E-waste microfactory opens at UNSW
04 April, 2018UNSW's newly launched microfactory can transform the components from e-waste, such as discarded smartphones and laptops, into valuable materials for re-use.
Call to reduce plastic pollution in our waterways
23 March, 2018The Boomerang Alliance is calling on the government to address plastic pollution as a matter of priority, in accordance with our international obligations.
Novel recycling options identified for waste vinyl
12 March, 2018 | Supplied by: Vinyl Council AustraliaA project led by the Vinyl Council of Australia has identified several novel recycling applications for the 1.2 million m2 of PVC advertising banners sent to landfill each year.
Get ready for Global Recycling Day on 18 March
09 March, 2018The first ever Global Recycling Day, to be held on 18 March, is intended to unite people across the world, highlighting the need to conserve the Earth's primary resources.
Turning waste bread into beer
09 March, 2018 | Supplied by: Edge Environment Pty LtdEdge Environment is celebrating its 10th anniversary by teaming up with 4 Pines Brewing Company to brew a very special birthday beer — made with bread as a key ingredient.
Solar-powered 3D printers trialled in Solomon Islands
08 March, 2018 | Supplied by: Deakin UniversityDeakin University and Plan International Australia have successfully trialled technology capable of 3D printing plumbing and sanitation supplies using discarded plastics.
New life for old contact lenses
01 March, 2018 | Supplied by: TerraCycleIcon Eyewear is diverting contact lenses from landfill on behalf of the Sydney community, as part of a national recycling program operated by TerraCycle and Bausch + Lomb.
BeanAir wireless sensor network for in-tunnel air quality monitoring
01 March, 2018 | Supplied by: Bestech Australia Pty LtdBestech Australia introduces the wireless sensor network from BeanAir, suitable for monitoring emissions and air quality in tunnels.
5 ways recycling e-waste can benefit your business
27 February, 2018 by Warren Overton, CEO, Australia and New Zealand Recycling Platform | Supplied by: TechCollectWhile throwing old cables and computers out with your general office waste may seem easy, the better business decision is to responsibly recycle your old or unused electronics.
Long-term solutions required to solve recycling crisis, says VWMA
23 February, 2018 | Supplied by: Victorian Waste Management AssociationLong-term solutions are needed to manage Victoria's growing growing waste and commingled recycling streams.
Brisbane-based makerspace gives e-waste a second life
22 February, 2018 by Lauren DavisSocial enterprise, makerspace and e-waste recycling centre Substation33 improves the mental health and wellbeing of its participants while also enabling them to give back to the environment.
Improved sorting system for recycling facilities
15 February, 2018 | Supplied by: NORD Drivesystems (Aust) Pty LtdContainer Deposit Systems Australia (CDSA) recently approached SAGE Automation with an unusual automation challenge.
Now you can own a piece of TerraCycle
07 February, 2018 | Supplied by: TerraCycleAll categories of investor now have the opportunity to invest in TerraCycle's US operating company.
Get smart and reduce waste
07 February, 2018 | Supplied by: Telford Smith Engineering Pty LtdFollowing success overseas, smart waste compacting bins and balers that communicate are now saving Australian businesses time, space and money.
Cleanaway waste management fleet arrives on the Central Coast
02 February, 2018 | Supplied by: CleanawayA fleet of 72 waste and recycling collection trucks from Cleanaway has rolled into the Central Coast Council as part of a contract to deliver essential waste management collection services to the area.
