Kathy runs the company that hires people with barriers to employment. She's the heart of the EWMC and the heart of this film.

Shayla's relatively new to the team, and she's learning what it takes to work on the line.

Bud is a the retired chief engineer who helped dream up and implement the world-leading waste management centre.

Tyler is a waste sorter with a touch past, working to ensure his son has a better future.