WCRA

An array of issues need addressing in CE space

At a recent breakfast held by the NSW Waste Contractors and Recycling Association (WCRA) in Parramatta, Sydney, NSW EPA head Tony Chappel outlined some of the regulator’s upcoming priorities over the next 12 months. One was the Product Lifecycle Responsibility Act which was passed in March. The date it comes into effect has yet to be determined, but it is a good start. Many in the industry – especially those in the processing sector – will be pleased to hear that the EPA and the state government are going to have some “very targeted industry engagement”, according to Chappel. The EPA would be reaching out to WCRA and other stakeholders soon with draft legislation that would be introduced into parliament. Read More
Shredder

SKALA shredder helps give mattresses new life

Mattresses take up valuable and expensive space in landfill. With options and availability for landfills running out quickly, turning old mattresses into recycled products like metal and timber is a clever way to reduce the waste and recover marketable materials. Mattress recycling offers benefits by diverting these resources for re-use – something waste management company Wanless and its Sydney Recycling Park are achieving every day.  Read More
Mary Haines

NSW EPA appoints Haines as boardmember

The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has announced the appointment of Adjunct Professor Mary Haines to the EPA Board, bringing a wealth of experience in public health, governance and policy to the state’s leading environmental regulator. Read More