How Much We Recycle
Australia’s recycling of core waste has increased by 52% over the last 13 years.
Among the states and territories, South Australia leads the way with a recycling rate of 80%, followed by the ACT (75%), and NSW and Victoria (both 65%). Methane from landfills represents 97% of emissions from Australia’s waste management industry.
| Name | Recycling Rate of Core Waste + Ash (%) | CAGR | Energy Recovery | Ash | Biosolids | Glass | Hazardous | Masonry Materials | Metals | Mining | Organics | Paper & Cardboard | Plastics | Textiles, Leather & Rubber (excl. tyres) | Other |
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