WastePlan

We are excited to announce that our Founder and CEO, Bertie Lourens, will speak at Africa's Green Economy Summit 2025. He will share his insights on the "Future of African Cities: Resilient & Smart Urban Growth." Join us at Africa's Green Economy Summit 2025 as we work towards Zero+: Net Zero Today, Climate Positive Tomorrow. #GreenEconomy #Sustainability #ZeroWaste #WasteReduction #AfricanCities #WastePlan #AGES2025 #UpliftingLives #CircularEconomy

Season’s Greetings from WastePlan As the festive season approaches, we want to thank you for being part of our journey toward a greener, more sustainable future. May your holidays be filled with joy, and may the new year bring fresh opportunities to care for our planet together. Here’s to taking more steps toward Zero to Landfill in the year ahead! #MerryChristmas #SustainabilityMatters #ZeroToLandfill #WastePlan

As the festive season approaches, we want to take a moment to reflect on the year and express our heartfelt gratitude. The progress we’ve made and the goals we’ve achieved wouldn’t be possible without the support of those around us. Thank you for being part of our journey toward a greener, more sustainable future. #fairness #values #ZeroToLandfill #Sustainability #WastePlan #WasteManagement

At WastePlan we understand that life is unfair and that is fair. In season a tree will give fruit and shade to everyone and out of season to no one. This video will explain why Fairness is like a Tree. Just as a tree provides shade and fruit to everyone, fairness means treating everyone equally and giving everyone a fair chance. It will equally adapt according to changing seasons, so what is fair today might look different from how it looks tomorrow. In a good season, there is fruit for everyone; in a bad season, there is fruit for no one. It's like the branches of a tree spreading out to include everyone in its shade and fruit, no matter who they are. We also know that you will reap what you sow. We desire everyone to benefit fairly from our collective efforts as we turn more waste into more opportunities for all. Poet: Puno Selesho #fairness #values #ZeroToLandfill #Sustainability #WastePlan #WasteManagement

For many of us, the constant stream of terrible statistics about plastic waste has become almost overwhelming. We know that millions of tonnes are ending up in our oceans every year, we know that microplastics are contaminating our food chains. But sometimes we think, what difference can I make? Well, there is good news. Over the past decade the global fight against plastic pollution has made significant strides. And in South Africa too, real progress is being made in reducing plastic waste and protecting our natural environment. #WastePlan #ZeroToLandfill #Sustainability #WastePlan #WasteManagement

Picture more than 30,000 students and staff going about their daily affairs across 5 campuses. Studying, working, eating, chatting – and constantly generating waste while they’re doing so. From single-use plastic bottles to leftover coffee and snacks, from stacks of printed exam papers to flat AA batteries and broken phone cables… Not to mention the discarded art supplies, or glass and hazardous waste from chemical laboratories and medical facilities. How is it possible to consistently achieve a waste diversion rate of 76%? How is it possible to achieve a 6-Green Star rating on a heritage building that was constructed in 1905? Well, these achievements require strategic and comprehensive efforts, with effective waste management playing a pivotal role – and that’s where WastePlan comes in. #WastePlan #ZeroToLandfill #Sustainability #WastePlan #WasteManagement

The Environmental Toll of Landfills: Lessons from Bantar Gebang Bantar Gebang, one of the largest landfills in Indonesia, serves as a stark reminder of the devastating environmental consequences of poor waste management: ● Groundwater pollution: Toxic waste seeps into local water sources, contaminating vital supplies for nearby communities. ● Noxious odours: With 60–70% of the waste being organic, the landfill emits intense smells detectable miles away, diminishing the quality of life for residents. ● Methane emissions: A significant contributor to climate change, this landfill releases large amounts of methane, a potent greenhouse gas. ● Soil contamination: Decades of waste accumulation have polluted the soil, harming agriculture and local ecosystems. ● Air pollution: Open waste burning and emissions from decomposing garbage degrade air quality, posing severe health risks. ● Health risks: Polluted air, water, and unstable ground expose thousands of nearby residents to chronic health problems. ● Landslide dangers: The sheer volume of waste creates instability, leading to landslides, such as the 2006 incident that claimed three lives. ● Ecosystem disruption: The landfill has decimated biodiversity and destroyed what was once a thriving area of housing and rice fields. ● Visual pollution: Towering over 50 meters high, the landfill dominates the landscape, creating an imposing “mountain of trash.” Yet, within this environmental crisis lies an opportunity. Bantar Gebang’s waste contains an estimated 180,000 terajoules of energy—equivalent to 7 million tons of coal or nearly 5 million cubic meters of light fuel oil. This highlights the untapped potential for turning waste into a resource through innovative solutions. For South Africa, Bantar Gebang is not just a warning but a call to action. By prioritising effective waste management now, we can prevent similar disasters and seize the opportunity to create a more sustainable future. If your business wants to be part of the solution, let’s chat. Feel free to drop a comment or send us a DM. #WasteManagement #Sustainability #MethaneReduction #Landfills #ZeroToLandfill #LandfillSolutions

We are excited to announce that our Founder and CEO, Bertie Lourens, will speak at Africa's Green Economy Summit 2025. He will share his insights on the "Future of African Cities: Resilient & Smart Urban Growth." Join us at Africa's Green Economy Summit as we work towards resilient & smart urban growth. #GreenEconomy #Sustainability #ZeroWaste #WasteReduction #AfricanCities #WastePlan #AGES2025 #UpliftingLives #CircularEconomy #WastePlan #GreenEconomySummit #ZeroToLandfill #Sustainability #PurposeDriven

At WastePlan integrity means we are as reliable and dependable as a mountain. We are rock-solid in word and deed. We genuinely seek to always do what we say. We take responsibility for our mistakes by promptly responding with corrective actions. We understand that “I am what I do when no one is watching.” Integrity at WastePlan is the foundation of trust, the bedrock of self-respect. Like a majestic mountain, integrity sets a higher standard of honesty and authenticity. It is a guiding beacon, inspiring trust and reminding us to stay true to our values, even in adversity. Poet: Puno Selesho #integrity #values #ZeroToLandfill #Sustainability #WastePlan #WasteManagement

Understanding the difference between paper recycling and composting is key to making smarter environmental choices. This insightful article by Hillary Litman Freed, MBA breaks it down, helping us all move closer to sustainable waste management. #WasteManagement #Recycling #Composting #WastePlan #ZeroToLandfill #Sustainability #WastePlan #WasteManagement