Projects

by Elsie Nielsen — last modified 2008-11-20 22:38

An overview of some of the projects NevRwaste is currently working on.

Working with transfer stations to ensure they adhere to best practice guidelines.
Working to establish data collection systems in transfer stations.
Transfer station staff professional development program.
Coordination of risk assessments for closed landfill sites and preparation of plans for priority landfill sites.
Promotion of a regional Detox your home facility.
Investigating organic waste production and possible organic waste recycling systems for the region.

Recycling bin contamination project.
Project aimed at keeping rubbish out of the recycling bin.
Organic waste behaviour change trial.
Development of a Regional Organics Strategy.
Waste Wise leadership program in initial stages of development
Coordination of a large scale plastic bag reduction program in the Alpine Resorts.

Assisting in the development and delivery of the Schools Environmental Education Directory (SEED North East).
Providing ongoing assistance to schools, businesses and events to help them to become Resource Smart.
Working with large regional venues to look at public place recycling options.
Working with teachers to integrate environmental education into school curriculums.
Supporting the CFA to introduce recycling infrastructure and litter programs at emergency staging areas.

The 'Don't be a Tosser' program in 2008.
Working with Councils to improve litter enforcement in the region.
Providing the support for the state-wide 'Don't Waste the Murray' campaign and the Murray litter taskforce.

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