The zero waste strategy in Adelaide prioritizes optimum
recycling and zero landfill. Hence, the progress of waste management
systems in Adelaide is measured by the waste diversion rate.
This study aims to evaluate the usefulness of the ZWI as a waste
management performance tool and to analyse municipal solid
waste management performance in Adelaide by measuring
resource, energy and water conservation from waste. In addition
the study conducted an online survey of nineteen city councils in
metropolitan Adelaide to identify potential priority areas in waste
management strategies and possible future amendments. The
study also aims to recommend potential future waste management
strategies to help Adelaide’s councils achieve the city’s zero waste
goals.