Achieving Council Sustainability

Promoting Environmental Stewardship to Achieve Council Sustainability

By partnering with Veolia, local councils can shape a greener future within their communities. Our solutions integrate sustainable practices throughout council operations, aligning with government sustainability initiatives and promoting environmental stewardship. From eco-friendly waste management and resource recovery to sustainable construction practices, Veolia empowers local councils to take a proactive stance in promoting environmental sustainability and shaping a more sustainable future for their residents.

Local councils play a pivotal role in driving environmental sustainability within their communities. Through collaboration with Veolia, councils can implement innovative solutions that optimize resource management, reduce ecological footprints, and contribute to council sustainability goals and net-zero targets. By embracing Veolia's expertise, local councils can lead by example, fostering environmental awareness and encouraging sustainable practices among residents and businesses.

Environmental Challenges for Councils

Environmental challenges are a pressing concern for local councils as they strive to promote sustainability and protect the well-being of their communities. Councils face a multitude of obstacles in their efforts to minimise their ecological footprint and achieve environmental goals. Some of the key challenges include:

• Waste management: Handling and disposing of municipal solid waste in an eco-friendly manner, reducing landfill usage, and promoting recycling and composting initiatives.
• Energy consumption: Reducing energy usage in council operations and facilities, transitioning to renewable energy sources, and improving energy efficiency.
• Water conservation: Implementing strategies to conserve water resources, addressing water pollution, and promoting sustainable water management practices.
• Sustainable transportation: Encouraging the use of public transportation, cycling, and walking, while reducing emissions from council vehicle fleets.
• Green spaces and biodiversity: Preserving and enhancing green spaces, protecting local ecosystems, and promoting biodiversity within urban areas.
• Climate change mitigation: Developing strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, adapting to the impacts of climate change, and promoting climate resilience.

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Role of Local Council in Environmental Sustainability 

In a collaborative effort to address council sustainability, 13 councils from the Southern and Northern Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (NSROC and SSROC) have partnered with Veolia to tackle the pressing issue of household waste management.

The cutting-edge Mechanical Biological Treatment (MBT) facility, located 250km south of Sydney near Goulburn, combines Veolia's global expertise in operating Energy from Waste (EfW) facilities with innovative technology to deliver a truly unique waste management solution. By leveraging Veolia's longstanding experience and advanced capabilities, these Sydney councils are empowered to drastically reduce the amount of household waste sent to landfills, providing a sustainable long-term solution aligned with council sustainability goals.

Through this partnership, Veolia enables local councils to take a proactive stance in promoting environmental sustainability within their communities. The MBT facility exemplifies Veolia's commitment to driving council sustainability by offering cutting-edge waste management solutions that minimise ecological footprints and contribute to a greener future for Sydney residents."