Can PRNZ recover it? Yes. PRNZ accepts HDPE pipe, conduit, and culverts for recycling.
Why? HDPE is a durable plastic commonly used in water, irrigation, drainage and infrastructure projects. Recycling helps keep valuable plastic in circulation and out of landfill.
How should I prepare it for recycling?
What happens next? The material is processed and recycled into new plastic products used throughout New Zealand.
Top Tip - If the pipe is heavily contaminated with soil, concrete or other materials, clean it first to improve recycling outcomes.