Construction and Demolition Waste in the Shire of Ashburton area
Waste from the construction and demolition industry represents over one third of all waste going to landfill. Over 75% of this is clean, excavated material, such as concrete, bricks and timber which can often be recycled (Sustainability Victoria).
Many transfer station/waste management centres take Construction and Demolition waste such as bricks, scrap metal and concrete. Find out if there is drop off location near you collecting construction and demolition waste.
The links below will provide you with assistance to help you minimise your construction and demolition waste as well as the cost of sending it to landfill.
Housing Industry Association GreenSmart
Information about practical, affordable environmental measures in relation to constructing, owning and running a home.
On Site website
This site is dedicated to construction and demolition waste minimisation. It contains case studies, online forums, web links and information resources about waste avoidance and resource recovery for this industry. Developed and maintained by RMIT.
Clean Site
KABV has introduced the Clean Site education program, which looks to prevent pollution from building and construction sites entering our waters and polluting our environment.
Sustainability Victoria
Waste Wise Construction and Demolition Kit
EPA NSW
List of Licensed facilities and what they accept
You can also search Yellow™ for second hand building materials.
