Australia is entering a decisive phase in its sustainability journey. While the energy transition has dominated the climate change agenda, mounting challenges in resource use, waste, and biodiversity loss make it clear that a broader shift is required. This report, Integrating Circular Economy, Climate and Biodiversity, positions the circular economy as a central partner to the energy transition, advancing policies and strategies that reduce demand for virgin materials and energy while safeguarding ecosystems.

Building on the foundations already laid by Australian governments, the report argues that the next stage must go further than jobs and market incentives. It calls for resource sufficiency strategies, stronger integration of biodiversity priorities, and systems thinking that unites climate, nature, and circularity. With the release of Australia’s Circular Economy Framework setting ambitious targets, this report outlines six guiding principles to ensure Australia captures the full benefits of a circular economy while addressing climate and biodiversity goals together.