ZERO WASTE SERVICES
Waste doesn’t need to be a problem. We help you understand your waste, clean it up, and reduce it. All while creating jobs for young people and refugees who face barriers to employment. We’ve been doing this for over 10 years, guiding some of Australia’s biggest companies, events, and councils towards their Zero Waste future.
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WHAT WE DO
Waste is a multi-faceted problem, and so are our solutions.
We provide a range of services targeting all stages of the waste lifecycle and tailor them to meet your specific needs.
WASTE AUDITS
LITTER
PICKING
WASTE
CONSULTING
ZERO WASTE
EVENTS
WASTE AUDITS
Identify opportunities to reduce your waste, increase recycling, and improve overall operational efficiency.
We conduct a comprehensive assessment of your waste and identify areas for improvement to reduce costs and increase recycling rates. Our team has the capacity to support waste audit projects of almost any size.
We can help you:
- Assess and understand waste pathways
- Conduct annual audits to maintain and promote positive outcomes
- Provide staff for sorting waste for large-scale waste audit projects, supporting your own accredited assessor
- Optimise waste management strategies with detailed reports and recommendations
- Identify source reduction and waste diversion opportunities
“I am extremely grateful for Green Connect’s exceptional support throughout the waste audit process. Their outstanding communication and planning, coupled with their professional and engaged auditing team, resulted in valuable opportunity mapping to reduce waste generation and increase recycling rates for a number of our clients.”
MIKE TWEMLOW
Edge Impact
ZERO WASTE EVENTS
Minimise waste generation and promote sustainable practices at your next event with our Zero Waste event management. From small conferences to large-scale festivals, we collaborate with event organisers to plan and execute environmentally responsible events.
Our services are available separately or as a package to meet your needs. We can:
- Develop a waste management plan
- Provide front and back of house recycling systems
- Co-ordinate and monitor bins, skips and waste disposal
- Manage waste-wise signage and other communications
- Train and co-ordinate volunteers
- Engage with and educate event goers
- Sort waste into streams and audit
- Pack down systems
- Provide litter-picking and cleaning services
- Report on waste outcomes
Sustainability & Waste Consulting
Our expert consultants work closely with your team to develop and implement sustainable waste management plans. We offer strategic guidance, training programs, and ongoing support to embed sustainable practices within your organisation through waste reduction, recycling initiatives, employee engagement, and impact reporting.
We can:
- Assess existing waste management systems and plans
- Establish baseline data and measure performance over time
- Develop and implement waste management plans
- Provide meaningful reports and presentations for stakeholders
- Educate staff and users about new waste systems, and avoiding, reusing, reducing and recycling waste
“Green Connect provided exceptional waste auditing services at our event.
The staff’s level of engagement and education with the community was invaluable and was a great asset on the day”
LUSIANA VULATHA
Shellharbour City Council
Litter Picking Services
Keep your premises or event clean, attractive, and free from litter with our professional and reliable litter picking services. Our dedicated team will patrol and clean designated areas, including parking lots, sidewalks, gardens, and public spaces.
With our efficient litter picking services, we:
- Keep your space clean and pristine
- Ensure you leave a positive impression on your visitors
- Prevent waste from entering waterways and contribute to a cleaner environment
“Mirvac has engaged Green Connect since 2018 to conduct over 25 waste audits across our NSW office and retail portfolio. The Green Connect team has provided amazing insights into our waste materials to help Mirvac continue to embed strategies so we can achieve our target of sending zero waste to landfill by 2030.
The relationship Mirvac has developed with Green Connect is based on trust, consistency and excellent service delivery“
KIM HOST
Resource Recovery Manager – Mirvac
WHY GREEN CONNECT?
EXPERTISE AND EXPERIENCE
Our team has years of experience in the waste management industry. We have the expertise to develop and implement effective solutions tailored to your organisation’s unique requirements.
Sustainable Approach
Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Our solutions minimise waste, maximise recycling, and reduce environmental impact, helping you meet sustainability targets.
Customised Solutions
We understand that every organisation is different. Our team will work closely with you to develop customised waste management strategies that align with your goals, culture, and budget.
RELIABILITY AND EFFICIENCY
For over 10 years, we’ve delivered reliable, prompt, and efficient services. We pride ourselves on delivering outstanding customer satisfaction through professional execution and attention to detail.
Long-Term Partnerships
We build long-term partnerships with our clients. As your trusted sustainability advisor, we support you throughout your sustainability journey, adapting to your evolving needs.
Social Enterprise
We employ people who face barriers to employment. You receive a first-rate service, plus you’re helping to make a first-rate impact in your community by supporting young people and refugees.
CASE STUDIES
Since 2012, we’ve provided our Zero Waste services to over 100 clients. Ranging from large-scale events and clients like Mirvac and the Social Enterprise World Forum to local events by Wollondilly Shire Council and everything in between. Regardless of the size, our passionate team delivers exceptional results
Mirvac National Recycling Week
SYDNEY – NOVEMBER 2022
Mirvac engaged Green Connect during the 2022 National Recycling Week to educate tenants and patrons about waste reduction strategies.
- Across 5 locations over the course of a week, our waste educators provided live waste education to tenants and patrons; we found opportunities for improvement in both waste disposal and management
- Our on-site presence, expertise, and detailed educational material allowed us to deliver instant feedback, guidance, and support
This created an immediate and lasting impact on tenants and patrons in terms of how they engage with waste, helping Mirvac step closer to its goal of sending zero waste to landfill by 2030.
Social Enterprise World Forum
BRISBANE – OCTOBER 2022
The Social Enterprise World Forum, a global event held for the first time in Brisbane, engaged Green Connect to consult on its waste management plans.
- We consulted on and ran waste processes both before and during the event, sorted and reported on waste and provided a 360-degree view of plans and outcomes
- We engaged extensively with the host, building management, waste contractors, and stall holders to educate, advise, problem solve and support to ensure smooth operations and limit waste-to-landfill.
- Our final report included participation and awareness of stallholders on key educational outcomes, feedback from attendees, and recommendations to improve future events.
With our consultation and support, the event diverted 78% of its waste from landfill, while limiting waste-management costs and educating stakeholders.
UCI Road World Championships
WOLLONGONG – SEPTEMBER 2022
The 2022 UCI (Union Cycliste Internationale) Road Championships engaged Green Connect to implement sustainable waste management strategies for the two-and-a-half-week event.
- We defined and implemented effective waste management strategies to reduce the waste from over 100,000 attendees, stallholders, contractors, and other event goers
- We connected with the various waste management contractors, stallholders and organisers to limit waste at the source, educate on alternatives and disposal, and reduce waste
Working collaboratively, Green Connect diverted 4.8 tonnes of waste from landfill. Plus, we donated over 20,000 ‘return and earn’ containers to Vinnies to increase funding for their mission.
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GET IN CONTACT
Ready to find out how your business or event can become more sustainable?
Send us an enquiry or call (02) 4243 1537