Our zero waste
world
Zero waste is a growing worldwide movement, connecting vital issues at a local, national and international level. Our work plugs into that, and the world’s best approaches to responsible resource management.
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Zero waste in your community
Meet the people working on zero waste in Kiwi neighbourhoods and communities just like yours. We’re helping to reduce the cost of living, increase local resilience and bring local people together.
15 JANUARY 2026
Eco Educate is here for you!
15 JUNE 2026
Zero waste legend Gerry Gillespie honoured by Australia
Zero waste nationwide
We’re building a mutually supportive zero waste network across the country. Together, we’re also working to change the laws, rules and regulations to make zero waste the key way Aotearoa manages its resources.
16 JULY 2026
Disappointing environmental court ruling leaves potentially toxic air pollution unaddressed
30 JUNE 2026
The next government must restart action on plastic pollution
05 MAY 2026
Fast fashion is drowning our op shops
Zero waste worldwide
We’re inspired and informed by people all over the world realising the potential of zero waste approaches. Together, we’re working to transform the global economy. Zero waste thinking will help ensure its sustainability, resilience and equity for all.
01 JUNUARY 2026
Australia keeps incinerators out of its capital, indefinitely
02 January 2026
From waste to resource: How an Ilocos Sur town turned community action into a waste-diversion model