Noosa Council has partnered with a new web app, to make it easier for residents to recycle and reduce waste.
Locals can type what items they’d like to recycle or no longer need, to find a list of options to recycle or donate for repair and reuse, via the Noosa Sorting Guide.
Council linked with Recycle Mate, an initiative of the Australian Recycling Industry, in an Australian-first project to create the custom web-based program.
Waste education and sustainability officer Emma Menzies said it would make recycling easier.
“The tailor-made program will empower residents with essential tools and information to navigate local recycling and recovery opportunities,” she said.
“This innovative alliance supports council’s commitment to fostering sustainable waste management practices and leading the charge towards a circular economy, and 80 per cent diversion of waste from landfill.
“What we’re most excited about is the Recycling Chatbot, which provides real-time assistance in English or any other languages.
“Residents can ask questions, or inquire about the importance of specific recycling practices, to up-skill their knowledge.”
The program also features an interactive map with places to recycle, repair, donate and safely dispose of items within the Noosa Shire.
Council waste coordinator Mark Borgert praised the initiative.
“Recycling right, donating or repairing reusable items, and safely disposing of dangerous goods, are small things we can all do every day in support of our shared goal of reducing the amount of waste we condemn to landfill,” he said.
The free Recycle Mate app can also be downloaded for accurate recycling advice across every area across Australia, including the Sunshine Coast Council region.
The app automatically adjusts to local recycling systems, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
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