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Why use this indicator? Using recycled materials reduces the demand for virgin materials and contributes
to the conservation of the global resource base. Operating costs can also
potentially be reduced through the use of recycled materials.
This indicator measures Council’s use of recycled material, and provides an opportunity
to track resource consumption.
What is the current situation?
51,271 tonnes of construction materials were used in 2007-2008. 9,710 tonnes of this was recycled
material equating to 18%.
2007-2008 is the first year Council has reported on this indicator, subsequently there is no trend.
Data has only been collated for construction materials. Data collation on other consumables is required
for future reports to enable a comprehensive assessment.
What is the desired trend?
An increase in the quantity of recycled materials used in Council operations.
What does this mean for the Sustainability of Penrith Council?
Recycling material reduces the demand on valuable landfill space and lowers purchasing
and disposal costs to Council. It also lessens the demand on finite natural
resources.
Links to other indicators?
EN1, EN22
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