The Strategic Waste Initiatives Scheme
2010
SWIS Round 1 for 2010 has now closed.
Best of luck to all applicants! Assessments are underway and all applicants will be advised of the outcomes in due course via email. The assessment process for SWIS grants is comprehensive, and takes a number of months, so please be patient.
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Business and industry, local government, community groups and individuals are encouraged to apply for funding.
The SWIS was established to help our State achieve the vision of “A Towards Zero Waste Environment”.
Funding will be provided for initiatives which are consistent with the Waste Authority’s ‘Priority Areas for Funding’ and the Statement of Strategic Direction for Waste Management in Western Australia. (documents available below).
The Waste Authority identified the following as priority areas for funding for Round 1 2010:
1. Organics
2. Construction & Demolition (C & D) Waste Recovery and Recycling
3. Plastics
4. Used Tyres
5. Hazardous Waste from Households
6. Research and Development
How to Submit an Application
Applications must be received by 5pm Friday 5th March 2010.
Out of Session Grant applications will not be accepted.
The Waste Authority is interested in applications that focus on the ‘Priority Areas for Funding’ and complement its previous or current work. Applicants must apply using the prescribed form and specify the amount of funding support required.
Applicants must read the ‘Guidelines for Applicants’ document and familiarise themselves with the ' Priority Focus Areas for Funding 2010' and the 'Waste Authority’s Strategic Direction 2008'.
If you wish to obtain a copy of the current SWIS Application Form, please email your request to the WARRA Grants Officer – bianca.king@dec.wa.gov.au and an electronic copy will be sent to you.
Publications & Resources
Waste Authority's Strategic Direction 2008
This document outlines the Waste Authority’s current Strategic Direction
Priority Areas for Funding 2010
This document outlines the Waste Authority’s Priority Areas for grant funding
Helpful Hints - Grants 2010
This document outlines helpful hints for those applying for grants in 2010.
Strategic Waste Initiatives Scheme: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions about the Strategic Waste Initiatives Scheme application process.
Strategic Waste Initiatives Scheme: Guidelines for Applicants 2010
Guidelines for applicants seeking support through the Strategic Waste Initiatives Scheme in 2010.
Statement of Strategic Direction for Waste Management in Western Australia 2004/2005 Priorities
Highlights priority waste products for the 2004/05 year, which are considered generally still relevant. These focus areas are where there are waste products accumulating, which are not being prevented, which have few options for recovery, which are potentially harmful to the environment on disposal and therefore require action.
More Information
For more information on the Strategic Waste Initiatives Scheme please contact the Projects Officer - WARRA Grants at the Department of Environment and Conservation by email.
