Waste Management and Minimisation Strategy for Taranaki - published 2011
This Strategy was adopted by the Taranaki Solid Waste Management Committee in February 2011 and has a 10-year timeframe. The second Waste Management Strategy prepared for Taranaki, it sets out the strategic framework for the effective management of wastes in the Taranaki region to:
• Minimise inefficient use of resources.
• Avoid, remedy or mitigate the harmful environmental and health effects of waste disposal.
• Ensure compliance with the Waste Minimisation Act with regard to the various obligations and functions of the region’s three territorial authorities and the Regional Council.
• Promote the hierarchy of reducing the generation, enhancing the recovery, reuse and recycling, and ensuring the safe ultimate disposal of wastes.
• Give effect to the two national goals set out in the New Zealand Waste Strategy.
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Regional Waste Strategy for Taranaki - published 2004
The Regional Waste Strategy for Taranaki has been prepared by the Regional Waste Management Forum comprising representatives of the Taranaki Regional Council, New Plymouth District Council, South Taranaki District Council and Stratford District Council. . The Strategy provides specific waste minimisation and management goals for local authorities, industry and the community on the three priority waste areas outlined in the New Zealand Waste Strategy and includes targets for specific waste streams and issues. Hard copy: $15 + GST
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