The Connection Between Climate Change and Rubbish Removal

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The connection between climate change and rubbish removal is intricate and multifaceted. Responsible waste management practices, including recycling, energy recovery, and reducing waste generation, directly contribute to climate change mitigation efforts. As individuals, communities, and industries embrace sustainable rubbish removal practices, we take significant steps toward building a more resilient and environmentally conscious future. It's clear that the choices we make in managing our rubbish have a lasting impact on the health of our planet and its ability to withstand the challenges posed by climate change.

The carbon footprint of landfills

Landfills, often the final destination for a significant portion of our waste, contribute to climate change. Organic waste in landfills undergoes anaerobic decomposition, releasing methane, a potent greenhouse gas that is significantly more effective at trapping heat than carbon dioxide (CO2). Proper rubbish removal aims to reduce the amount of organic waste reaching landfills, thus minimizing the associated methane emissions.

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Recycling as a climate change solution

Effective rubbish removal involves separating recyclable materials from general waste. Recycling significantly reduces the need for new raw materials, which, in turn, decreases the energy required for extraction and processing. By promoting recycling, rubbish removal services contribute to lower greenhouse gas emissions associated with resource extraction and manufacturing.

Energy recovery from waste incineration

Some rubbish removal processes involve waste-to-energy incineration, which can be an environmentally beneficial alternative to landfill disposal. Modern waste incineration facilities generate energy from the combustion of waste, reducing the reliance on fossil fuels and decreasing the overall carbon footprint of waste management.

Sustainable waste management and deforestation

Illegal dumping and improper rubbish removal practices can contribute to deforestation. When waste is irresponsibly disposed of in natural areas, it can lead to habitat destruction and loss of biodiversity. Forests act as carbon sinks, absorbing CO2 from the atmosphere. Preserving these ecosystems through proper rubbish removal supports carbon sequestration efforts.

Environmental education and awareness

Raising awareness about the connection between rubbish removal and climate change is essential. Environmental education programs can inform individuals and communities about the consequences of improper waste disposal and motivate them to adopt eco-friendly practices, thus fostering a collective commitment to mitigating climate change.


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Green waste pick up
Green waste in a clients home before collection.
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Post green waste collection
The cleanliness that is left after a green waste collection and a backyard clean up.
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Packed donation boxes
Want to donate your clothes or other items? We collect and encourage donation boxes as one of our main priorities is being environmentally friendly.
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Green waste collection from a home
Have green waste pilling up? Need a clean-up after a landscaping project? Give us a call!
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Waste collection truck
One of our trucks leaving a home after collecting all of their household waste.
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Household junk awaiting collection
Household junk such as cardboard boxes, clothes, appliances and much more waiting for collection in the afternoon.
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A garage clean out
Waste in a garage before it is collected and disposed of.
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Construction site waste collection
Construction site waste waiting to be disposed of.
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Construction site junk before collection
We collect junk any time from 7am-7pm, for this client, they requested an early morning construction site rubbish pick-up.
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Green waste disposal
One of our trucks collecting green waste.
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Construction site rubbish disposal
Wood, construction mixed waste, metal and concrete are all being collected and in the end, the construction site is left clean.
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Wood before collection
We make sure to recycle anything we can, as being environmentally friendly is one of our main priorities.
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Stack of household items
A stack of chairs and other household items ready for collection.
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Unwanted furniture disposal
We can collect old or unwanted furniture such as couches and dispose of them properly.
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Waste from a home clean-out
Household items that will be recycled if possible, or taken to landfill by our team.
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Before a garage clean up
Household junk in a garage before collection and a garage clean up.
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Garage junk awaiting disposal
A garage full of domestic rubbish and hard rubbish right before collection.
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Green Waste collection
Green waste before it is collected from the front yard of a home.
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Junk collection trucks
One of our trucks collecting construction and household junk.
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Wood awaiting collection
If you need to dispose of wood, timber or any other materials, give us a call today!
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Rubbish collection trucks
One of our trucks collecting construction and household rubbish.
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A packed truck
We also offer opportunities to donate your items, and we pack it so it does not get damaged during the drive.
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Tiles before collection
We can collect tiles from renovations or constructions and dispose of them properly.
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Hard waste before it is collected
The perfect way to organise your hard waste so that the process of collection is as smooth as can be.

Reviews from OUR CLIENTS

Did a good job!
call rubbish removal to get rid of an old couch. the lady on the phone was very nice, they came the next day and picked it up. thank you i will call again if needed.
Bob Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
On-time and friendly
The guys who came were on-time and were very friendly. They took all our household rubbish and green waste. Great work guys!
Lydia Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Left office spotless
Nice work guys, left the whole office spotless.
Chris Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Really happy
Really happy. Would definitely use Rubbish Removal & Co again.
Lynn Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Retail junk due to closure
hi, we called rubbish removal two days ago, they arrived the next day and helped us get rid of all the unwanted junk from our shop.
Bella Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Experts
The guys that came to collect the on-site rubbish we had left were professional, obviously knew what they were doing and friendly. Will definitely be using your services in the future!
David Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Very considerate of all my needs
The team at Junk and Rubbish Removal were very considerate of all my needs, making sure that all my desires were met. Greatly appreciated guys.
Irene Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Stress-free junk removal
They made my property cleanout so simple. The team was fast, polite, and cleaned up after themselves. A fantastic experience overall!
Shannon Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Thanks a heap!
Thanks a heap for being so punctual and taking all our on-site rubbish, including plaster, concrete, bricks, tiles and wood.
Will definitely be using your services again!
Brian Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Friendly and professional team
The team was incredibly friendly and hardworking. They cleared my old furniture and junk with ease, leaving my space tidy and clutter-free.
Jane Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Quick and stress-free
The team cleared my backyard junk in no time and made the whole process stress-free. They were friendly and professional throughout.
Nate Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Door removal
We've recently upgraded our front door, and needed the old one to be removed. The guys at Rubbish Removal & Co. did the job in no-time. Thanks for the service!
Kate Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Machinery removal
They moved our old and unusable machinery, they made sure to take all the parts and did so efficiently. Would recommend.
Joseph Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
bed and mattress removal
removed bed frame and mattress quickly thank you
Coco Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Best customer service and excellent job!
I've used a couple of rubbish removal companies for my business in Fitzroy, and have to say, you guys at Rubbish Removal & Co. provide the best customer service and your guys do an excellent job each time!
Michelle Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Job well done
Quick response and job well done.
Lisa Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
I would recommend
I would recommend them and I would use them again.
Ally Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Fair Company
Highly recommend this service. They were prompt, professional, and very thorough and charged failry.
Eric Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
So flexible around my schedule!
They were so flexible around my schedule, very grateful for you guys! And not to mention, the removal was great too!
Leah Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Great team!
The guys were very professional, knew what they were doing and were very friendly. Great team!
Kira Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Highly recommend!
Great service from Junk and Rubbish Removal. Highly recommend!
Patrick Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Great service!
The guy on the phone during the consultation was so informative, the guys that then removed all our retail waste did so very well! Great service!
Sue Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Good service!
The guys came and did the job in no time! They took all our roofing materials, tiles, flooring, bricks, wood and more.
Tom Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Very glad I used your services!
On time, very friendly and collected everything we wanted gone! I got recommended you guys from a friend, very glad I used your services!
Paula Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
thanks
I called them, and they came the next morning and did an amazing job. thanks
Tom Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Second time!
Second time using your services, you do not disappoint. I've already recommended you to all my friends and family!
Tanya Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Easy junk removal
The process from the beginning till the end was very easy and they were always available to answer all my questions over the phone.
Matt Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
best demolition rubbish removal
Best demolition rubbish removal service I've come across, I will definitely be keeping your number in my phone!
Andrew Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Very quick!
Rubbish Removal & Co. did an amazing job, they were in and out and didn't leave any mess. Fantastic job guys!
Martin Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Great company!
Very easy to use your website and thank you for answering my phone call straight away! Great company!
Lauren Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Professional
These guys are the best! Professional and efficient, they took all my rubbish stress-free. Will definitely use them again.
Bob Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Reliable and Efficient
These guys are the best! They cleaned out my garage quickly and left the space spotless. I appreciate their attention to detail and friendly attitude.
Will Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Excellent
Fast, efficient, and reliable! They cleared my renovation waste without any hassle. I’m really happy with their service.
Phillip Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Great building site waste removal
Took everything from the site! And did so in record-time, will definitely be recommending you to friends!
Oscar Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Great work!
Thanks guys! Great work!
Jack Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Great customer service
Your opening times have been so useful in finding a time to collect all of our residential rubbish, and thank you for being so understanding over the phone when we've needed to reschedule. Great customer service.
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I just need a mattress disposed of!
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Have some old tin of a factory roof and some new tin rubbish and some general building wate - FULL TRUCK WITH STEEL
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Kate from Vermont South enquired about Rubbish Removal & Co. services.

Hi there,
We would like to dispose of a mattress, some timber, garden waste, old furniture, a small water heater, and an old BBQ.
What will the cost and collection turnaround be?
Thank you.
08/07/2024 12:36 PM
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What to get an estimated cost on removal of brick concrete and wood removal
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Hard Rubbish removal from a small one bedroom apartment. Ground Floor. Floor Boards and underlay, Carpet and Underlay with coinciding rubbish.
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Hi, I have X large landscaping rocks to be removed.
Can you help me do this? Thanks
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Hi! I am writing from a yoga studio.We are closing it and need some waste pick up, it is mainly office and cleaning waste and probably one or two small one seat couches. For Wednesday X9th.
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Dump Queen size mattress today or tomorrow
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Just wondering if you would pick queen bed and base.
How much..
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I have a Rubbish for Removal.
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Mascha from Edithvale enquired about Rubbish Removal & Co. services.

Small couch, X small tables, X chairs, X big bags of green waste, X big bags of general waste, X mattress, maybe X other small items like small shelf
26/05/2024 12:19 PM
David from Brunswick enquired about Rubbish Removal & Co. services.

Wanting to get rid of a queen size mattress
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Tenant move out I need rubbish remove and clean
27/01/2024 7:38 PM
NIKKI from Templestowe Lower enquired about Rubbish Removal & Co. services.

Hi I have a modular couch which I would like collected. It comes apart into X sections. Can you please advise on a quote and time for pick up. many thanks Nikki
18/04/2024 4:52 PM
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Have X bed bases for pick up today can you please call me back 04XXXXXXXX to arrange a time thanks
14/04/2024 12:36 PM
Steve from Nunawading enquired about Rubbish Removal & Co. services.

pick up old wooden cabinet with glass sies (some broken) and dismantle and remove old stone BBQ
25/04/2024 4:02 PM
Malinga from Rosanna enquired about Rubbish Removal & Co. services.

Hi. We have green waste in our house. All collected into bags and ready to go. Please let us know if you can arrange this.
02/05/2024 10:06 AM
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Cost of removing rubbish a be some furnitire
15/08/2024 9:45 AM
Cynthia from Altona Meadows enquired about Rubbish Removal & Co. services.

Please advise via email, the cost for pickup/disposal of X x Double Innerspring Mattress and first available collection date/time - thanks in advance..
05/06/2024 12:47 PM
Ole from Princes Hill enquired about Rubbish Removal & Co. services.

Hey, there is like X-X0 plastic bags worth of rubbish, just moving house and no room left in the residential bins
Was hoping for a quote
28/05/2024 9:35 AM
Diana from Docklands enquired about Rubbish Removal & Co. services.

X garden arches...pots.etc...probably trailer size load.
16/04/2024 2:21 PM
Alexandra from Cotham enquired about Rubbish Removal & Co. services.

Can you please email a quote on getting rid of an Upright freezer Thank you
03/07/2024 10:53 AM
Danni from Wheelers Hill enquired about Rubbish Removal & Co. services.

Quote required for General Waste removal for end of lease. items include:
Queen Mattress, king single mattress , X x vacuums, portable evap cooler, particleboard cabinet, bbq, ewaste, carpet tiles
10/02/2024 11:16 AM
Renee from Prahran enquired about Rubbish Removal & Co. services.

Hi,
I am wanting a quote to remove the following
A X seater couch, X armchairs & a low tv unit? Pick up Ferntree gully
26/06/2024 8:57 AM
Vince from Hawthorn East enquired about Rubbish Removal & Co. services.

House of elderly relative has been sold. There are remaining items of furniture and household goods both outside and inside that need to be cleared prior to settlement.
18/04/2024 5:13 PM
Symone from Hawthorn enquired about Rubbish Removal & Co. services.

Hi, my name is Symone from Mont Albert. We have X0 square meters of old carpet (including underlay) needs to be removed (rolled up already). Can you help and look forward for your quote if I could?
24/03/2024 3:15 PM
Eva from Brighton enquired about Rubbish Removal & Co. services.

I am looking for a quote for a once off rubbish removal from a domestic house.
Elderly couple needing to clean up their back yard from old acquired various items.
Cheers,
Eva

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