This article was contributed by Adam Faulkner, the chief executive officer of the Northern Adelaide Waste Management Authority (NAWMA) and Waste Management and Resource Recovery Association of Australia (WMRR) national vice-president.
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Lead acid battery transportation better in wood or plastic containers?
There are many challenges that come with the recycling sector – be it the challenge of educating the public to put the right items in the correct bin to minimise contamination, or be it the challenge of ensuring e-waste is disposed of correctly with the help of convenient collection points.
Scientists in NSW and Vic turn waste into various recyclable plastics
Scientists at Deakin University and the University of Sydney have conducted separate research projects to find new uses for waste by turning it into plastics with various uses.
SA EPA gives clearer guidance for management of landfill facilities
South Australia’s EPA recently updated its state guidelines for the development and operation of waste depots following consultation with industry and its stakeholders. So, what does this mean for industry moving forward?
Europe improves CE practices, but too many materials still slip through the cracks
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Challenges arising from international policy changes give opportunity locally
China’s National Sword policy and the current “War on Waste” have raised a new awareness of recycling in Australia, which has pushed industry, councils and regional waste groups to improve and strengthen the country’s recycling systems.
Sustainability Victoria CEO moves on to lead Solar Victoria
In May of this year, Sustainability Victoria (SV) announced that its CEO, Stan Krpan, had resigned to take up a new role as the inaugural CEO of the newly established Solar Victoria.
AIP’s technical meeting highlights opportunities in recycling soft plastics
A technical meeting, led by the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP), has provided industry a better understanding of the issues surrounding soft plastics, the benefits this packaging format offers and the recycling opportunities it brings.
Pushing for society-wide change towards sustainable and circular futures
With tertiary studies in sociology, statistics and evaluation, and over 10 years’ research experience, Jenni Downes is working hard in leading the UTS’ Institute for Sustainable Futures’ efforts towards improving municipal household waste and recovery outcomes.
Circular business models offer multiple process opportunities for businesses
The principles and thinking behind a circular economy are not new. Academics have spoken about the merits of a circular economy since the 1990s. Companies, big and small, practice its principles and now Australian government bodies are actively exploring policies aligned to a circular economy. So how does a circular economy fit into waste management.