Positive environmental impact from e waste recycling in the Northern Midlands
Posted on February 27, 2026
Positive environmental impact from e‑waste recycling in the Northern Midlands
The Northern Midlands Council – Longford Waste Transfer Station has delivered significant environmental benefits through its participation in the National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme (NTCRS) during the 2024–25 financial year.
Over the year, 6,308 kilograms of NTCRS “in-scope” e‑waste were collected and recycled at the Longford facility. This material was processed through TechCollect, with the environmental outcomes independently assessed by Australia and New Zealand Recycling Platform (ANZRP) as part of its annual lifecycle assessment program.
The assessment found that recycling this volume of e‑waste resulted in:
- 18,629 kilograms of CO₂‑e emissions prevented, equivalent to planting 308 trees
- 4,980 cubic metres of water saved, comparable to 146 days of average household water use
- 249,991 megajoules of energy saved, equal to 947 days of household electricity consumption
- 22,647 grams of particulate matter prevented from entering the atmosphere, equivalent to a diesel truck travelling 33,831 kilometres on Australian roads
These outcomes highlight the importance of local e‑waste recycling services in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, conserving water and energy, and improving air quality.
Northern Midlands Council thanks residents for supporting responsible e‑waste disposal and contributing to positive environmental outcomes across the region. Every item recycled locally helps protect natural resources and supports a more sustainable future. Positive environmental impact Longford Waste Transfer Station