Published
1 November 2024
Ministers
E-waste recycling receives more than $5 million funding boost
The Cook Labor Government has allocated $5.4 million to increase e-waste storage, collection, recycling and processing throughout WA as part of the second round of its E-waste Infrastructure Grants Program.
- Nearly $5.4 million awarded to 15 e-waste storage, collection and processing projects
- More than 8,000 tonnes of e-waste to be diverted from landfill and more than 80 jobs to be created
- Supports commitment by Cook Labor Government to ban e-waste disposal to landfill
The Cook Labor Government has allocated $5.4 million to increase e-waste storage, collection, recycling and processing throughout WA as part of the second round of its E-waste Infrastructure Grants Program.
That program - which supports the Government's commitment to reduce the number of electronics and electrical items going to landfill - has previously provided $4.5 million in grants to WA local governments, small businesses and not-for-profits, bringing the Government's total investment in e-waste recycling to nearly $10 million.
E-waste includes items with a plug, battery or cord, including computers and mobile phones, as well as home appliances, such as dishwashers, washing machines and dryers.
Grants are awarded to infrastructure projects that support the increasing recycling capability and capacity throughout the State, including regional WA, where funds will help with the construction of facilities in the Shire of Donnybrook Balingup and the Shire of Northam.
To find out more, head to: https://www.wa.gov.au/service/community-services/grants-and-subsidies/e-waste-infrastructure-grants-program
Comments attributed to Environment Minister Reece Whitby:
"The Cook Labor Government is committed to banning e-waste disposal in landfill, and we have delivered.
"These grants will support infrastructure that increases WA's e-waste reuse, storage, collection, processing and recycling capabilities, creating jobs and supporting our State's circular economy."
Stream 1 - E-waste collection and storage and/or reuse infrastructure grants
|
Organisation |
Project Title |
Project Description |
Funding Allocation |
|
Shire of Northam |
Shire of Northam E-Shed Project |
The Shire of Northam will build an "E-Shed" where all e-waste is stored for testing, separation and recycling at the Old Quarry Waste Management Facility in Northam. This shed will be equipped with a 'Test and Tag' machine where all electronic goods will be tested and either placed in the Northam Re-Store for Re-Use or placed in shipping containers for delivery to a recycling facility. The new facility also gives the Shire of Northam the opportunity to collect and safely store additional e-waste items, such as light globes, mobile phones and batteries. |
$34,827.00 |
|
City of Gosnells |
Integration of e-waste collection at the City of Gosnells Community Recycling & Education Centre (CREC) |
This project will provide a specific e-waste drop-off point consisting of approximately 400 square metres of hard standing for the collection of whitegoods, electronics, large e-waste items, such as televisions and computers, which will be recycled/ repurposed to be put back into the community via an onsite reuse shop. The facility will also teach residents about the importance of recycling and especially e-waste management, and ways they can contribute to solving the problem and reducing their environmental footprint. |
$150,000.00 |
|
Shire of Donnybrook Balingup |
Construction of e-waste storage shed at Balingup Waste Transfer Station, purchase of stillages for the collection and transport of e-waste from the Donnybrook Waste Management Facility and Balingup Waste Transfer Station |
This project will provide a collection point and storage for e-waste at the Balingup Waste Transfer Station and additional storage at the Donnybrook Waste Management Facility. |
$64,003.00 |
|
Salvos Stores |
Salvos Stores Electronics Circularity Best Practice |
Salvos Stores will acquire 40 additional 'Test and Tag' machines for its stores, train and certify 40 selected workforce team members from paid staff and volunteers, and increase electronics test and tag from 21 stores to 44 stores (out of 54 stores). |
$57,560.00 |
|
Good Sammy |
Electrical Test and Tag Expansion Project |
Good Sammy will equip its Canning Vale warehouse and 26 stores with the necessary equipment to be able to process greater volumes of donated e-waste, procure storage and logistics equipment to aid the transport of e-waste, and purchase equipment to enable Good Sammy to attend more local government e-waste drop-off events to collect good quality e-waste donations. This will be supported by community education. |
$230,589.00 |
|
City of Wanneroo |
Enhancing collection and storage capacity at Wangara Greens Recycling Facility |
City of Wanneroo will construct a concrete base and storage shed to enhance the capacity for e-waste collection and secure storage. This shed will accommodate an additional storage capacity of approximately 80 tonnes of e-waste annually. |
$18,693.00 |
|
City of Swan |
Bridging E-waste to Recycling/ Reprocessing Centre |
The City of Swan will establish an ecosystem that includes an e-waste shed, e-waste sorting bins in 10 community centres, and an e-waste trailer. These resources will be strategically positioned to encourage residents to make conscientious choices, diverting e-waste away from landfill and towards proper recycling facilities. |
$250,000.00 |
|
Sam's Spares |
Sam's Spares Expansion - Phase 2 Data Destruction |
Sam's Spares will acquire degausser and crusher data destruction equipment to process hard drives and meet demands for secure, efficient, and high-quality data destruction services. With a focus on environmental sustainability, equitable access to technology, and creating training opportunities for neurodiverse individuals. Sam's Spares aims to make a positive impact on both the community and the environment. |
$74,262.00 |
|
Co-Creative IT Pty Ltd |
Co-Creative IT Re-Ware Project |
The 'Re-Ware' Project will purchase storage and equipment (including work benches and tag and testing kits) to collect, refurbish and repurpose end-of-life devices and reduce the amount of e-waste entering landfill. |
$22,873.10 |
|
ABC Foundation Ltd |
Carnarvon E-waste Sorting, Storing and Recycling Station |
This project will install supporting infrastructure to create a facility in Carnarvon where e-waste can be brought in, and will be sorted, stored, and sold/recycled to local providers, diverting these materials from general landfill. |
$122,000.00 |
|
Star E Waste |
Go Green |
This project will acquire degausser and crusher data destruction equipment for the de-construction and treatment of e-waste. It will also enable the collection of up to 400 tonnes of e-waste for responsible treatment, through the purchase of additional storage. |
$170,855.00 |
Stream 2 - E-waste reprocessing and recycling infrastructure grants
|
Organisation |
Project Title |
Project Description |
Funding Allocation |
|
Ecocycle Pty Ltd |
Battery-in-device, e-waste processing technology |
This project will deliver highly innovative e-waste processing and recycling technology at Kwinana Beach. The new technology will increase Ecocycle's recycling capacity and capability to recover highly valuable materials. It will provide a complete recycling solution to the increasing concerns around the handling and processing of embedded e-waste (such as toys, laptops and e-cigarettes/vapes) in Western Australia. |
$1,750,000.00 |
|
Envirostream Australia Pty Ltd |
Battery Sorting & Recycling Facility |
Envirostream will establish a battery sorting and dismantling facility in Western Australia with a recycling capacity of over 1,500 tonnes per year, diverting this material from landfill and reducing current recycling costs for customers. The project will include the construction of fire-rated storage bays, installation and commissioning of fire safety equipment, battery sorting equipment, and electric vehicle and energy storage system dismantling and discharge equipment. |
$852,963.00 |
|
Workpower Incorporated |
Whitegoods Degassing Infrastructure |
The project includes the installation of a shed, and procurement and commissioning of a fridge degassing line to develop a dedicated whitegoods degassing facility, servicing Perth and the regions. |
$598,200.00 |
|
The Trustee for the Cyber System Family Trust |
Repurposing Plastic Waste from E-waste Recycling |
This project involves converting most plastic waste residue from e-waste and solar panel recycling into usable granules. These granules, combined with a carefully formulated mixture will be utilised to craft new final products such as bricks, plant pots, and other plastic items. |
$999,817.00 |
