The NSW EPA reported that around 75% of construction and demolition waste goes to local landfills. This waste consists of timber, concrete, bricks, waste asphalt, rocks, and soil from razed structures and construction and renovation jobs across the region. Of all these materials, timber is recyclable and may be repurposed in many ways. Untreated timber […]
What Happens to Your Office Waste After It’s Collected?
Unless you’re working asynchronously, most Aussies spend their time in offices. This means you have a hand in the country’s 32.8 million tonnes of commercial waste. That’s a huge chunk of Australia’s 75.6 million tonnes of collected waste in 2020-21. Once thrown in the curbside bins, you might think less about the heaps of paper […]
Green Office Certifications: Waste Management Practices
Green office certifications promote workplace sustainability and help organisations deplete their environmental impact, improve employees’ overall well-being, and optimise operational efficiency. These green certifications endorse an office’s endeavours to accomplish sustainable practices. It evaluates energy and environmental design efficiency, indoor air quality, resource use, and sustainable waste management. Common accreditation programs include Green Business Benchmark®, […]
Creating a Zero-Waste Office: Is It Possible?
An office has a lot of clutter, and shifting into a zero-waste office isn’t only for sustainability. It also enables the company to save money on operational waste and recycling management. Method Recycling notes that, based on recent studies, an average office worker produces 2 kg of waste daily. Paper-based products constitute 0.9 kg, and […]
Sustainable Office Cleanouts: Everything You Need To Know
Before the widespread adoption of sustainable office practices in NSW, the Department of Environment, Climate Change, and Water conducted a 2007 survey that revealed a shocking reality about commercial and industrial waste. Millions of tonnes of C and I waste were disposed of in Sydney landfills—the amount could fill more than 7,000 Olympic-sized swimming pools! […]
Building & Demolition Waste Removal
Demolition waste comes from building and demolition activities, including plasterboard, bricks, contaminated soil, concrete, and rocks. No wonder the building industry is a major contributor to Australia’s landfills. The country’s construction and demolition industry produces over 27 million tonnes of waste each year and is the leading source of managed waste in Australia. The volume of rubbish they can […]
Tile Waste Removal Sydney
Wherever you go, you will see tiles everywhere used as floors or walls in buildings, houses, and outdoor areas. At the same time, they are one of the most common wastes from construction and demolition. If you need to dispose of your tiles, hire a residential rubbish removal service. Contact All Gone Rubbish Removals to […]
How To Properly Dispose of Asbestos
People have used asbestos for over 4,500 years because of its adaptability, durability, and insulation properties. Moreover, asbestos is corrosion, electricity, and heat-resistant, making it ideal for building materials. Australia has become the highest per-capita asbestos users for several decades, specifically from the 1940s to the 1980s. Not many are aware that asbestos fibres are […]
Gym Equipment & Exercise Machine Disposal
After the COVID lockdowns, many people built home gyms to stay fit inside. When lockdowns were lifted, you might find that you no longer need or want the gym equipment. It can be hard to eliminate unwanted exercise equipment due to its size and weight. Luckily, there are several safe and responsible ways for gym […]
How To Properly Dispose LPG Gas Bottles
One can always use an LPG bottle, whether cooking, lighting, or heating. After all, it's been Australia’s source of clean, efficient, and cost-effective energy for decades. But have you ever wondered what happens to the gas bottles once you've run out of LPG? LPG Use in Australia LPG stands for Liquefied Petroleum Gas. Although it […]
How to Dispose of Concrete and Rubble
With all the new interior designs, furniture, and rooms, home and office renovations often remind us of new beginnings. But behind all the flashy changes is the sad reality of overflowing construction waste, especially concrete and rubble. Did you know that 75% of Construction and Demolition (C&D) waste is concrete? Unfortunately, most of this waste […]
How To Dispose of Blinds in Australia
Redecorating our homes to match our changing tastes and preferences is always thrilling. It can be by picking new furniture, stripping the kitchen or bathroom, and letting go of some old stuff, like your dusty blinds, to make space for better ones. We all use blinds to manage light and add privacy at home, just […]
How to Dispose of Glass
Take a look around. You’re probably surrounded by glass, from the mirrors and windows in your living room to the solar panels powering your home. This shows how glass has become a staple material in various aspects of our lives. But what happens to glass when it breaks and turns into seemingly unusable pieces? Most […]
How To Dispose of Steel & Scrap Metal
Scrap metal, whether from old cast iron pans, steel bicycles, fences, or excess rebars, is highly valuable and recyclable. Once retrieved from scrap and rubbish, it can be sorted, sheared, and smelted to become useful raw material. It would be best to recycle steel and scrap metal whenever possible. Not only is it very difficult […]
How to Dispose of Tiles
You recently completed renovating your bathroom or home when you find broken tiles and other construction debris. While it’s very typical to have fragments of old tiles lying around after demolition, tile disposal is challenging and may require more attention than you think. Unlike garden waste, you cannot just set and forget old tiles. Throwing […]