Construction & Demolition Waste Management

The origin of our business is the diversion of waste from landfill, extracting its maximum value and ensuring that it is never wasted. Our goal is to recycle construction and demolition waste into valuable resources, reducing disposal costs and environmental impact.

ResourceCo collects and processes Construction and Demolition (C&D) waste materials across Australia, consisting of asphalt, concrete, bricks and rubble. This waste is then used to manufacture a range of recycled aggregates and recycled asphalt products. We help the construction industry dispose of demolition waste responsibly while supporting sustainable building practices.

Recycling C&D material conserves resources by extending the life of quarries and offering a full lifecycle of material/s from demolition through to resupply to site for construction carbon benefits. Recycled building materials support the environment by reducing the demand for new materials and energy-intensive quarrying processes.

Incoming raw materials

ResourceCo accepts material in the Construction and Demolition, Commercial and Industrial and Mixed Construction and Demolition waste streams. This material is sorted and the ferrous and non-ferrous metals, inert fractions (bricks, concrete etc) and non-recyclables are removed. This efficient construction material disposal process helps reduce landfill use while recovering reusable construction waste.

All salvaged metals are then shipped to specialist external companies for sorting and recycling. The inert fractions are recycled and resupplied to the civil construction market as an alternative to traditional quarried products.

Other waste streams accepted are asphalt, concrete and masonry, which are recycled into rubbles and road base materials, and Clean, Wet and Mixed Fill. Our facilities are equipped to handle various waste types, including C&D waste, helping builders and contractors dispose of material responsibly.

Outgoing finished products

ResourceCo manufactures a wide range of recycled pavement materials, aggregates, sands, bulk fills & asphalt products at various facilities. Source materials are crushed concrete, bricks and asphalt. Core products include:

BITUMATE™

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Pavement materials & aggregates

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Environmental Product Declarations & Green Star Certification Opportunities

Amongst changing markets, where environmental performance is increasing in importance, we’ve developed new tools to support your decision to use our sustainable products and services.

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FAQs

What types of construction waste does ResourceCo accept?

ResourceCo accepts a wide range of construction and demolition waste, including concrete, asphalt, bricks, rubble, masonry, and mixed fill. We also process ferrous and non-ferrous metals, which are sent to specialist recyclers. Our transfer facilities help builders and contractors dispose of waste responsibly while contributing to the recycling of valuable resources.

How is construction and demolition (C&D) waste processed?

C&D waste is sorted at our processing facilities to remove metals and non-recyclables. The remaining materials like concrete, bricks, and asphalt are crushed and re-used in manufacturing recycled products such as road base, aggregates, and fill. This method supports construction material disposal that reduces landfill use and lowers project costs.

What are the benefits of recycling construction waste?

Recycling construction waste conserves natural resources, reduces landfill pressure, and lowers the need for new building materials. It also decreases energy use and emissions associated with quarrying and production. ResourceCo’s process offers construction projects a more sustainable and cost-effective alternative to traditional material sourcing.

Are recycled materials suitable for construction projects?

Yes. Our recycled concrete, aggregates, sands, and asphalt products are engineered for quality and performance, making them ideal for use in civil and commercial construction. These materials are not only cost-effective but also carry Green Star certification opportunities for builders aiming to meet sustainability goals.

What is the environmental impact of not recycling C&D waste?

Sending demolition waste to landfill contributes to environmental degradation, increased energy use, and resource depletion. It also raises project disposal costs. Recycling helps reduce greenhouse emissions, preserves quarry life, and ensures the reuse of materials that would otherwise become rubbish.

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What we do

Energy

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.

Soil Reuse & Recycling

ResourceCo adds value to otherwise discarded materials by capturing and repurposing soils from significant infrastructure projects to create new bulk fill solutions.

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.

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