Food Waste Recycling Melbourne

Businesses generate substantial amounts of food scraps, much of which ends up in landfills, contributing to pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. KS Environmental provides food waste recycling services to convert organic waste into high-grade compost through an in-vessel composting process.

We offer commercial food waste recycling services for businesses, providing 120-litre bins and kitchen caddies for easy collection in lunchrooms and kitchens. These solutions can help you start your food waste-to-compost programme.

Acceptable and Non-Acceptable Items 

Below are the items that can and cannot be placed in our food waste recycling bins.

YesNo
Fruit/veg scrapsPlastics—All types including glad/cling wrap, cutlery
Rice, pasta, bread & cakeAlfoil
Coffee GroundsStraws
Pizza boxes/paper bagsFood handler gloves
Plate scrapings, meat fish and leftoversGlass
Eggs/egg shellsCooking oils
FlowersMetals (i.e. cans)
Chux cloths
Tea bags

Benefits of Food Waste Recycling

  • Reduce Landfill Waste – Food waste recycling significantly minimises landfill contributions, extending landfill lifespan and reducing the environmental impact of leachate, which can contaminate groundwater and surrounding ecosystems.
  • Lower General Waste Service Costs – Diverting wet, heavy organic materials from general waste bins can reduce waste weight, potentially lowering disposal costs for businesses and households.
  • Lower Greenhouse Gas Emissions – Organic waste in landfills generates harmful methane, whereas carbon dioxide produced from aerobic composting is a natural part of the biogenic cycle, resulting in lower greenhouse gas emissions.
  • High-Grade Compost Production – Our service converts organic waste into nutrient-rich compost, enhancing soil health and supporting horticulture, viticulture, and landscaping industries.

Why Choose KS Environmental for food waste collections?

KS Environmental offers comprehensive commercial food waste recycling solutions for businesses in Melbourne. Most collections are processed at a tip facility that handles over 300,000 tonnes of organic material annually.

For eco-friendly commercial food waste management and to make a positive environmental impact, contact KS Environmental today for a quote. Together, we can create a greener, more sustainable future.

What do I do on collection day?

It’s recommended to place your bins at the curbside or in the designated collection area the night before your scheduled pickup.

What do I do during Public Holidays?

KS Environmental does not operate on Good Friday, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Bin collection services continue as normal for other public holidays, while casual ‘ring-in’ services may be rescheduled based on availability.

Can I pause my service temporarily?

At KS Environmental, you have the option to place your service on hold. Simply inform our customer service team or your assigned sales representative with the start and end dates, and we’ll suspend collections free of charge until your service resumes. If needed, you can still arrange casual collections during this period by contacting our office.

Please note: A minimum of 24 hours notice is required. For larger businesses with multiple bins, we recommend providing 7 days’ notice to allow adequate time for processing.

For more information, reach us at (03) 9551 7833 or email custserv@ksenvironmental.com.au