At Sydney Markets, we don't just talk about sustainability — we live it every day. As an integral part of Australia's horticultural supply chain, we recognise our responsibility to lead by example.
We've set the gold standard in waste management, achieving an impressive 70% recycling rate of all waste generated on-site. Our specialised Green Point collection facility handles around 13,000 tonnes of organic waste annually. This waste is diverted to local farmers to feed livestock, donated to food charities including Food Bank, Second Bite and OzHarvest, or transported to an anaerobic digester facility where it's converted into green energy and fertiliser.
With 8,594 solar panels installed at our Homebush facility, we operate on 11% renewable energy — equivalent to powering 1,300 houses. In terms of carbon savings, this is akin to taking approximately 2,500 cars off the road annually.
We actively share our best practices with other businesses, local councils and market operators. Our experience in source separation and responsible waste management has been shared with partners around Australia and internationally.
Our sustainability efforts have been recognised with numerous awards. By championing these initiatives, Sydney Markets is not just reducing its environmental impact but setting the benchmark for sustainability best practices in New South Wales.