Episode Five
For Government Agencies
How compost can help government agencies meet recycled content targets
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With the NSW Government’s target for all households to have kerb side food and garden organics waste collections by 2030, the commercial compost industry is set to grow, creating plentiful supplies for state government agencies looking to boost their use of recycled content.
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About This Episode
How compost made from kerbside organics is a versatile recycled product that can be used in a variety of projects. (02:24)
How the Organics Market Development grants program showcased the benefits of compost across a range of markets (03:42)
How the compost blanket project demonstrated how roadside sites can be stabilised and rehabilitated using compost. (05:06)
The importance of sourcing site specific compost. (10:00)
Product reliability and quality standards. (12:32)
How government agencies can lead the way and make the most of quality recycled compost as we move towards a circular economy. (15:00)
About the Guests
Amanda Kane, Organics Manager, NSW EPA
Penelope Smith, horticultural soil scientist
Charlie Emery, Charlie Emery, Director (NSW Chair), Australian Organics Recycling Association
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