ACT NOWaste's role is to implement the ACT Government's No Waste Strategy through effective programs that engage the community and encourage sustainable waste minimisation and management practices. ACT NOWaste facilitates and encourages the resource recovery industry to maximise the recovery and recycling of wastes in the ACT and surrounding region. Other responsibilities include provision of domestic garbage and recyclables collection services, sorting and reprocessing of recyclable materials, and management of waste acceptance and disposal facilities.