Projects and Innovations


  • Lutana Resource Recovery Centre

    SWS has completed a major transformation of its Lutana site into a cutting-edge resource recovery hub to recover previously untapped value from Southern Tasmania’s waste stream. The $9 million Lutana Resource Recovery Centre is a significant move away from traditional landfill-centric approaches towards innovative resource recovery strategies.  Lutana receives 60,000 tonnes of waste every year,…

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  • Copping insourcing

    Southern Waste Solutions (SWS) has achieved a significant milestone in our progress towards transforming Copping from a traditional landfill into the largest precinct for waste and resource recovery in Tasmania. Having been contractor managed since its establishment 20 years ago, progressing to in-sourcing operations at Copping was the logical next step in our journey. The…

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  • Leachate Management Trial

    SWS has been undertaking a 18-month trial of a new leachate evaporation system at our Copping Waste Precinct.  When it rains on landfill sites, water naturally filters though waste and accumulates contaminants, turning into a liquid called leachate. In addition, the decomposition of organic waste material within the landfill releases additional liquid that is stored…

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    Leachate Management Trial


News


  • SWS Chair Recognised for Transformational Leadership in Tasmania’s Waste Sector

    The outgoing Chair of Southern Waste Solutions (SWS), Dr Christine Mucha, has been recognised for her transformational leadership to Tasmania’s waste management sector. Dr Mucha will complete her role as Chair in June after four and half years overseeing the transformational growth of Tasmania’s largest waste management authority. Chair of the Copping Refuse Disposal Site…

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  • Chief Operating Officer

    Southern Waste Solutions is hiring a new Chief Operating Officer to play a key role in our efforts to lead innovation in resource recovery and the circular economy. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Tasmania’s largest integrated waste management authority. To find out more and apply click on the link: Chief Operating…

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  • Southern Waste Solutions’ new CEO Nick Gifford

    SWS is excited to announce the appointment of Nick Gifford as our new Chief Executive Officer. Under Nick’s leadership, SWS will advance its commitment to resource recovery and integrated waste management. Nick possesses a wealth of experience in the waste management sector and a deep understanding of SWS and its ambition, having served as manager…

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