Tag: recycling
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New Zealand Funds Major Concrete Waste Diversion Project
Envirocon receives nearly $700,000 from the Waste Minimisation Fund to divert 38,000 tonnes of concrete waste annually in Bay of Plenty and Canterbury, reducing landfill volumes and boosting recycling efforts across New Zealand.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEnvironmentGeneral PoliticsLegalEconomy Concrete WasteWaste Minimisation FundEnviroconRecyclingBay of PlentyCanterburyNew Zealand Government
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Porirua Opens New Facility to Boost Recycling and Cut Construction Waste
A new $5.3 million construction and demolition waste processing facility has opened in Porirua, supported by government funding. It aims to boost recycling and reduce landfill waste across the Wellington region, fostering a more sustainable construction sector.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEnvironmentEconomySocial Issues PoriruaConstruction and Demolition WasteWaste Minimisation FundNicola GriggWellington RegionRecyclingNew Zealand Government
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New Zealand First Proposes Nationwide Container Return Scheme to Tackle Litter and Boost Recycling
New Zealand First introduces a Member's Bill for a nationwide Container Return Scheme. The initiative aims to reduce litter, improve recycling, and shift waste costs from ratepayers to beverage producers, a practical solution proven effective overseas.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentGeneral PoliticsLegalAustralasiaEurope New Zealand FirstContainer Return SchemeRecyclingLitter ReductionWaste ManagementJamie ArbuckleNZ FirstElection
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Report: Reducing Mineral Demand Key for Green Energy Transition
New report suggests prioritizing energy efficiency, shared mobility, and recycling can significantly reduce the demand for minerals needed for a just green energy transition.
Science & TechnologyBusinessEnvironmentPolitics and Government Green Energy TransitionMineral DemandEnergy EfficiencyShared MobilityRecyclingGreenpeace InternationalInstitute for Sustainable FuturesGreenpeace