A Waste Minimisation Club is a group of companies working together to reduce resources, waste and save money. Companies can be from either the same industrial sector (e.g. metal finishing) or from difference sectors (e.g. textile, food, chemical etc.) and in general, consist of between 7 and 15 companies. The companies, or club members, meet on a regular basis (generally bi-monthly) to exchange information and ideas on waste minimisation and to receive training in waste minimisation aspects.

A Waste Minimisation Club consists of:

• A Steering Group
• A Facilitator
• Club Members
• Project Champions
• Project Team

The Mandeni area and communities will also benefit in the following ways:

• Improved waste management at the participating companies thus reducing the impact on the wastewater treatment works and landfill site.
• An improved awareness within the local authorities and industries as to the importance of reducing waste at source.
• A reduction in the generation of pollution thus improving the local environment.
• The possibilities for job creation through waste management projects such as recycling drop-off or buy-back centres.