FINALIST IN PREMIER’S SUSTAINABILITY AWARDS 2020 - INNOVATIVE PRODUCTS OR SERVICES CATEGORY
Green Eco Technologies has been announced as a finalist in the Innovative Products or Services category of the Premier’s Sustainability Awards 2020 for their project, the WasteMaster system.
Green Eco Technologies’ WasteMaster system uses unique technology to convert food waste, without bacteria, other additives, or water, into a virtually odour-free, much reduced quantity of reusable residual material.
The WasteMaster’s innovative technology blasts the cell walls of the food waste with charged oxygen molecules, which accelerate decomposition. The moisture in the waste is evaporated and vented into the air as humid, odour-free vapour. What remains is a pathogen-free, high-calorific value, nutrient-rich residue, which is ideal for a range of beneficial uses.
At the end of the process the weight of the organic waste has been reduced by up to 80%. For every 500kg loaded into the system, WasteMaster outputs around 100kg of compost-like residual material, which will not attract insects or vermin in its dry state.
The Innovative Products or Services category recognises outstanding innovation in products or services that contribute to sustainable outcomes.
Sustainability Victoria CEO Claire Ferres Miles congratulated Green Eco Technologies on their achievement, and said the project demonstrates an innovative approach to driving a more sustainable future for the building and construction industry.
“The calibre of submissions in 2020, and this year’s subsequent list of finalists, are a reflection of the broad-range of innovative programs and initiatives that are driving environmental change in Victoria,” Ferres Miles said.
“It’s wonderful to be able to take this opportunity to celebrate the businesses, community organisations and government bodies that are contributing to a more sustainable Victoria.”
Now in their 18th year, the Premier’s Sustainability Awards are Victoria’s most highly recognised annual sustainability awards program comprising of 10 categories.
Winners will be announced at the Premier’s Sustainability Award’s online ceremony to be held on Wednesday 16 December.
Premier Daniel Andrews will personally select the winners of the overall awards, the Premier’s Recognition Award and Premier’s Regional Recognition Award, from this year’s list of finalists. The Premier’s Recognition Awards recognise submissions that showcase outstanding innovation in sustainability and demonstrate notable benefits for metropolitan and regional Victoria.
For more information, photos and profiles of all finalists, visit sustainabilityawards.vic.gov.au