20% increase in green waste recorded in 2022/23
The Fleurieu Regional Waste Authority has shared a number of kerbside waste collection statistics from the 2022/23 financial year. The numbers show that Victor Harbor residents have significantly reduced the amount of garbage going to landfill.
Thank you for your ongoing efforts to recycle more and reduce your environmental impact!
Compared to the previous financial year, the City of Victor Harbor recorded a:
- 20% increase to Food Organics Green Organics (FOGO)
- 4% increase in waste being diverted from landfill
- 8% decrease in general waste
- Total of 1,642 tonnes of materials recycled.
Compared to other Fleurieu Peninsula councils, the City of Victor Harbor had the highest increase of waste being diverted from landfill.
Want to help keep the green goodness flowing? One of the easiest ways you can make a difference is by putting your food scraps in your green FOGO bin. This includes meat, seafood and bones, egg shells, cheese, yoghurt, tea bags and coffee grounds, fruit and vegetables, bread and baked goods.
For more information about waste collection services, visit the Fleurieu Regional Waste Authority website.