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Zero Waste

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What does it mean and why is it so important?

The environmental impacts of waste are significant: Greenhouse gas emissions, polluted oceans and waterways, biodiversity destruction, and toxic contaminated soil and groundwater. That is not the future we want for Aotearoa. Auckland Council are working on getting to zero waste by 2040 and we are getting on board with this important goal.

Zero waste is a philosophy and design principle that aims to eliminate waste by rethinking how resources are produced, consumed, and recovered. Rather than following a linear "take–make–dispose" model, zero waste promotes a circular economy approach (just like in nature where nothing is wasted) where materials are reused, repaired, composted, or recycled back into productive use.

Partner with Us on the Journey to Zero Waste

We invite local businesses to partner with us in creating a more sustainable, low-waste future for our community. Whether you're just starting to explore waste reduction or already taking action, we'd love to learn about your business, your goals and the challenges you face.

By completing our short survey, you'll help us better understand how we can support local businesses through practical resources, workshops, networking opportunities and tailored zero waste initiatives. Together, we can reduce waste, use resources more wisely, and create lasting positive change for people and the environment.

Complete the survey HERE and explore how we can work together towards a zero waste future.

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Small Actions You Can Take
  • Recycle right - Put the right items in your recycling bin and keep recyclables clean.
  • Reduce food waste - Compost food scraps at home, use a compost hub, or your food scraps collection.
  • Carry reusables - Bring a reusable cup, drink bottle, lunch box, and shopping bag.
  • Repair before replacing - Fix broken items instead of throwing them away.
  • Buy only what you need - Avoid impulse purchases and excess packaging.
  • Choose second-hand - Buy pre-loved items whenever possible.
  • Borrow, share or swap - Share tools, books, clothes, and equipment with others.
  • Donate unwanted items - Pass on items that are still useful instead of sending them to landfill.
  • Avoid single-use items - Choose reusable alternatives to disposable products.
  • Refill and reuse - Refill containers and choose products designed to be reused.

"What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make", Dr Jane Goodall.

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