Circular Economy Precinct
We have a bold vision for a truly circular Mornington Peninsula.
Support our campaign for a collaborative community
Circular Economy Precinct.
What is a Circular Precinct?
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A collaborative community space which uses Circular Economy frameworks to reduce, reuse and recycle.
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Implemented by key stakeholders including government, business and industry, university and research institutions and community groups to share infrastructure and resources.
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Advancing the Circular Economy by recirculating resources to address global challenges like climate change, biodiversity loss, waste and pollution.
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Share ways to reduce including zero waste, plastic-free, and carbon neutral initiatives. Design out waste by using less, using longer and using again.
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Share ways to reuse including buy second-hand, hire and repair programs. Reuse existing assets and materials to reduce the need for new resources.
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Share ways to recycle and maximise materials circularity including easier disassembly and separation, efficient waste sorting systems and education resources.
How to Develop a Circular Precinct?
*Adapted from Circular Australia’s Four steps to place-based circular economy in Australia Circular Precincts Guide
Step 1: Engage & Explore
Understand people and place
Co-create the vision & guiding principles
Build networks, capacity & trust
Step 2: Design & Deliver
Circular design strategies
Procurement processes
Innovative construction approaches
Integrated approach to utilities
Digital-enable infrastructure
Step 3: Attract & Activate
Build a different business case
Establish fit-for-purpose governance
Attract finance
Attract and on-board users
Step 4: Monitor & Manage
Develop a baseline
Set a performance framework
Manage data and analytics
Monitor progress towards precinct vision
Maintain momentum
Commit to continuous improvement
Leverage Storytelling