Research reports
Research we have conducted or commissioned into the circular economy.
What works for collaboration in a circular economy?
Prepared by:
Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action, and Deloitte AustraliaÂ
Prepared for:
Businesses, non-for-profit organisations and researchers
First published:
December 2023
This report highlights the critical importance of collaboration in driving successful circular economy outcomes in Victoria.
The Path to Half
Prepared by:
Sustainability Victoria
Prepared for:
Sustainability Victoria
First published:
February 2021
Provides the first-ever Australian perspective on the true cost of food waste.
The Dairy Sector Food Waste Action Plan
Prepared by:
RM Consulting Group (RMCG) and Rawtec
Prepared for:
Dairy Australia, Sustainability Victoria, Stop Food Waste Australia (SFWA), and the Australia Dairy Products Federation
First published:
June 2023
This report addresses the issue of dairy being one of the top food waste sources.
Sustainable Tyre Disposal: Developing a Circular Economy Model for Regional Victoria
Prepared by:
Equilibrium
Prepared for:
Tyre Stewardship Australia and Sustainability Victoria
First published:
June 2022
This report provides comprehensive details on the research undertaken to justify the chosen trial locations to find solutions for end-of-life tyres (EOLTs) in regional Victoria.
Circular Economy Action Plan and Roadmap for Toys
Prepared by:
Equilibrium
Prepared for:
Australian Toy Associations and Sustainability Victoria
First published:
June 2022
The objective of this report was to develop a roadmap and action plan for the toy industry, with a specific focus on circular economy.
A pathway to a circular economy for the QV Centre
Prepared by:
Coreo
Prepared for:
QV Melbourne, Dexus and Sustainability Victoria
First published:
July 2022
This report serves as a valuable resource for understanding how a complex mixed-use precinct like QV can successfully transition to a circular economy model.
Sparking the Circular Economy in Melbourne's Manufacturing Industry
Prepared by:
Monash Business School, Monash University
Prepared for:
Sustainability Victoria and Monash Business School
First published:
13 January 2023
This report provides a comprehensive overview of the project's 3 phases, highlighting the key activities and outcomes achieved. It concludes with an overall assessment of the project's outcome.
From Almond Waste to Nutritional Fertiliser
Prepared by:
Select Harvests
Prepared for:
Select Harvests and Sustainability Victoria
First published:
February 2023
This report demonstrates a scalable and environmentally sustainable process.
Unlocking Clothing Circularity in Australia
Prepared by:
Sustainable Resource Use
Prepared for:
Kmart Australia and Sustainability Victoria
First published:
17 February 2023
This report outlines recommended actions to create a more circular clothing sector.
Towards developing a digital platform for a systemic shift to a circular economy: Progress report 2
Prepared by:
Swinburne University
Prepared for:
Victorian Circular Activator and Sustainability Victoria
First published:
31 August 2022
This report focuses on the barriers and opportunities associated with circular business practices and waste streams.
Mapping the circular economy ecosystem of Victoria
Prepared by:
RMIT University
Prepared for:
Sustainability Victoria and the Victorian Circular Activator
First published:
April 2022
A report capturing the work undertaken to date on the Victorian Circular Activator’s ecosystem mapping.
Towards developing a digital platform for a systemic shift to a circular economy: Progress report 1
Prepared by:
Swinburne University
Prepared for:
Victorian Circular Activator and Sustainability Victoria
First published:
29 March 2022
This report describes the development of a prototype Theories of Change (ToC) that draw on multiple theoretical frameworks and experiences of transformation towards a more circular, sustainable society.
Literature review: Valorisation options for stone fruit waste
Prepared by:
Monash University
Prepared for:
Sustainability Victoria and Cutri Fruit
First published:
January 2022
This literature review explores the composition of discarded fruit and fruit components and focuses on the use of recoverable bioactive compounds and higher end markets such as cosmetics and nutraceuticals.
How can we design out on-farm food waste?
Prepared by:
Open Food Network Australia
Prepared for:
Sustainability Victoria
First published:
November 2021
A research report on how we can design out on-farm food waste with insights into the opportunities whole crop purchasing presents for producers in Victoria.