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EPISODE · Apr 7, 2025 · 42 MIN

Turning trash into cash for Aussie homes and businesses | Envirobank Recycling

from Sustainable Transformation · host Kiarne Treacy

Did you know that you could get paid for your trash? You read that right - in some states in Australia you can redeem a cash incentive when you responsibly recycle eligible bottles and containers.    And, they’ll collect it from your door!    In this week’s episode, Kiarne Treacy speaks with Narelle Anderson, Founder at Envirobank Recycling, and explores her journey in Australia’s recycling and sustainability sector. Narelle discusses how her Indigenous values profoundly shape her approach to business, emphasising the essential link between profit, sustainability, and cultural stewardship.   ‘Profit and sustainability must coexist’, says Narelle as the two explore the role of purposeful businesses for profit.   Enviobank is a pioneer in the circularity space having started out by commercialising the revolutionary “reverse vending technology” which incentivises recycling by financially rewarding consumers, addressing both environmental responsibility and consumer behaviour.    There are too many instances when good intentions and using the ‘correct bin’ simply aren’t enough and not all recycling is as it seems. That’s why initiatives like Envirobank are so important, because they ensure that eligible containers are recycled over and over, all while putting money back into the hands of Aussie homes and businesses.    As Kiarne discusses, it’s a no-brainer and it’s been under our nose this whole time! Listen to learn how you can get involved and ensure your eligible recyclables and home and work are REALLY being recycled.    If you’re interested in practical sustainability solutions, innovative technology applications, and the intersection of business profitability and meaningful environmental impact then listen in. MENTIONS: Reverse Vending Technology Container Deposit Scheme - Planet Ark HDPE - High Density Polystyrene  Product Stewardship ACOR - Australian Council of Recycling LINKS: Learn more about SustainabilityTracker.com  Learn more about The Sustainable Transformation Podcast Follow The Sustainable Choice Group on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind-the-scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial   CREDITS: Host: Kiarne Treacy Guest: Narelle Anderson Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we produced this podcast, the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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