
A Game Changer for the Circular Economy
Cleanaway Waste Management Limited has just opened a cutting-edge Material Recovery Facility (MRF) in Rooty Hill, Western Sydney, marking a significant leap forward in the region's recycling capabilities. This state-of-the-art facility boasts advanced optical sorting technology, achieving a remarkable 99.5% purity in recovered materials. It aims to enhance the quality and quantity of recyclable resources extracted from commingled recycling efforts across New South Wales (NSW).
Innovative Technology at Work
The new MRF employs a variety of advanced technologies such as ballistic separators, optical sorting based on color and shape, eddy currents, and magnets. Together, these technologies will enable the facility to process an impressive 120,000 tonnes of recyclables each year, encompassing both commercial and residential waste streams. By integrating these innovative technologies, Cleanaway not only maximizes material recovery rates but also raises the bar for environmental controls and fire safety standards, as highlighted by Mark Schubert, the CEO of Cleanaway.
Supporting Local Governments and Community
Cleanaway's partnership with the Blacktown City Council underscores the importance of collaboration between local governments and private enterprises in achieving sustainability goals. The facility's strategic location within Sydney’s growth corridor ensures that it meets the recycling demands of an expanding population while concurrently promoting the development of a circular economy within Australia.
Turning Waste into Valuable Resources
One of the standout features of the facility is its ability to convert plastics into high-quality food-grade resin, which can be reused in the production of new plastic containers and packaging. Through partnerships with Circular Plastics Australia at Altona and Laverton, Cleanaway is leading the way in ensuring that a significant portion of waste does not end up in landfills, thereby reducing the environmental footprint of plastic consumption.
Alignment with the Future
The launch of the Western Sydney MRF aligns seamlessly with Cleanaway’s Blueprint 2030 strategy, which emphasizes the expansion of an integrated network of infrastructure assets. By focusing on innovation in waste management, Cleanaway is not only enhancing its service offerings but also generating substantial value for customers while contributing to the overarching goal of building a sustainable future.
As communities across Australia aim to adopt more sustainable practices, facilities like Cleanaway's new MRF represent a critical step towards achieving a greener future.
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