Avoidance
What does it mean?
Waste avoidance is the prevention of waste creation (otherwise known as source reduction). By preventing the creation of waste before it enters the waste stream, we are intervening at the source of the problem. Greater focus on waste avoidance is needed if we are to move toward a zero waste society, however we still need to maintain a focus on the recovery of resources and safe disposal of wastes.
The Waste Authority is developing programs that encourage greater focus on the avoidance of waste materials in Western Australia.
Avoidance in the CommunityUseful information and resources to help with waste avoidance in the home and community, including fact sheets, tips for shopping smart, buying products from recovered materials, and more. Avoidance in Government
Resources and programs to help Government agencies get involved with waste avoidance and recovery. Avoidance in Business and Industry
Resources and programs that focus on waste avoidance in business and industry, including Extended Producer Responsibility, Industry Waste Reduction, and more.
