In Development Episode 47: Sustainable Solutions Underground: A Conversation with Jordan Denault

In this episode, listeners are invited to explore waste management and innovation with Jordan Denault, a business development manager at Underground Disposal Systems (UDS). Jordan delves into his work in the waste management industry and its intersection with infill development. The conversation spans across waste management practices in Edmonton, encompassing traditional methods and the rise of solutions like underground silos pioneered by UDS. Jordan provides an insightful overview of UDS's role, from design to installation, emphasizing the functionality of their underground bins.Advantages and challenges of underground waste disposal systems take center stage, alongside examples of their implementation in various locations, from bustling commercial centers like Edmonton's Currents of Windermere to residential neighbourhoods in Sherwood Park and Calgary. The discussion also touches upon evolving trends in waste management, such as endeavours to integrate bins with green spaces. Drawing comparisons to waste management practices in other cities like Calgary and Saskatoon, Jordan sheds light on regulatory hurdles and opportunities for improvement in urban waste management. This episode offers valuable insights into the future of waste management, appealing to those interested in sustainability, urban planning, or technological innovation.–Jordan Denault is a business development manager at Underground Disposal Systems (UDS), a Western Canadian distributor of underground waste collection systems. He has been with UDS for over 3 years and his focus is helping improve the waste management experience right from working with developer and architect partners through to the end users. Locally owned and operated, UDS is Western Canada’s first waste disposal company dedicated solely to the sale, installation, and maintenance of semi-underground waste collection systems across Western Canada. UDS prides itself on offering solutions to meet their clients’ needs for more functional and aesthetically pleasing sites.