Zero Waste is about changing the way we manage resources. It means using natural resources in the most effective way, as many times as possible, while minimising impact on the environment.
Zero Waste action helps business:
- Cut costs and improve efficiencies
- Drive change e.g. through supply chains
- Meet customer demand for sustainable products and services
Zero Waste action helps the environment:
- Reducing dependence on landfill
- Cutting CO2 emissions and dependency on oil
- Conserving finite natural resources
Zero Waste actions helps the economy grow:
- Creating new jobs in low carbon businesses
- Developing the resource management sector
- Supporting the development of strong and resilient communities