
This tool helps planners and developers estimate the weekly waste generated by different property types, such as multi-unit developments, commercial food premises and non-food businesses. Enter property details and select a bin system (minimum 3-bin system for commercial, and 4-bin system for residential) to see projected weekly volumes per stream. For questions and feedback, contact resource.recovery@whittlesea.vic.gov.au.
Enter quantities of building types and select a bin system to see calculations.
Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimated waste volumes only based on the information entered and typical generation rates for different property types. Weekly figures are based on waste generation over a 7-day period. Where a premises operates fewer than 7 days per week, users will need to separately calculate the appropriate waste volumes based on the actual days of operation. The calculator is intended to give a general sense of weekly waste generation to support planning and waste management decisions. Actual volumes may vary depending on specific circumstances, and a comprehensive waste management plan should still be considered before making any final decisions.
Calculator developed with support from Sustainable Solutions Now.