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Waste Management Institute of New Zealand (WASTEMINZ)
WasteMINZ is a non-profit organisation that was formed in 1989 to promote sustainable waste management practices for the benefit of all New Zealanders. Primary function is to provide a forum for presentation and dissemination of information and to act as a facilitator for the waste management industry in New Zealand.
Plastics New Zealand
Plastics New Zealand is the Trade Association for the Plastics Manufacturing Industry in New Zealand. They represent New Zealand manufacturers, raw material suppliers and recyclers of plastic products.
Ministry for the Environment (MfE)
The Ministry is the Government's principal adviser on environmental sustainability and international matters that affect the environment. The environment supports New Zealand’s economy based on natural resources, the health of our people, and our quality of life. At the same time, the health of the environment is affected by the way every New Zealander behaves.
MfE vision is for a prosperous New Zealand where a healthy environment enhances social and economic well-being. The Ministry is committed to leading environmental sustainability, which supports social and economic well-being.
Reduce Your Rubbish
Sixty-five percent of the average rubbish bag could be recycled or composted. Each month, New Zealanders dispose of enough rubbish to fill a rugby field 30 stories high. This means the portion of this that could be recycled or composted is around 20 stories high - that's a huge waste of space in our landfills and most of that rubbish won't break down for generations. For more information visit this site.