Albury locals have recycled 50 million bottles, cartons, and cans since the launch of the Albury Return and Earn depot in April 2022.
Operated by Billabong Recycling, the depot accepts large volumes of containers, including bins, bales and even ute and truckloads, and provides regular home and business collection services.
Bruce Forbes, owner and operator of Billabong Recycling, said he is proud to offer fast, friendly and efficient container returns to make it easy for the residents of Albury and surrounding areas to cash in their eligible bottles and cans.
“We appreciate the dedication and enthusiasm shown by locals in embracing the Albury Return and Earn Depot,” he said.
“Together, we’ve not only achieved significant environmental milestones but have also strengthened our community, demonstrating the strong impact collective action can have.”
The environmental impact of recycling 50 million containers instead of producing new ones is staggering. Recyclers have contributed to:
- Energy savings equivalent to powering more than 680 households for a year.
- Water conservation equivalent to filling more than 117 Olympic-sized swimming pools.
- Carbon dioxide emissions reduction equivalent to taking more than 3600 cars off the road for a year.
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