Circular Economy News
Driving a circular future
Victoria is leading the way. In 2020, the Victorian Government released its first circular economy policy. The 10-year plan for a cleaner, greener Victoria prioritises investment in the waste and recycling systems that are needed to build a sustainable and thriving circular economy, leading to more jobs and less waste and pollution. With the policy […]
A circular economy can a pathway to a low carbon future
Amid the rising tide of environmental crises, Australia stands at a crossroads. Our collective future on the planet, our ecosystems’ health, and our businesses’ prosperity hang in the balance. It’s time to recognise that a circular economy isn’t just an idealistic dream; it’s the pragmatic pathway to a sustainable and profitable future. The Climate Council […]
Measuring Circularity: Paving the Way Towards Meaningful Action
The Importance of Measuring Circularity By assessing our circularity, we can identify the disparities between where we are now and where we need to be to create a world that is both ecologically stable and socially inclusive. Measuring circularity is crucial in our pursuit of a more regenerative future. It provides us with a clear […]
ReSource: Revolutionizing Circularity in E-Waste Recycling
As we embark on a journey toward a more sustainable future, innovative solutions are essential. Enter ReSource, a trailblazer in the e-waste recycling industry headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. ReSource has been working relentlessly to transform the way we handle e-waste and to support circularity in the electronics industry. E-Waste: A Looming Crisis E-waste poses multifaceted […]
Food waste’s role in the transition to a circular economy
Some people say that a circular economy is a mindset – in fact, it’s a paradigm shift in how we think about what we produce and consume every day. As a community this means consuming with consideration, understanding the impact of our consumption, and maximising the utilisation of materials and resources used in our products, […]
Relations with nature – a conundrum in manufacturing
Extinction of species, loss of habitats and years of neglect have compounded. The taking of natural resources for the means of production and a continuing devaluation of nature where a lack of product stewardship still sees spent materials at the end of life further polluting the environment. It cannot be ignored. We as humans are […]
BINGO receives approval for Recycling Water Treatment Plant
“The project will change the Construction & Demolition (C&D) recycling landscape in NSW through diversion of waste soils from landfill,” said Brad Searle, acting Chief Growth Officer at BINGO. “The Patons Lane Recycling Water Treatment Plant will see BINGO improve the quality of recovered soils, sands and aggregates through washing. This will further increase our […]
Investing in circular solutions
SV’s investment of $7.6 million in 23 circular businesses and 11 innovation projects is laying the foundation for systemic change that targets the root causes of our waste problems. By 2030, these programs are projected to boost Victoria’s waste processing capacity by over 1 million tonnes and cut waste generation by over 600,000 tonnes each […]
The Coles R³ Packaging Framework in action
As a leading Australian retailer, with approximately 1,800 retail outlets nationally, Coles welcomes millions of customers through our store network and digital platforms every week. Our priority is to provide leading food, drink and home solutions that are delicious and healthy for our customers and incorporate sustainable solutions. The packaging of these products, including plastic […]
Make the Switch with McFarlane Medical
McFarlane’s goal it is to help their Australian community live the healthiest, fullest lives possible through accessing the highest quality healthcare products and services benchmarked against the highest international medical and research professional standards. McFarlane’s key focus is to facilitate the supply of goods and services to the Australian market on best value terms. This […]