Circular Australia’s case studies showcase practical, on-the-ground solutions turning circular economy principles into measurable results. From pioneering product reuse programs to large-scale infrastructure reforms, these stories highlight the creativity, collaboration, and impact of businesses, governments, and communities working to eliminate waste, keep materials in use, and regenerate natural systems. Each example offers insights, lessons, and inspiration for accelerating the shift to a sustainable, resilient Australian economy.
Replacing Plastic Packaging & Hangers in Retail, Small Changes make a Huge Difference.
FTD Circular partnered with Project One Group to explore how…
Fitout Material Bank: Case Study & White Paper
FTD Circular partnered with Project One Group to explore how…
Circular Economy Case Study: Stockland Retail De-Fit
Over six days, their retail de-fit project achieved 100% waste-to-diversion…
Circular Economy Case Study: City of Casey Pilot
Through reuse, donation and recycling, 90% of all fixtures and…
Reviving reuse: reducing single use plastic with reusable container systems
Each year, Australians throw away one million tonnes of single-use…
Bringing Organics Back to the Land: co-creating the circular value chain
Innovative waste economies hinge on understanding how various types of…
Beds of the Future: pathways to sustainable bedding
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Leyla Acaroglu: Why the Circular Economy Needs Systems Thinking
Therefore, to adopt an expansive and systems mindset is instrumental…
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