"Buying recycled" is a common sense and strategic response to environmental and stakeholder concerns; the need to be resource efficient; and the quest for competitive advantage, differentiation in the market, and improved business results.

A commitment to "buying recycled" will deliver a range of environmental, social and economic benefits. At the macro level, "buying recycled" benefits Australia as follows:

• Conserves resources and energy, and reduces waste and pollution
• "Buying recycled" significantly reduces environmental impact through less use of virgin material, energy and water; and lower landfill, pollution and greenhouse gases

• Assists the economics of the recycling system
• "Buying recycled" strengthens markets for recyclables by driving demand for RCPs, and leads to economies of scale which will reduce prices

• Creates jobs and economic development opportunities
• Recycling serves as a catalyst for new enterprises and new markets - market development translates to economic development

Committing to "buying recycled" will benefit your business in the following ways:

• Demonstrates environmental leadership and enhances company reputation
• "Buying recycled" demonstrates to customers, staff and your community that you are committed to protecting the environment and operating sustainably

• Creates competitive advantage
• "Buying recycled" is a great way to forge and strengthen business and supply chain relationships, access market development opportunities, and leverage growing customer demand for greener products

• Builds communication and motivation amongst employees
• "Buying recycled" connects with and energises employees, builds internal relationships, and "wins" quickly create morale and momentum

• It is easy to do and good practice
• Companies can enjoy the benefits of "buying recycled" with minimum investment of time, money or resources

In addition to the general benefits of "buying recycled" outlined above, there are also a range of benefits specific to BRBA membership which have been outlined in "Benefits of Membership".

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