Waste management for business

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Setting up effective waste management practices can be beneficial for your business.

Understanding how your business manages waste and finding ways to reduce it can lead to:

  • cost savings
  • increased social impact
  • boosted staff engagement.

It also helps reduce your business' ecological footprint, conserves resources and  ensures your business is up-to-date with the latest regulations.

First steps: waste audit

Conducting a comprehensive waste audit is a crucial first step in the journey towards effective waste management.

This process helps businesses establish a baseline, identify areas for improvement, and formulate tailored action plans to optimise waste management practices.

Visit the Australian Government's website for a step-by-step guide on conducting a waste audit for your business.

Waste reduction and recycling resources for business

Sustainability Victoria

Sustainability Victoria offers guidance on waste reduction and recycling tailored for businesses, providing essential resources to help enterprises minimise environmental impact, conserve resources, and support the economy through material recovery.

Visit Sustainability Victoria's website for resources on:

 

Business Recycling

Business Recycling, established by Planet Ark, serves as a comprehensive recycling directory and education hub, offering users local contacts for commercial recycling operators.