In this episode, Sustainable Salons takes centre stage as a transformative force in the hair and beauty industry. Operating on a subscription-based membership model, the program diverts an impressive 95% of salon waste from landfill, amounting to over 1.7 million kilos to date. The initiative facilitates easy implementation of sustainable practices in salons of all sizes, providing collection bins and ensuring responsible disposal of plastics, metals, hair clippings, paper, chemicals and more.

Salon owners Natalie from Hair by I and Amy from Eltham Cosmetic Clinic share their personal experiences, motivations, challenges and the positive impact of transitioning to the Sustainable Salons program. The podcast sheds light on customer responses, financial considerations and future sustainability goals, providing valuable tips for businesses aspiring to become more environmentally conscious.

Begin your business sustainability journey today by exploring the range of resources available at nillumbik.vic.gov.au/business-sustainability.

Find out more:
Conduct a business waste audit, access Council’s A-Z Recycling guide and learn about other waste reduction programs available to business.

In this episode, <a href="https://sustainablesalons.org/" aria-describedby="new-window-0">Sustainable Salons</a> takes centre stage as a transformative force in the hair and beauty industry. Operating on a subscription-based membership model, the program diverts an impressive 95% of salon waste from landfill, amounting to over 1.7 million kilos to date. The initiative facilitates easy implementation of sustainable practices in salons of all sizes, providing collection bins and ensuring responsible disposal of plastics, metals, hair clippings, paper, chemicals and more.
Salon owners Natalie from <a href="https://www.hairbyi.com.au/" aria-describedby="new-window-0">Hair by I</a> and Amy from <a href="https://www.elthamcosmeticclinic.com.au/" aria-describedby="new-window-0">Eltham Cosmetic Clinic</a> share their personal experiences, motivations, challenges and the positive impact of transitioning to the Sustainable Salons program. The podcast sheds light on customer responses, financial considerations and future sustainability goals, providing valuable tips for businesses aspiring to become more environmentally conscious.
Begin your business sustainability journey today by exploring the range of resources available at <a href="https://www.nillumbik.vic.gov.au/Business/Sustainability-for-business">nillumbik.vic.gov.au/business-sustainability</a>.
Find out more:
<ul>
<li>Conduct a <a href="https://business.gov.au/environmental-management/manage-business-waste">business waste audit</a>, access Council’s <a href="https://www.nillumbik.vic.gov.au/Residents/Waste-and-recycling/A-to-Z-of-waste-disposal">A-Z Recycling guide</a> and learn <a href="https://www.nillumbik.vic.gov.au/Business/Sustainability-for-business/Recycling-and-waste-reduction">about other waste reduction programs</a> available to business.</li>
</ul>

“As a Green Wedge Shire, Nillumbik Shire Council is acutely aware of the multiple threats facing all communities and ecosystems as a result of climate change. This requires urgent action by all levels of government, including local government. Council has declared a Climate Emergency, commits to a climate emergency response, and is proactively integrating climate change mitigation and adaptation into Council actions.”*

Welcome to the latest instalment of "Your Business is our Business - Sustainability Edition," where we explore the proactive steps Nillumbik businesses can take to champion climate change mitigation. While we focus on key business sectors within the Shire, the principles we discuss are versatile and can be applied to most business types.

Embracing sustainable resources and implementing innovative recycling and waste reduction measures isn't just about environmental stewardship; it's a strategic move that can enhance both the profitability and reputation of your business.

Your Business is our Business is hosted by small business advocate Karyn Harte of The Buzz.

*Nillumbik Shire Council Climate Action Plan 2022-2032

“As a Green Wedge Shire, Nillumbik Shire Council is acutely aware of the multiple threats facing all communities and ecosystems as a result of climate change. This requires urgent action by all levels of government, including local government. Council has declared a Climate Emergency, commits to a climate emergency response, and is proactively integrating climate change mitigation and adaptation into Council actions.”*
Welcome to the latest instalment of "Your Business is our Business - Sustainability Edition," where we explore the proactive steps Nillumbik businesses can take to champion climate change mitigation. While we focus on key business sectors within the Shire, the principles we discuss are versatile and can be applied to most business types.
Embracing sustainable resources and implementing innovative recycling and waste reduction measures isn't just about environmental stewardship; it's a strategic move that can enhance both the profitability and reputation of your business.
Your Business is our Business is hosted by small business advocate Karyn Harte of <a href="https://www.beeskneesmarketing.com.au/category/podcasts/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.beeskneesmarketing.com.au/category/podcasts/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1708214412126000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1FE7A85VVHuuInm1vcaFfe">The Buzz.</a>
*<a href="https://www.nillumbik.vic.gov.au/Explore/Climate-and-sustainability/Climate-action" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.nillumbik.vic.gov.au/Explore/Climate-and-sustainability/Climate-action&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1708214412126000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0emnlZETmlvxoII9NYpuse">Nillumbik Shire Council Climate Action Plan 2022-2032</a>

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