1. We’re getting really trashy, and everyone is watching
14 January 2024 • qathetliving.ca
What was once a toxic landfill with a notorious incinerator in the middle will re-open as the Resource Recovery Centre this summer, pictured here under construction. Even though it hasn’t opened yet, the qathet Regional District project has already received an award from the Union of BC Municipalities – Excellence in Asset Management, 2021. Just up from Willingdon Beach, the site will facilitate a one stop for recycling, organics and waste collection and diversion, helping to bring our region closer to our goal of Zero Waste as outlined in our Solid Waste Management Plan. The 6.4 acre project includes a reuse and recycling building, scale house, education and workshop area, site office, waste diversion outlet and enclosed transfer station for residual solid waste and organics. In addition, eight acres of remediated land adjoining the RRC will be returned to public use as greenspace, active transportation corridor, and overflow parking near Willingdon beach. It’s not the only good news garbage story. By March 31, the City of Powell River will start collecting compost (organics) from all homes – building on a pilot project that has been delivering the service to part of the City for years.
