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From TRASH to TREASURE.

Authors :
Curtis, Tom
Source :
Australian Geographic; Jan-Mar2010, Issue 97, p112-119, 7p, 14 Color Photographs
Publication Year :
2010

Abstract

The article discusses issues related to recycling in Australia. According to a Hyder Consulting report "Waste and Recycling in Australia," nearly every Australian household recycles 95 per cent. Reverse Garbage saves more than 12,000 cu. m from landfill each year. Reverse garbage industry has a turnover of almost 1 million dollar, which is reinvested into reuse products. The report stressed on the need to improve reuse and recycling rates for concrete, roofing materials and timber.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
08161658
Issue :
97
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Australian Geographic
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
47636411