NSW Bin Trim Rebates Program

Who can apply?

To be eligible for the program, businesses must meet the following criteria:

Businesses that have a commercial and industrial (C&I) waste service at a site in NSW; have a valid ABN and employ one or more full time employees in NSW; and send C&I waste to landfill in NSW. See the guidelines (PDF 562KB) for details.

Businesses can include entities that are registered charities, not-for-profits, public entities (including schools and hospitals), and government organisations.

Eligible equipment

balers
bulk bag stands and bulk bags
cardboard perforator
commercial worm farms
compactors
glass crushers
granulators
organics rapid decomposition units (where output is sent to a licenced composting facility)
plastic injection moulders
shredders
smart scales and other food waste monitoring equipment
source separation bins, wheelie bins, skip bins and other bin equipment – with bin signs and stickers
trolleys to transport waste and maximise waste separation and diversion

Let Wastech guide you in the process

Waste audit

Have a clear understanding of your business waste generation patterns, waste volume and waste types. Complete the initial waste assessment through the Bin Trim App or contact Bin Trim directly at bin.trim@epa.nsw.gov.au.

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We will work closely with your business to identify, design and implement tailored waste management systems that align with your requirements.

Submit your application

Following the initial waste assessment, applicants must Form 1 – Application Form (with required attachments) on https://epa.smartygrants.com.au/.

Undergo assessment

EPA will assess and decide on your application around 4 to 6 weeks after you submitted your Form 1.

Accept the rebate

You must accept and execute the rebate within 30 days of receiving the Funding Deed.

Procure equipment

Within 3 months of executing a Funding Deed, applicants must procure, install and commence use of equipment or technology.

Submit form 2

Submit Form 2 with required attachments within 3 months of executing the deed.

Rebate funding

Within 30 days of submitting Form 2, EPA provides the rebate funding.

Follow-up assessment

Between 3 to 6 months after installing and commencing use of the equipment or technology, you must complete the follow-up waste assessment using the Bin Trim App.

Submit form 3

Submit Form 3 Outcomes Report with required attachments 3 to 6 months after installation and follow-up waste assessment is complete.

Operate and maintain

Ensure to operate and maintain equipment for 12 months (if leased) or 5 years (if purchased).

Review and Optimise

At the end of the minimum operating period, review equipment performance and cost savings with Wastech.

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