In a natural eco-system there is a balance whereby the wastes from one process become the resources for other processes.
Nothing is wasted.
In a consumer society waste is an accepted part of life. A strategy is needed to reverse this trend and prevent leaving future generations the legacy of our waste. The Waste Management Strategy for Canberra has been developed to set the vision and future directions for waste management in the Australian Capital Territory. The strategy is the result of extensive community consultation which has identified a strong desire to achieve a waste free society by 2010. Improving current waste management practices will provide opportunities to develop new and innovative businesses with significant employment potential as well as establishing Canberra as a centre of excellence in sustainable resource management.