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• best practice recycling of waste including use of colour-coded waste recycling stations, use of compost from organic waste in landscaping, use of recycled paper, and public education on waste minimisation. E. Air, Water and Soil Quality Sydney is committed to: • the selection wherever practicable of materials and processes that are nontoxic in use such as natural fibre insulation, and non-toxic paints, glues, varnishes, polishes, solvents and cleaning products • improved procedures at Olympic sites to minimise toxic fume emission and out-gassing from paints, carpets, glues and pest control practices • use of building techniques and interior design that minimise the need for chemical pest control and maximise opportunities for integrated pest management • use of CFC, HFC and HCFC-free refrigerants and processes • elimination of leaded fuels • minimising and ideally avoiding the use of chlorine based product (organochlorines) such as PCBs, PVC and chlorine bleached paper • the water quality of mangrove, estuarine and saltmarsh environments near Sydney Olympic Park being protected during construction by erosion and run-off controls • comprehensive contamination testing of former industrial sites being redeveloped for the Olympic games, with remediation and risk reduction programs as appropriate. F. Protecting Significant Natural and Cultural Environments Sydney is committed to: • preservation and protection of the integrity of natural ecosystems adjacent to Olympic sites including native bushland, forest and waterways • assessment of habitat and species with special attention to endangered species and ecosystems subject to international conservation treaties • landscape programs that minimise disruption of wildlife habitat, protect indigenous plant species, with selection of species to complement existing habitats • rehabilitation of wetlands • control of feral animals and weed invasion • establishment of buffer zones between venues and conservation areas • establishment of a management plan for the protection of natural ecosystems • use of low wash ferry transport to minimise impact on mangrove ecosystems Managing and Monitoring Environmental Performance of Sports Events and Facilities 50
G. Olympic Events Sydney is committed to: • assist business to conform to Olympic requirements by establishment of an expert panel with membership drawn from the business, government & environment sectors • investigate opportunities to provide a data base on new technologies suitable for use at the Olympic games to assist organisations planning to tender for contracts. H. Merchandising Sydney is committed to: • every company tendering for a merchandise contact being required to provide environmental information in its submission in relation to manufacture, use and disposal • avoiding unnecessary waste generated by products with a short useful life or unnecessary packaging • not using materials from threatened environments or species • maximum use of recyclable and recycled materials • promotional clothing being made from natural fibres wherever possible • the design and packaging of products embodying an educational message about the environment wherever possible. I. Ticketing Sydney is committed to: • ticketing systems integrating event admission with public transport • tickets being printed on recycled and recyclable paper, using nontoxic ink. J. Catering Sydney is committed to: • minimal packaging of foodstuffs subject to appropriate health standards being maintained • use of recyclable or reusable packaging • non-disposable cutlery and crockery being used at food outlets wherever possible. K. Waste Management Sydney is committed to: Managing and Monitoring Environmental Performance of Sports Events and Facilities 51
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