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Jeff Angel published We can’t let big beverage contaminate Victoria’s container deposit scheme in Latest 2020-12-02 13:34:00 +1100
We can’t let big beverage contaminate Victoria’s container deposit scheme
As the last mainland state in Australia to introduce a container deposit scheme (CDS), Victoria has an opportunity to make a real difference. The state’s future CDS could be the most efficient, effective and ethical in the country — but only if it is designed right.
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Jeff Angel published Getting it right on container refunds in Tasmania in Latest 2020-10-06 12:24:02 +1100
Getting it right on container refunds in Tasmania
Already operating in most states, Tasmania is planning to implement a Container Refund Scheme (CRS) - so it can choose the best type of CRS. We've learnt some lessons from the recent schemes in Queensland and New South Wales, particularly for the needs of urban and regional areas, refund point convenience, cost and charities.
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Getting it right on container refunds
Already operating in most states, Victoria is the last to take a Container Refund Scheme (CRS) on board, but that puts it in the position of being able to choose the best type of CRS. We've learnt some lessons from the recent schemes in Queensland and New South Wales, particularly for the needs of urban and regional areas, refund point convenience, cost and charities.
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Jeff Angel published Stronger Single-use Packaging Rules in Meeting of Environment Ministers (MEM) 2019 Blog 2019-10-28 18:51:06 +1100
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Jeff Angel published Phasing-Out Single use Plastics is the Next Step in Reducing Plastic Pollution in Meeting of Environment Ministers (MEM) 2019 Blog 2019-10-28 18:45:31 +1100
Phasing-Out Single use Plastics is the Next Step in Reducing Plastic Pollution
A Boomerang Alliance Backgrounder.
Most countries, including Australia, have recognised the threats posed by marine plastic litter. Estimates show that at current rates of littering there will be more plastic than fish in the ocean by 2050 (by weight).[1] In Australia, the CSIRO calculate that ‘two thirds of the marine debris found along our coastline is plastic, most from local sources.’[2]
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Jeff Angel published How to make Australia a Recycling Nation in Meeting of Environment Ministers (MEM) 2019 Blog 2019-10-28 18:32:20 +1100
How to make Australia a Recycling Nation
A Boomerang Alliance Backgrounder.
We produce too much waste and do too little recycling in Australia. A National Recycling Industry Development Program would reduce waste and litter; boost the economy and create jobs across the nation.
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Jeff Angel published Cash For Containers currently being debated in NSW Parliament House! in Latest 2016-10-19 13:24:08 +1100
Cash For Containers being debated in NSW Parliament
Today the NSW Container Deposit Legislation is being debated in the Parliament upper house – the final stage before it becomes law. In his speech, NSW Environment Minister Mark Speakman proudly announced the government is on track to deliver a ‘cost-effective, best practice container deposit scheme' in accordance with Premier Baird’s promise - but it’s not.
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Jeff Angel published An end to green donations would rubbish Australia in Latest 2015-08-31 14:07:58 +1000
An end to green donations would rubbish Australia. Stand up with us!
Are you aware that the Australian House of Representatives Standing Committee is currently holding an inquiry into the Register of Environmental Organisations and will hold a public hearing in Sydney later in the year? The inquiry will determine whether organisations will be able to continue to receive tax-deductible donations to advocate for the protection of nature.
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Jeff Angel
Executive Director at Total Environment Centre
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