Forbes Shire Council is encouraging business owners to register for a free Bin Trim Waste Assessment to help take the hassle out of their waste management.
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"Commercial waste is such a burden on businesses," says Forbes Shire Mayor Phyllis Miller OAM.
"It's expensive, takes up valuable space in your premises and it's not very good for our environment," Cr Miller said.
The Bin Trim project is a NSW Government initiative.
The project, Cr Miller said: "Is a great initiative that helps businesses reduce waste sent to landfill and maximises recycling through waste assessments and rebates".
"This scheme can arm businesses with essential recycling equipment to make their jobs easier and save the planet.
"Around 70 per cent of the materials in a business's general waste can be recycled or reused. This includes cardboard, paper, plastic and even food waste," Cr Miller said.
"A lot of this just ends up in landfill, which isn't ideal.
"Minimising the amount of waste you send to landfill is not just good for the planet; it is good for your business too. It will help you to:
- attract more customers by showing your environmental awareness
- increase staff morale
- gain recognition in the community for your actions taken
- reduce impact on the environment
"Your business may also be eligible for a rebate of $1000 - $50,000 to help with the purchase of recycling equipment," continues Mayor Miller. "This not only saves time and money, you are caring for the environment as well."
On completion of the assessment by Bin Trim each business will receive a custom-made action plan.
