Recycling & Waste
The origin of our business is the diversion of waste from landfill, extracting its maximum value and ensuring that it is never wasted.
We are pioneers of energy recovery in Australasia, built on the belief that developing alternatives to fossil fuel usage is integral to maintaining a sustainable environment. Our focus on alternative energy plays a vital role in addressing challenges of sustainable waste management, as well as supporting a reduction in the use of fossil fuels.
As an international leader in resource recovery and alternative fuels, ResourceCo manufactures Process Engineered Fuel (PEF) as a finished product, from select dry non-recyclable material and not from municipal waste. This fuel offers a viable alternative to fossil fuels, including coal, supporting responsible use of residual waste to decarbonise high energy consuming industries.
ResourceCo also produces Tyre Derived Fuel (TDF) as a finished product, repurposing used tyres and conveyor belts for use in sophisticated, high-energy manufacturing environments and power plants. TDF, made from end of life tyres. has a high energy value (BTU) and lower greenhouse gas emissions than many other fuels, thereby offering industries an innovative way to decarbonise their energy consumption.
Process Engineered Fuel
PEF is a ready-to-use alternative fuel source, generated from select dry commercial, industrial, mixed construction and demolition materials. It is considered a sustainable option for electricity generation and heating across pulp and paper mills, cement kilns, and other industrial facilities.
PEF’s ability to harness the energy value of material that would otherwise be sent as waste to landfill is unrivalled. It addresses the pressing global need to divert waste from landfill and increase the beneficial use of otherwise unrecyclable materials.
ResourceCo’s PEF plants produce a product that has a lower emissions profile and displaces millions of tonnes of fossil fuels at a lower price point, as well as abating hundreds of thousands of tonnes of CO2. Our fuels are developed to meet both EPA and customer testing requirements.
ResourceCo services well-established markets for high energy users in both Australia and South-East Asia, where PEF is consumed for energy production in cement kilns without generating residues.
The fuel supports consistent combustion and energy output for power generation and industrial boilers.
ResourceCo’s PEF is fully compliant with the requirements of the Australian Government’s Clean Energy Regulator under the Emissions Reduction Fund and satisfies import regulations of our overseas markets, including Malaysia, Singapore and the Philippines.
Our fuels are produced using proven energy generating technologies to meet the standards of most countries globally.
Depending on customer needs, our PEF product is manufactured at four different locations across Australasia. More information on each operation can be downloaded below.
The fuels produced offer a high energy value, making them suitable for electric utilities seeking to diversify their energy mix.
Energy infrastructure
As the Australian leader in alternative fuels made from recovered resources, ResourceCo can provide a lower-cost, renewable, long-term energy solution for Australian manufacturing and high-energy users.
These fuels, which include TDF and PEF, are suitable for use in industrial combustion systems, paper mills, and other facilities where renewables are becoming more important in the energy mix.
Whether replacing gas, coal or electricity, there are proven technologies available today to use ResourceCo fuels to reduce energy costs for Australian businesses.
Incorporating these alternative fuels into operations reduces dependence on fossil fuels and contributes to lower greenhouse gas emissions.Under long-term agreements, ResourceCo can partner with large energy users to install alternative energy infrastructure within their operations to provide lower-cost, renewable heat or electricity.
ResourceCo funds, builds, owns and operates the energy plant, taking this risk and capital cost away from the user.
Alternatively, ResourceCo can provide the fuel only under a long-term agreement should the energy user wish to own the energy plant.
This model enables access to sustainable technologies without the upfront investment, helping drive the transition to cleaner energy and reducing reliance on traditional fuel sources.
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FAQs
How does ResourceCo’s energy recovery help the environment?
ResourceCo’s energy recovery solutions divert waste from landfill, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and promote responsible use of non-recyclable materials. By turning waste into alternative fuels like PEF and TDF, we support climate change mitigation while providing a viable alternative to traditional energy sources for industries seeking lower environmental impact.
Which industries benefit from using PEF and TDF?
Industries such as cement manufacturing, pulp and paper mills, power generation, and other industrial facilities benefit from using PEF and TDF. These fuels serve as effective substitutes for coal and gas, helping reduce costs and environmental impact while supporting renewable energy technologies and more sustainable electricity generation.
What makes PEF and TDF a viable alternative to coal or gas?
PEF and TDF are viable alternatives to fossil fuels due to their high heat and energy value, cost-efficiency, and significantly lower greenhouse gas emissions. They support a shift away from fossil fuels in favour of a fuels that can power industrial boilers, cement kilns, and electric utilities while meeting environmental compliance and EPA testing standards.
Can PEF and TDF be used to generate electricity?
Yes. Both PEF and TDF can be used to generate electricity and thermal energy in industrial boilers, cement kilns, and other energy-intensive facilities. Their high heat value makes them an effective fuel for consistent power output, helping replace coal and support the growth of renewable energy sources in Australia’s energy mix.
What we do
Tyre Recycling
ResourceCo’s tyre recycling business Tyrecycle delivers sustainable outcomes for end-of-life tyres otherwise destined for landfill. By recycling tyres, we reduce environmental impact landfilling, alongside reducing the consumption of virgin material, including fossil fuels. Tyrecycle is committed to enabling and promoting circular solutions across the tyre and recycling sector in Australia, offering an integrated collection and recycling service for end-of-life tyres.
As Australia’s largest and only national end-of-life tyre collector and recycler, Tyrecycle is an integral part of the ResourceCo Group, a pioneer and industry leader in resource recovery throughout Australia and in Asia. We provide a complete tyre collection and disposal service for waste tyres, scrap tyres, and used tyres from a wide range of industries, including auto brands, car manufacturers, and heavy vehicle fleets.
Our plants are equipped with advanced rubber re-manufacturing capabilities; proudly we collect in the order of 20 million tyres per annum with a recycling rate of 99%. The tyres we recycle come from a range of vehicles, including motorbikes tyres, cars, four-wheel drives, busses, tractors and trucks (including Australia’s largest mining truck tyres).
The 99% recovery rate is a result of our commitment to maximising the potential of every tyre, strenuous R&D and a continuous improvement program across our operations. Our goal is to recycle tyres into high-value materials for use in civil engineering, manufacturing, and new industries, supporting sustainability targets.
Operating for over 30 years, Tyrecycle has established an unrivalled material traceability and chain of custody service as we work closely with our feedstock partners to provide the peace of mind that their ‘waste’ isn’t being wasted. We promote responsible practices across the lifecycle of tyres—from collection to processing and reuse.
