Queensland’s Environment Minister has today officially opened the Future Waste Resources Convention in Ipswich.
While speaking to the convention of waste and recycling industry representatives from across the state, Minister Leeanne Enoch told businesses and local councils that the Palaszczuk Government’s priority is to work with the community and industry to reduce landfill and encourage resource recovery.
"I’m delighted to see that industry leaders are looking to the future, and preparing to make the most of the opportunities ahead.
"We are in a fortunate position to have internationally competitive businesses right here in Queensland, using cutting-edge technologies and processes for turning waste into valuable and profitable, products and services.
"We want to build on that competitive advantage," Ms Enoch said.
Coming together at Ipswich’s Workshops Rail Museum, the convention is focusing on real solutions to current challenges.
"Changing how we manage waste in Queensland will create jobs and drive significant economic growth as we make better use of resources and develop new industries," Ms Enoch said.
Rick Ralph, CEO Waste, Recycling Industry Association of Queensland said the convention has brought together more than 250 attendees from across industry and state and local government.
"This is the largest convention of its kind in Queensland history, focussing on future waste and recycling solutions for the state.
"It is wonderful the convention is being held at one the oldest manufacturing centres to show the possibilities for the future."
