NEW EPISODE | Turning trash into cash for Aussie homes and businesses

This is a sponsored article from SustainabilityTracker.com member Sustainable Transformation Podcast.

Did you know that you could get paid for your trash? You read that right – in some states in Australia you can redeem a cash incentive when you responsibly recycle eligible bottles and containers. 

And, they’ll collect it from your door! 

In this week’s episode, Kiarne Treacy speaks with Narelle Anderson, Founder at Envirobank Recycling, and explores her journey in Australia’s recycling and sustainability sector. Narelle discusses how her Indigenous values profoundly shape her approach to business, emphasising the essential link between profit, sustainability, and cultural stewardship.

‘Profit and sustainability must coexist’, says Narelle as the two explore the role of purposeful businesses for profit.

Envirobank is a pioneer in the circularity space having started out by commercialising the revolutionary “reverse vending technology” which incentivises recycling by financially rewarding consumers, addressing both environmental responsibility and consumer behaviour. 

There are too many instances when good intentions and using the ‘correct bin’ simply aren’t enough and not all recycling is as it seems. That’s why initiatives like Envirobank are so important, because they ensure that eligible containers are recycled over and over, all while putting money back into the hands of Aussie homes and businesses. 

As Kiarne discusses, it’s a no-brainer and it’s been under our nose this whole time! Listen to learn how you can get involved and ensure your eligible recyclables and home and work are REALLY being recycled. 

If you’re interested in practical sustainability solutions, innovative technology applications, and the intersection of business profitability and meaningful environmental impact then listen in.

MENTIONS:

Reverse Vending Technology

Container Deposit Scheme – Planet Ark

HDPE – High Density Polystyrene 

Product Stewardship

ACOR – Australian Council of Recycling

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Produced by the Nova Entertainment Network, Season Three will bring new episodes in the coming weeks, including Officeworks and Polar Enviro! Season Two episodes feature guests from Edge Impact, Who Gives A Crap and plenty more. Don’t forget to check out season one to hear interviews with Coles, Country Road, Energy Locals, Banksia Foundation, Telstra, Bared Footwear plus more. Tune in to the Sustainable Transformation podcast, available now on your favourite podcast platforms!

The header image is sourced from the Envirobank Recycling website.