SUSTAINABILITY
Committed to a greener Australia
Sustainability isn't a box we tick — it's the lens through which we design every waste program. We exist to divert waste from landfill, maximise recovery, and help businesses meet their environmental
commitments.
Our Approach
Landfill diversion is at the core of everything we do
Waste Sense was built on a simple premise: the best waste is waste that never reaches landfill. Every program we design prioritises recycling and recovery — not just compliance with minimum requirements.
As an independent broker, we're uniquely positioned to select the most sustainable solution for each waste stream, rather than defaulting to the easiest or most profitable option. That means matching organic waste to composting facilities, diverting plastics to specialist recyclers, and ensuring hazardous streams are treated rather than buried.
We measure our success by recycling rates, not just collection counts — and we share that data with our clients so they can report against their own sustainability targets with confidence.
Our Commitment
Zero Waste to Landfill Target
We aim to divert 100% of eligible waste streams from landfill across our client portfolio.
80% Recycling Rate Achieved
Our current recycling rate across managed streams — and we're working to push it higher every year.
Independent Supplier Selection
No financial incentive to choose a less sustainable option — we select the best available recovery pathway for every stream.
Sustainability Reporting Support
We provide clients with accurate waste data to support ESG, NABERS, and government reporting requirements.
How We Do It
Our sustainability pillars
Three principles guide every waste program we build.
01
Maximise Recovery
We identify every viable recycling and recovery pathway available for your waste streams — organics to composting, e-waste to certified recyclers, metals to smelters — before any stream goes to landfill.
02
Ensure Compliance
Environmental legislation is complex. We ensure every waste stream is handled,
transported, and disposed of in accordance with EPA and state requirements — with full documentation.
03
Measure & Report
We provide clear, accurate data on waste volumes, recycling rates, and landfill diversion — so you can track progress against sustainability targets and report with confidence.
Waste Hierarchy
How we prioritise
waste treatment
The waste hierarchy is the framework that guides every decision we make. We always work from the top down — avoiding landfill until there's genuinely no better option.
Talk to Our Team →
1
Avoid
Reduce the amount of waste generated at source
through process and purchasing changes.
Best
2
Reduce
Minimise the volume of waste that does need to be managed through efficiency improvements.
Preferred
3
Reuse
Find pathways to reuse materials before they
enter the waste stream.
Preferred
4
Recycle
Process materials into new products — our primary focus for most commercial waste streams.
Core Focus
5
Recover Energy
Waste-to-energy conversion where recycling isn't viable — a better outcome than landfill.
Acceptable
6
Dispose
Landfill — the last resort, used only when no better option exists.
Last Resort
Help us help you reach your sustainability goals.
Whether you need to hit an 80% diversion target or report on zero-waste-to-landfill — we'll build the program to get you there.
Send an Enquiry
1300 492 783
Waste Sense
The national waste service broker helping Australian businesses make sense of their waste needs and source solutions of all sizes.
1300 492 783
service@wastesense.com.au
2/16 Northumberland Street, South Melbourne VIC 3205
Solutions
Commercial
Hospitality
Medical / Healthcare
Shopping Centres
Manufacturing
Support
© 2026 Waste Sense Pty Ltd. All rights reserved.
Privacy Policy
Terms of Use
SUSTAINABILITY
Committed to a greener Australia
Sustainability isn't a box we tick — it's the lens through which we
design every waste program. We exist to divert waste from landfill,
maximise recovery, and help businesses meet their environmental
commitments.
Our Approach
Landfill diversion is at the core of everything we do
Waste Sense was built on a simple premise: the best waste is waste that never reaches landfill. Every program we design prioritises recycling and recovery — not just compliance with minimum
requirements.
As an independent broker, we're uniquely positioned to select the most sustainable solution for each waste stream, rather than defaulting to the easiest or most profitable option. That means matching organic waste to composting facilities, diverting plastics to specialist recyclers, and ensuring hazardous streams are treated rather than buried.
We measure our success by recycling rates, not just collection counts — and we share that data with our clients so they can report against their own sustainability targets with confidence.
Our Commitment
Zero Waste to Landfill Target
We aim to divert 100% of eligible waste streams from landfill across
our client portfolio.
80% Recycling Rate Achieved
Our current recycling rate across managed streams — and we're
working to push it higher every year.
Independent Supplier Selection
No financial incentive to choose a less sustainable option — we select
the best available recovery pathway for every stream.
Sustainability Reporting Support
We provide clients with accurate waste data to support ESG, NABERS,
and government reporting requirements.
How We Do It
Our sustainability pillars
Three principles guide every waste program we build.
01
Maximise Recovery
We identify every viable recycling and recovery pathway available for your waste streams — organics to composting, e-waste to certified recyclers, metals to smelters — before any stream goes to landfill.
02
Ensure Compliance
Environmental legislation is complex. We ensure every waste stream is handled,
transported, and disposed of in accordance with EPA and state requirements — with full
documentation.
03
Measure & Report
We provide clear, accurate data on waste volumes, recycling rates, and landfill diversion
— so you can track progress against sustainability targets and report with confidence.
Waste Hierarchy
How we prioritise
waste treatment
The waste hierarchy is the framework that guides every decision we make. We always work from the top down — avoiding landfill until there's genuinely no better option.
Talk to Our Team →
1
Avoid
Reduce the amount of waste generated at source
through process and purchasing changes.
Best
2
Reduce
Minimise the volume of waste that does need to be managed through efficiency improvements.
Preferred
3
Reuse
Find pathways to reuse materials before they
enter the waste stream.
Preferred
4
Recycle
Process materials into new products — our primary focus for most commercial waste streams.
Core Focus
5
Recover Energy
Waste-to-energy conversion where recycling isn't viable — a better outcome than landfill.
Acceptable
6
Dispose
Landfill — the last resort, used only when no better option exists.
Last Resort
Help us help you reach your sustainability goals.
Whether you need to hit an 80% diversion target or report on zero-waste-to-landfill — we'll build the program to get you there.
Send an Enquiry
1300 492 783
Waste Sense
The national waste service broker helping Australian businesses make sense of their waste needs and source solutions of all sizes.
1300 492 783
service@wastesense.com.au
2/16 Northumberland Street, South Melbourne VIC 3205
Solutions
Commercial
Hospitality
Medical / Healthcare
Shopping Centres
Manufacturing
Support
© 2026 Waste Sense Pty Ltd. All rights reserved.
Privacy Policy
Terms of Use
SUSTAINABILITY
Committed to a greener Australia
Sustainability isn't a box we tick — it's the lens through which we
design every waste program. We exist to divert waste from landfill,
maximise recovery, and help businesses meet their environmental
commitments.
Our Approach
Landfill diversion is at
the core of everything
we do
Waste Sense was built on a simple premise: the best waste is waste
that never reaches landfill. Every program we design prioritises
recycling and recovery — not just compliance with minimum
requirements.
As an independent broker, we're uniquely positioned to select the most
sustainable solution for each waste stream, rather than defaulting to
the easiest or most profitable option. That means matching organic
waste to composting facilities, diverting plastics to specialist recyclers,
and ensuring hazardous streams are treated rather than buried.
We measure our success by recycling rates, not just collection counts
— and we share that data with our clients so they can report against
their own sustainability targets with confidence.
Our Commitment
Zero Waste to Landfill Target
We aim to divert 100% of eligible waste streams from landfill across
our client portfolio.
80% Recycling Rate Achieved
Our current recycling rate across managed streams — and we're
working to push it higher every year.
Independent Supplier Selection
No financial incentive to choose a less sustainable option — we select
the best available recovery pathway for every stream.
Sustainability Reporting Support
We provide clients with accurate waste data to support ESG, NABERS,
and government reporting requirements.
How We Do It
Our sustainability pillars
Three principles guide every waste program we build.
01
Maximise Recovery
We identify every viable recycling and
recovery pathway available for your waste
streams — organics to composting, e-waste
to certified recyclers, metals to smelters —
before any stream goes to landfill.
02
Ensure Compliance
Environmental legislation is complex. We
ensure every waste stream is handled,
transported, and disposed of in accordance
with EPA and state requirements — with full
documentation.
03
Measure & Report
We provide clear, accurate data on waste
volumes, recycling rates, and landfill diversion
— so you can track progress against
sustainability targets and report with
confidence.
Waste Hierarchy
How we prioritise
waste treatment
The waste hierarchy is the framework that guides every decision we
make. We always work from the top down — avoiding landfill until
there's genuinely no better option.
Talk to Our Team →
1
Avoid
Reduce the amount of waste generated at source
through process and purchasing changes.
Best
2
Reduce
Minimise the volume of waste that does need to
be managed through efficiency improvements.
Preferred
3
Reuse
Find pathways to reuse materials before they
enter the waste stream.
Preferred
4
Recycle
Process materials into new products — our
primary focus for most commercial waste
streams.
Core Focus
5
Recover Energy
Waste-to-energy conversion where recycling
isn't viable — a better outcome than landfill.
Acceptable
6
Dispose
Landfill — the last resort, used only when no
better option exists.
Last Resort
Help us help you reach your sustainability goals.
Whether you need to hit an 80% diversion target or report on zero-waste-to-landfill — we'll build the program to get you there.
Send an Enquiry
1300 492 783
Waste Sense
The national waste service broker
helping Australian businesses make
sense of their waste needs and source
solutions of all sizes.
1300 492 783
service@wastesense.com.au
2/16 Northumberland Street, South Melbourne VIC 3205
Solutions
Commercial
Hospitality
Medical / Healthcare
Shopping Centres
Manufacturing
Support
© 2026 Waste Sense Pty Ltd. All rights reserved.
Privacy Policy
Terms of Use