Australia’s Transition To Circular Economy Report Incorporates Monash University Recommendations

The federal government has launched its final report by the Circular Economy Ministerial Advisory Group (CEMAG) which included the roadmap set by Monash University.

Study in Australia: Monash University has said that it welcomes the Australian government's circular economy transition progress. According to the university, the federal government has adopted and agreed to implement the expert recommendations provided by the university.

Circular Economy Ministerial Advisory Group (CEMAG) has released its final report on the challenges and opportunities of Australia’s transition to a more circular economy. The government has released its final report which included 12 supporting sector-specific recommendations and 14 core recommendations.

While responding to the government's inquiry into the Circular Economy, the university in November had submitted a road map. Now, the government's final report has reflected the university's recommendations.

Monash University On Australia's Circular Economy: More Details

CEMAG is chaired by Professor John Thwaites AM, who also chairs Monash University’s Climateworks Centre and Monash Sustainable Development Institute (MSDI).

“The government has adopted our first recommendation for a new circular economy policy framework for Australia, which has benefited from contributions from MSDI and Monash Business School. The new framework sets targets for Australia by 2035 to double circularity, shrink per capita material footprint by 10 per cent, lift material productivity by 30 per cent and safely recover 80 per cent of our resources," Professor Thwaites said.

Martin Geissdoerfer, Director of Monash’s new Circular Economy Labs and Associate Professor for Circular Economy Transitions at Monash Sustainable Development Institute commented, “The time for bold action is now, and we’re pleased to see the government making positive steps in the right direction. The transition to a circular economy could reduce global greenhouse gas emissions by 39 per cent by 2050, create six million jobs, and boost GDP by $210 billion. But we need to massively scale up to realise that potential.”

STEM Superstars Of Monash Shine In National Recognition

Krystal De Napoli, a Kamilaroi astrophysicist, Dr Simone Li distinguished researcher at Monash University, and Associate Professor Phoebe Toups Dugas were recognized for their work related to STEM by being named as the Superstars Of Stem which is a government initiative.

"These three Monash University researchers are not only pushing the boundaries of their respective fields but also paving the way for a more inclusive and innovative STEM landscape in Australia. Their recognition as Superstars of STEM underscores Monash University’s dedication to fostering world-class talent and driving impactful research," reads Monash University's statement.

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