People weaving blue textiles by hand on a rug, surrounded by colorful yarn, fabric scraps, and weaving tools.

We are:
Ripple Projects

A living organisation dedicated to transforming cultures of waste. We design and deliver projects built around regeneration, education and local action.

Services

Stacks of branded white plates beside a commercial espresso machine at a rustic food-service stall.

● Services

Reuse Systems

We are a leading delivery provider of reuse systems in Australia.

We specialise in end-to-end delivery of intuitive reuse systems at events of all sizes, offering innovative solutions tailored to your market, festival, business or school. We also offer consulting, education and hire options - making reuse simple, scalable and cost-effective.

LEARN MORE ABOUT REUSE SYSTEMS
Our incredible camp care team at Beyond The Valley 2025/26, spreading the message to Party With The Planet, and take your tent home!

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Waste Education

Our waste education programs tackle waste bottlenecks at the source.

From specialised waste audits, to our trailblazing Camp Care program and beautifully designed Waste Signage and Bin Fairy systems - we specialise in behaviour change, landfill reduction and engaging educational programs.

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Event workers in blue vests assemble a large metal structure beside a trailer at an outdoor festival.

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Circular Resource Recovery

Diverting resources from landfill through specialised circular systems.

By exploring creative ways to recover, repurpose and redirect resources destined for landfill, we look beyond waste diversion to true regenerative outcomes.

Our current initiatives include:

  • Shuck Don’t Chuck: Recovering shellfish hospitality waste for reef restoration.

  • Good Intentions Camping: Salvaging, repairing and refurbishing abandoned and unwanted camping gear to (keep in circulation?)hire back out.

SHUCK DON'T CHUCK
GOOD INTENTIONS

Our Impact to date:

507,158kg

waste diverted from
landfill and oceans

568,000+

dishes washed &
single-use items
prevented​​​ from landfill

328,000+

conversations around
waste, circularity and connection to place

Our Story

11 years and counting.

Group of people posing outdoors in a field with forested mountains in the background

After eleven years operating as B-Alternative, our vision remains the same: that local action can ripple outward to create profound cultural and environmental change. Our rebrand to Ripple Projects is a natural evolution, representing a clarity of purpose and the beginning of a new chapter for the organisation.

Our journey began in 2015, evolving in response to a world grappling with environmental destruction and an escalating waste and plastics crisis. We knew then, as we know now, that plastic poses one of the greatest dangers to marine ecosystems, which consequently supports all life on earth. Since then, our work has evolved in directions we never could have imagined - led always by curiosity and an instinct for place-based, regenerative waste-reduction solutions. 

Today, Ripple Projects brings together a decade of experience in reuse systems, waste education, resource recovery, circularity, community engagement and regeneration. Our team are passionate environmental advocates and waste specialists, but we’re also artists, writers, educators, storytellers, designers and dreamers. We work across festivals, public spaces, businesses and local communities, delivering tailored programs for projects of any scale.

MEET OUR TEAM

Projects

Beyond our service offerings, we manage a number of evolving projects that support our vision of a world without waste.

The last day of 2025 annual regeneration program after we collected 2.1 tonnes of marine debris.

● Projects

Annual Regen Trip

Anticipating its 7th year in 2027, our annual regeneration trip is the cornerstone of our year. Close friends and partners join our team in remote Australia, regenerating landscapes, engaging in coastal clean ups, learning about ecosystems and dreaming up the future we believe in.

Our new warehouse space in Heidelberg West, which are dedicating as a space for changemakers and impact organisations to work and store equipment.

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(Re)Store

Late in 2026 we signed the lease to a brand new warehouse space in Heidelberg. We’re creating a community of purpose-led organisations, sharing space, resources and ideas. Follow along as we build a new impact hub in Melbourne’s North!

Shoppers buying fresh fruit from a vendor at an indoor market

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Melbourne Food Rescue Network

We are proud to support the Queen Victoria Market Food Rescue Network, in partnership with STREAT, City of Melbourne, the Victorian Government, SecondBite and local food relief providers. Surplus food is rescued and sorted on-site by our team and dedicated volunteers, before being distributed to those who need it most.

Indoor market café with a large potted tree, mug library display, and sign promoting reusable cups in Australia

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QVM Reuse Pilot

In 2025 we proudly delivered a three month Reuse Pilot at the Queen Victoria Market, in collaboration with STREAT and City of Melbourne. Over the three months, we replaced 40,325 single use items with reusables and diverted 1,987kgs of organic waste.

  • “The Ripple Projects team is passionate, engaged, and laser-focused on waste reduction—with real results to prove it! Their innovative approach empowers patrons to take responsibility for their waste, making a lasting impact. Plus, they’re a joy to work with! We look forward to partnering with them for years to come."

    — Grace Callahan, Event Manager, Lost Paradise Festival

  • “Ripple Project’s support has been invaluable—practical, professional, and empowering our community to confidently transition to zero-waste events.”

    — Jessica Cooper, Zero Waste Officer, Mornington Peninsula Shire

  • “Ripple Projects has transformed shell recycling into a powerful movement — delivering more than logistics. They educate, engage, and inspire.”

    — Andy Bossie, The Nature Conservancy

  • “Ripple Projects brings true sustainability to life. Professional, adaptable, and always a pleasure to work with on-site.”

    — Tara Medina, Director, Strawberry Fields

  • “Ripple Projects were legendary in helping us run a truly zero-waste One Planet Festival. As volunteers, we had no idea where to start, but their support before, during, and after made all the difference. They guided vendors, ensured we had the right resources, and proved that a waste-free event is possible. Their team was knowledgeable, fun, and dynamic—I can’t imagine running a festival without them!"

    — Jacqui, Event Organiser, One Planet Festival 

  • “True pioneers in waste reduction, turning sustainable ideas into real action. Their focus on regeneration and circular systems aligns perfectly with our mission to educate and reduce waste with real environmental impact."

    — Andrew Fillip-Gautier, Director, Halloween on the Green

  • “Ripple Projects demonstrate consistent and reliable service. The friendly team makes participation easy, and we’re proud our shells help restore reefs while reducing waste.”

    — Shaun Greaney, Stokehouse

  • “We're incredibly grateful to the team for their outstanding work. Their impact on reducing landfill waste, introducing organic waste streams, and seamlessly integrating into our operations has been invaluable. Their reusable crockery and cup system is a hit with our punters, reinforcing our commitment to best-in-class environmental outcomes. Their dedication makes running a festival easier and more enjoyable. ”

    — Cameron Wade, Director, Meadow Music Festival

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