Sustainability
APCO receive Federal Government backing for new sustainable plastic packaging projects
Two new Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) projects have been funded and given the green light by the Australian Federal Government under their Product Stewardship Investment Fund.
Ecoloop: Australia’s first circular ACP solution
The construction industry contributes to almost all types of pollution and is responsible for over 30% of the extraction of natural resources, as well as 25% of solid waste generated in the world. With more emphasis being placed on sustainability and the circular economy, especially in construction, Fairview is taking a proactive approach to enhance […]
GECA licensee Regupol champions the use of recycled materials
GECA is proud to be a Supporting Partner of the premier business event for the waste, recycling and resource recovery sector, Australasian Waste and Recycling Expo (AWRE).
AWRE have committed to cutting the rubbish by recycling takeaway cups and lids with RecycleMe™
In April 2018 the Australian Government announced the Towards 2025 agenda, legislating all single-use packaging needs to be reusable, recyclable or compostable. Globally governments are moving at various speeds, however there is consistent and growing pressure from community and consumer groups to reduce the impact of packaging products ending up as litter or landfill.
Celebrating 10 years of AWRE
This year AWRE is celebrating its 10th anniversary and we would like to share with you some of the exhibitors that have been on the journey with us to find solutions to build a more stable, sustainable and profitable economy.
Compost producers, are you selling compost to Vegetable Growers?
The horticultural market for compost is huge. In Australia, there are 10,000 fruit and vegetable farms on approximately 400,000ha. At least 120,000ha are used to grow annual crops such as vegetables.
The Department of Planning, Industry and Environment
The Department of Planning, Industry and Environment brings together specialists in urban and regional planning, natural resources, industry, environment, Aboriginal and social housing and regional NSW.
AWRE and ICC Sydney team up to deliver excellence in sustainable events
With the help of ICC Sydney, AWRE and Diversified Communications Australia are now leading the way in sustainable event management.