Waste

The construction industry is a vital part of New Zealand’s economy, but it also brings environmental challenges. Nearly 40% of global CO2 emissions are tied to this sector, so it’s crucial we consider its impact. In New Zealand, construction accounts for roughly 50% of landfill waste, with packaging materials comprising 5% of that total. As […]

Construction and demolition waste accounts for 40 to 50 percent of New Zealand’s total waste going to landfills. Most of this dumping of construction waste is unnecessary. Research shows that at least half of waste could be diverted from landfills if it was sorted. The new Climate Action Campus Ōtautahi has teamed up with local […]

Construction and demolition waste accounts for 40 to 50 percent of New Zealand’s total waste going to landfills. Most of this dumping of construction waste is unnecessary. Research shows that at least half of waste could be diverted from landfills if it was sorted. The new Climate Action Campus Ōtautahi has teamed up with local […]