Chooseday 12th November - Choose to Recycle for National Recycling Week ♻️

Good Morning,

It’s National Recycling Week, and there's no better time to start recycling better, managing our waste more effectively, and making choices that help our planet breathe a little easier! 🌿

Why Choose to Recycle?

In Australia, every year, millions of tons of waste end up in landfills, much of it unnecessarily.

🗑️Australia generated 75.8 million tonnes of solid waste in 2018-19, with 27% sent to landfill for disposal (ABS, 2024). 

What's more... The National Waste Report 2020 shows that 40% of all waste is sent straight to landfills. 

Recycling is one of the simplest yet most impactful ways we can reduce this number and prevent valuable resources from going to waste. Plus, by recycling properly, we conserve energy, protect wildlife, and reduce pollution in our communities. 🌞🌊

Tips to Become a Recycling Pro!

1. Rinse & Clean: Before recycling containers, give them a quick rinse! Food residue can actually contaminate recycling, making it harder to process. 🍲

2. Separate Correctly: Make sure you're putting recyclables in the right bin. Not sure what’s recyclable? Check with your local council or Planet Ark’s helpful recycling guides! 🚮

3. Avoid Wishcycling: Tossing items in the recycling bin hoping they’ll be recycled often causes more harm than good. When in doubt, leave it out! ❌

Support Planet Ark today!

Supporting Planet Ark 🌱

If you're looking to go even further, consider supporting Planet Ark on GoodCompany. Established in 1992, Planet Ark is an Australian not-for-profit organisation with a vision of a world where people thrive in balance with nature.

For decades, Planet Ark has been dedicated to making recycling more accessible, advocating for sustainable practices, and educating communities across Australia.

Your support could help fund educational resources, programs, and initiatives to make recycling easier and more effective for all. 🌎💚

Let’s Make an Impact Together!

So, let’s commit to better recycling habits this National Recycling Week! And remember, when we choose to recycle, we’re choosing a healthier, cleaner world for everyone.

Together, we can reduce waste, protect our environment, and inspire others to do the same. 🌍♻️

Stay green,

- the GoodCompany team.

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