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26 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS I want to use food packaging materials that are biodegradable/compostable/degradable. What’s the difference between them and where can I get them? The glossary on page 47 has definitions of biodegradable, compostable and degradable. Make sure that if you use biodegradable or compostable products, you talk it over with your suppliers and commercial composting facility. Some products that claim to be biodegradable or compostable will require conditions of a commercial composting facility (and won’t work in your own garden) but even then may take longer than expected. Try searching the internet or Yellow Pages for ‘packaging suppliers’ and/or ‘packaging materials’ for other options. Which contractors provide composting services? If your event is small and the amount of compostable waste you produce is relatively small, you may be able to compost this material yourself. For larger volumes, use a commercial composting company. Is there a standard for bin signage and colour? Step 3 on page 14 of this guideline details the colour and words to use for waste stream source separation at both events and venues. Use the colours and words provided for consistency, or alter or create individual images to suit your particular situation. Do I need to report any information to Zero Waste SA? Zero Waste SA always likes to hear about any group or organisation that has introduced waste management initiatives but there is no obligation to report any information about your event. Should we concentrate our waste management efforts on front or back of house? Your completed waste assessment (Attachment D, p33), summarising all waste produced at your event or venue, will help you to focus your efforts on the areas with the best waste minimisation opportunities. Are there any grants available from Zero Waste SA to assist me? Zero Waste SA is no longer providing grants to events to implement waste minimisation measures. Waste minimisation activites are now regarded as a standard operational cost of running an environmentally responsible event. I tried this before and it didn’t work, how can I make sure things succeed this time? This guideline may help you do better this time. Each situation is unique but we believe that the ‘5 Steps to Success’ will give any event or venue the best possible chance to achieve its waste minimisation goals. Each step is equally important; give each one adequate time and thought to ensure success. Appropriate planning, support and infrastructure will all help you achieve your goals, and continuous monitoring and review will help you identify any issues early and adjust your focus accordingly. Reporting back to stakeholders will help close the loop, improve their understanding and commitment, and minimise waste even more next time! Who can help me? There are many websites and tools dedicated to green events and minimising waste at events and public places. Some other useful links include: Department of Environment and Conservation NSW www.environment.nsw.gov.au/wastewisevents/ Sustainability Victoria: Waste Wise Program www.sustainability.vic.gov.au Keep South Australia Beautiful www.kesab.asn.au
ATTACHMENT A WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN TEMPLATE 27 For a completed example see Attachment B (p29). Event/venue_________________________ Date WMP drafted____________________ Name_______________________________ CURRENT SITUATION Briefly describe the current waste management situation. Attach your waste assessment (Attachment D, p33) as supporting information. OPTIONS FOR IMPROVEMENT Describe your options for improving waste management. Use the handy waste tips (Attachment E, p34) as a guide. SETTING GOALS List the waste minimisation or recycling goals you have set for your event or venue.
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