January 10, 2025A Container Deposit Scheme (CDS) has rolled out across Northern Hospital Epping. Collections bins have been placed in key locations across the hospital for staff and patients to deposit CDS recyclables into the bins, including items that staff may wish to bring from home.
Recyclable items including drink cans, bottles and cartons can be placed in the bins, with all proceeds raised going directly to the Northern Health Foundation to support investment in research, innovation and medical equipment for the northern community.
“The Container Deposit Scheme is an initiative ISS is introducing to Northern Health in partnership with Return-It. This program focuses on collecting eligible containers, with all proceeds donated to the Northern Health Foundation. This marks the second healthcare site in Victoria where ISS has rolled out this initiative, reflecting our commitment to sustainability and supporting the community,” said Saj Amerasinghe, ISS Key Account Manager.
“The CDS initiative significantly contributes to environmental sustainability by reducing waste to landfill, lowering greenhouse gas emissions and decreasing the overall carbon footprint of our operations.”
“This initiative highlights the strong partnership between ISS and Northern Health, blending environmental sustainability with community support. By donating proceeds to the Northern Health Foundation, we are not only enhancing our sustainability efforts but also giving back to the community we serve.”
Rick Garotti, Deputy Chief Financial Officer, said the CDS initiative was an easy way for staff and patients to support the Northern Health Foundation and the environment.
“We are delighted to partner with ISS to roll-out the CDS collection service across Northern Health commencing with Northern Hospital Epping. All proceeds raised will go directly to the Northern Health Foundation. This is an easy way for staff and our patients to support the Foundation and our environment – every bottle deposited into a CDS container rather than a general bin reduces our landfill.”
There are plans to expand the CDS initiative to additional Northern Health sites by March 2025.
Featured image: Rick Garotti, Deputy Chief Financial Officer, Pina Di Donato, Executive Director Public Affairs and Foundation and Saj Amerasinghe, ISS Key Account Manager.
