Circular economy and recycling

Reduce and manage your waste and recycling in the right way to lessen your impact on the environment and help Victoria transition to a circular, climate-resilient economy.

At home
Learn about the many ways to reduce, recycle and avoid waste at home or even avoid altogether.
In a business
Guidance on some of the best ways to avoid, reduce and recycle waste in your business.
For councils and other waste and recycling operators
Guidance for local waste and resource recovery operators.
For developers of residential, commercial and industrial buildings
Guidance for establishing and managing waste systems in larger buildings and facilities.
Product stewardship
Product stewardship information for materials made from recycled organics, concrete, tyres and PV panels.
Community circular economy guides
Get practical information and lessons for community-based sustainability initiatives, from the experiences of local community groups, social enterprises and other not-for-profits.