certification, a recognition that endorses our ability to recover our waste and demonstrates the efficiency of our processes.
This achievement, combined with our other certifications, reinforces our leadership in the sector and our commitment to sustainability.
Along with the Calculation Seal, the Zero Waste Certification underscores our dedication to protecting the environment and reducing the environmental impact of industrial activities and waste management.
At TMA, we comply with the most stringent environmental regulations and promote the Circular Economy in our daily activities.
All of this allows us to minimize the environmental impact of all our operations and reaffirm our commitment to the Zero Waste philosophy, which is present in each of our processes and activities.
Our mission is to help organizations transform their waste into resources by integrating more responsible and sustainable processes into their daily activities.
If your company wants to advance sustainability, implement a circular economy system, and qualify for certifications such as the Bureau Veritas “Zero Waste Management” Certification, count on TMA.
We take care of our customers and we take care of the environment.
We are much more than comprehensive waste management.
If you want to comply with regulations, improve your environmental impact, or adapt your procedures, write to us at comercial@tma.es and we will be happy to provide you with a personalized proposal, fully tailored to your needs.
We are here to help you reduce the environmental impact of your waste and take care of the environment.
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