Waste management cost savings via Total Utilities

Written By Jarren Kumaran

Cooperative Business NZ has partnered with NARTA to offer members access to waste management cost savings expertise from Total Utilities.

About NARTA

NARTA was established in 1965 and is one of the largest retail services groups in Australasia. NARTA’s procurement program helps you unlock exceptional value by leveraging collective scale to access industry-leading procurement solutions that drive efficiency, savings and sustainability in your business.

What they deliver

  • Unmatched value – access to best-in-class service providers with negotiated features and benefits.

  • Cost savings – group volume deals that deliver better financial outcomes ensuring ethical, compliant, and sustainable programs.

  • Zero cost to members – procurement services are provided Free of Cost to NARTA Members.

  • Benchmarked solutions with KPIs and reports.

  • National coverage of Australia and New Zealand.

About Total Utilities

Total Utilities is a New Zealand-based consultancy specialising in waste and sustainability optimisation. This collaboration empowers members to reduce costs, improve environmental outcomes and achieve lasting operational efficiency. 

Offer at a glance 

  • PartnerS: Narta and total utilities
  • eligibility: full members and their member-shareholders [where they are a business]
  • offer type: member cost savings


About the benefit

Cooperative Business NZ Full Members have access to Total Utilities expertise in:

  1. Waste audit and education:

  • Comprehensive site analysis and waste output review 

  • Detailed reports with actionable recommendations 

  • Tailored waste education programs to improve recycling habits 

  • Engagement with senior management to embed sustainable practices 

    2. Optional integrated waste reporting 

  • Option to choose advanced reporting tools for deep analysis of waste processes 

  • Utility Insights platform integrates waste data with electricity, gas, and LPG metrics 

  • Full visibility into resource consumption for smarter decision-making 

    3. Waste review and RFP management 

  • Strategic review of current waste services 

  • Expertly managed Request for Quote (RFQ) bid process 

  • Competitive proposals aligned with your sustainability goals 

  • Industry insights to guide optimal waste solutions  

How to access the offer

⤷ email Narta Procurement about the Total Utilities Offer
 

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