Organics

New NSW policies are being introduced to keep organic waste out of landfill are coming to NSW.

Schools will be part of this community action to value organics resources. 

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Food waste avoidance

Let's keep edible food out of the garbage bin! Have a look inside your bin, nearly 10% could be discarded edible food - so what can we do about it?

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Composting and worm farming

Setting up composting or worm farming systems at school provides practical learning opportunities for students, reduces your waste to landfill and makes quality fertiliser for your school gardens.

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Large volumes on-site processing

Can technology help address organic waste challenges? Some schools are giving it a try, but there are cost, energy and space limitations. Make sure you get your sorting systems sorted first.

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FOGO at schools

Can your Waste Service Provider support Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) collections?

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Case studies

Find out how schools across NSW are taking action to value their organics resources.

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Planning for change

Plan first! Audit your waste, engage your school community, set up collection processes and infrastructure, communicate, education and celebrate.