Diverting waste from landfill

Our work reducing waste and increasing our reuse and recycling contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goal of Responsible consumption and production (Goal 12).

La Trobe is committed to achieving the following targets:

  • Diversion of 60% operational waste from landfill for all campuses
  • Diversion of 80% of demolition and construction waste from landfill

Explore our initiatives and how you can contribute by participating in our programs below.

Recycling and waste

Recycling and waste

Find out our recycling programs and how you can dispose of waste correctly.

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Circular economy

Circular economy

To reduce waste, we are avoiding it from the source how we can.

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Waste and materials performance

Waste and materials performance

Waste and recycling are monitored on each campus, with rates reported quarterly and annually.

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