Projects and Innovations
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Lutana Resource Recovery Centre
Learn More: Lutana Resource Recovery CentreSWS 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. The $9 million Lutana Resource Recovery Centre is a significant move away from traditional landfill-centric approaches towards innovative resource recovery strategies. Lutana receives 60,000 tonnes of waste every year,…
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Copping insourcing
Learn More: Copping insourcingSouthern Waste Solutions (SWS) has achieved a significant milestone in our progress towards transforming Copping from a traditional landfill into the largest precinct for waste and resource recovery in Tasmania. Having been contractor managed since its establishment 20 years ago, progressing to in-sourcing operations at Copping was the logical next step in our journey. The…
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Leachate Management Trial
Learn More: Leachate Management TrialSWS has been undertaking a 18-month trial of a new leachate evaporation system at our Copping Waste Precinct. When it rains on landfill sites, water naturally filters though waste and accumulates contaminants, turning into a liquid called leachate. In addition, the decomposition of organic waste material within the landfill releases additional liquid that is stored…
News
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Free Kinetic Sand Disposal
Learn More: Free Kinetic Sand DisposalSouthern Waste Solutions will waive disposal fees for any kinetic sand products suspected of containing asbestos. Following a nation-wide recall of imported kinetic sand products, SWS CEO, Nick Gifford, said fees would be waived for disposal through the Lutana Resource Recovery Centre. “This incident has caused stress and anxiety in the community and we want…
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Mercury Opinion Editorial – Tasmania’s leaders must realise the full potential of our emerging waste economy
Learn More: Mercury Opinion Editorial – Tasmania’s leaders must realise the full potential of our emerging waste economyTasmania’s economic competitiveness will increasingly depend on industrial waste solutions, writes Nick Gifford Tasmania has long grappled with balancing economic growth and environmental management. Today, modern waste solutions offer a clear path forward, aligning the necessity of industrial efficiency and environmental sustainability with economic opportunity. While the Tasmanian Government has implemented significant reform in recent years critical gaps in waste infrastructure continue to…
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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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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…
