Frequently Asked Questions
Waste less time—our FAQs might have the answer you need.
General FAQ
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Our approach is personalised, efficient, and sustainable, with a focus on long-term waste reduction strategies, recycling, and supporting zero-waste goals. When you work with us, we care about your success as much as you do.
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We provide waste minimisation and management solutions across the North Island of New Zealand, with our headquarters in Wellington, and bases in Tauranga and Auckland. We also provide services for major events across the South Island. Get in touch with us to see if we can serve your location!
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If you're hosting an event, running a venue, or managing a business and you generate waste, you likely need waste management services. Here are some key indicators:
Your event has over 1,000 attendees, or you’re required to submit a Waste Management and Minimisation Plan (WMMP) to your local council.
You want to reduce your environmental impact and improve sustainability practices.
You’re struggling with waste management efficiency, whether it's sorting, recycling, or minimising landfill waste.
You’re looking to engage staff, guests, or customers in responsible waste practices, such as composting or reusing materials.
You want to ensure compliance with local regulations regarding waste disposal and minimisation.
If any of these apply to you, get in touch, and we can help design a waste management plan tailored to your needs!
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Simply reach out to us via our contact page, give us a call on 0211201345 or email us on events@nonstopsolutions.co.nz. Our team will be happy to get you started!
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No problem! Get in touch with us to discuss your specific needs—we’re happy to customise our services or connect you with the right resources to help you achieve your sustainability goals.
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Yes, we offer a variety of educational workshops focused on sustainability! You can explore our Workshops page for more information on upcoming sessions. We also offer tailored presentations for schools, where we can come in and engage students on topics like waste reduction, recycling, and sustainability practices. Feel free to reach out to us for more details or to book a session!
Events
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We service a wide range of events, including festivals, conferences, corporate gatherings, markets, fairs, expos and more. Whether it's a small local event or a large-scale festival, we provide tailored waste management solutions to meet your needs.
Explore Events
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Yes, we have worked with events of up to 100,000+ attendees! We have the experience and resources to handle events of any size, from small community events to large-scale festivals, concerts, and conferences.
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We can work with you to provide sustainability communications before your event to ensure your attendees are well-informed on waste sorting. For some events, bin educators might be suitable, who can instruct your attendees on where to place their waste at bin stations. We provide clear signage in the form of bin hoods to guide sorting, and our team hand sorts any remaining waste afterwards.
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Waste is sorted, with recyclable materials being sent to appropriate recycling facilities, compostable materials processed, and reusable items donated or repurposed.
The specific facilities differ depending on your location, but we will provide you this information when you work with us.
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Yes, we offer detailed data and reporting on your event’s waste management performance. After your event, you will receive a comprehensive report that includes key metrics such as:
Total Waste Generated: A breakdown of the overall waste produced at your event.
Waste Diversion Rates: The percentage of waste diverted from landfills through recycling, composting, or repurposing.
Recycling and Composting Breakdown: Specific details on how much of the waste was recycled or composted, helping you track progress on sustainability goals.
Waste Stream Analysis: A detailed overview of the different types of waste produced (e.g., organics, recyclables, general waste) and how each was managed.
Recommendations for Improvement: Suggestions on how to further reduce waste and improve waste management practices for future events.
This report helps you measure the environmental impact of your event, provides insights into areas for improvement, and allows you to share your sustainability efforts with stakeholders.
Business
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Yes, we help businesses with waste minimisation strategies and consultation to minimise their environmental footprint. Please see our Business Services.
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Yes, we work with corporate clients to create tailored waste minimisation strategies, both for events and ongoing business operations.
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Yes, we offer comprehensive waste audits for businesses! Check out Audits.
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Yes, we provide reporting and metrics on your waste reduction progress, tailored to the specific services you receive. Depending on the scope of your service, we offer different levels of reporting.