At-A-Glance
Summary
Furniture Reuse Solutions (FRS), in collaboration with two of our partners, completed a 98-classroom refresh project for a California school district that was modernizing its facilities for the first time in many years.
The upgrade brought new energy to the school as it prepared for the upcoming academic year and its successful execution is a testament to our commitment to strategic logistics and customer satisfaction.
Watching the project evolve from the conception of the new classrooms to the final installation over just three days was incredibly rewarding for FRS and its partners.
Project Description
Furniture Reuse Solutions was responsible for the removal and redistribution of surplus furniture while our partners installed new desks, tables and chairs.
The project presented several challenges including a 3-day timeline that started the day after Memorial Day and limited working hours, as teams could only begin work after students were dismissed. The holiday weekend led to trucking delays while on-site graduation events restricted parking and staging access, creating additional logistical challenges.
Our proactive approach included a thorough site walkthrough in advance, despite adverse weather conditions, to ensure all details were accounted for. Special arrangements were made for staging in anticipation of holiday-related delays.
Outcome
Thanks to careful planning and close collaboration with our partners, FRS successfully completed the project, refreshing all 98 classrooms within the designated time frame.
The surplus furniture was efficiently distributed to domestic and international charities, supporting various humanitarian efforts around the globe. In some cases, deliveries were restricted to specific items, adding to the need for careful planning.
Environmental Impact
Additionally, our efforts diverted over 53 tons of various materials from landfills, ultimately preventing the release of harmful chemicals and greenhouse gasses that occur during decomposition and incineration.
Reusing these materials conserves resources and energy that would otherwise be expended in producing new items, thus minimizing the overall carbon footprint associated with manufacturing and waste management.
Material Composition
- Metal – 51.6%
- Composite – 30.3%
- Plastic – 12.7%
- Laminate – 4.1%
- Wood -2.3%
Inventory Summary
| Type | Qty | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Cart | 2 | 130 |
| Chair | 1,004 | 13,703 |
| Stool | 343 | 8,092 |
| Desk | 2,160 | 66,345 |
| Table | 349 | 18,565 |
| Total | 3,858 | 106,835 |
CO2e Offset
We achieved an estimated C02e offset of 130 metric tons which is equal to approximately: