Future-focussed solutions to
Tasmania’s waste challenges
Southern Waste Solutions is committed to innovation and resource recovery as Tasmania’s largest integrated waste management organisation.
We operate an extensive network of waste management facilities, in southern Tasmania, such as the Copping Waste Precinct, which includes the Copping regulated waste disposal cell (C Cell), and the Lutana Resource Recovery Centre.
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Lutana Resource Recovery Centre
Copping landfill
About us
Southern Waste Solutions
Southern Waste Solutions (SWS) is an established leader in Tasmania’s waste sector, jointly owned by Clarence City, Sorell, Kingborough and Tasman Councils.
The Copping Waste Precinct is the state’s largest integrated waste management facility, which manages municipal waste from 50 per cent of Tasmania’s population, including the Greater Hobart region and the East Coast.
SWS receives commercial waste from across Tasmania, along with contaminated waste for safe management and storage in the Copping C Cell – the state’s only regulated waste facility. SWS offers integrated waste transport services across Southern Tasmania and the East Coast. SWS is taking a leading role in the important and necessary transition to a future where waste is reduced and diverted away from landfill and into innovative, value-added products. SWS has completed a major transformation of its Lutana site into a cutting-edge resource recovery hub to recover previously untapped value from Southern Tasmania’s waste stream.
Services
SWS accepts and manages waste from local government and commercial customers at both the Lutana Resource Recovery Centre and Copping Waste Precinct.
Please note, our facilities are open to SWS account holders, with limited facilities available to the public at the Lutana Resource Recovery Centre. Please contact our office if you would like to open an account.
Waste Classification
To ensure waste is classified, handled, and disposed of appropriately, Southern Waste Solutions operates in accordance with the Environment Protection Authority Tasmania (EPA) regulations for the classification and disposal of regulated waste.
Projects and Innovations
Stay informed with our latest official media releases and updates
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SWS Chair Recognised for Transformational Leadership in Tasmania’s Waste Sector
Learn More: SWS Chair Recognised for Transformational Leadership in Tasmania’s Waste SectorThe outgoing Chair of Southern Waste Solutions (SWS), Dr Christine Mucha, has been recognised for her transformational leadership to Tasmania’s waste management sector. Dr Mucha will complete her role as Chair in June after four and half years overseeing the transformational growth of Tasmania’s largest waste management authority. Chair of the Copping Refuse Disposal Site…
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Chief Operating Officer
Learn More: Chief Operating OfficerSouthern Waste Solutions is hiring a new Chief Operating Officer to play a key role in our efforts to lead innovation in resource recovery and the circular economy. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Tasmania’s largest integrated waste management authority. To find out more and apply click on the link: Chief Operating…
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Southern Waste Solutions’ new CEO Nick Gifford
Learn More: Southern Waste Solutions’ new CEO Nick GiffordSWS is excited to announce the appointment of Nick Gifford as our new Chief Executive Officer. Under Nick’s leadership, SWS will advance its commitment to resource recovery and integrated waste management. Nick possesses a wealth of experience in the waste management sector and a deep understanding of SWS and its ambition, having served as manager…
