Plastics “recycling” plan will increase plastic pollution
“It’s extremely disappointing to see the government and several large companies choosing to throw money at an experimental, risky and carbon-intensive technology that will only increase plastic, climate and chemical pollution, rather than reduce it” says Sue Coutts of the Zero Waste Network. Technology company Licella, along… More >
Support our zero waste future! Make a submission on the Auckland waste minimisation plan.
Auckland Council is accepting submissions on the draft Waste Management & Minimisation Plan (WMMP) from 28 February-28 March. This is a great opportunity to support & reinforce the Council’s plan to go zero waste by 2040. This is a great opportunity to build support in… More >
Auckland Council Waste Plan a winner
“The Draft Waste Management and Minimisation plan released by Auckland Council yesterday is a winning strategy for sending less stuff to landfill, reducing emissions and building community resilience,” said Sue Coutts of the Zero Waste Network Aotearoa. “Waste, non-recyclable packaging, plastic pollution and litter consistently… More >
Zero Waste Network supports Waipa Council incinerator decision
“The Zero Waste Network strongly supports the decision of both the Waipā District Council and Waikato Regional Council asking the Minister to call in the resource consent application to build a waste incinerator in Te Awamutu. This incinerator would be a major contributor to climate change… More >
Community anger over rubbish incinerator ramps up call for moratorium
The Zero Waste Network is ramping up calls for the next government to institute an immediate moratorium on incineration of mixed solid waste following a packed out community meeting in Te Awamutu where an incinerator is being proposed. “There is a proposal in Te Awamutu… More >
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