This consultation draft seeks public input on the proposed next stage of New South Wales' Plastics program and recommends ways to reduce single-use, unnecessary and problematic plastic items and materials.

Every year, over 300,000 tonnes of clothing is either sent to landfill or exported from Australia. The authors of this paper argue that banning the export of textiles waste, meaningful regulation, taxation and investing in Australia’s capacity to manufacture and recycle domestically, are better solutions for creating a circular economy for this industry.

Regulatory policy for recycled content in the composition of products and packaging can be a potential spur to secondary plastics markets. The aim of this paper is to inform the development of recycled content policies for plastic by analysing the design of instruments by early adopters.

The National battery strategy is a key part of the Albanese Government's 'Future Made in Australia' agenda. The strategy outlines how the Australian government will aim to support the domestic battery industry as it grows.

This report shares key insights and learnings from industry players across the plastics value chain, who have started to develop and implement circular solutions. It gathers case studies from across the globe developed by organisations of various sizes. By analysing existing solutions, this report aims to build confidence and provide relevant insights to industry stakeholders...