Visy's new, free online tour lets users explore the inner workings of a Visy recycling facility.
The virtual tour shows how materials are sorted into dedicated streams through manual, mechanical and optical sorting, the use of magnets and eddy currents and much more.
Users will gain an understanding into the complexity of recycling centres, as well as why it’s important for households to get recycling right.
The virtual tour also shows users how sorted materials are then remade into new products.
Australians are passionate recyclers but there is still confusion about what can and cannot be recycled. By participating in recycling, Australians can contribute to creating a circular economy through keeping material out of landfill to be reused and remade—reducing the use of virgin resources.
“Not everyone gets the chance to walk through a recycling facility, but our virtual tour is the next best thing,” says Tierry Lauren, Executive General Manager of Recycling at Visy.
“By giving people the tools to make informed decisions, we can work together to reduce contamination, improve recycling rates, and ultimately contribute to a circular economy where resources are reused and remade instead of wasted.”
The virtual tour is available for free on Visy’s website, making it a convenient and engaging learning experience for everyone.
It is a perfect resource for individuals, families, schools, and community groups interested in learning more about recycling and its impact.
