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"Architecture, engineering and construction employ 1.2 million people in
Australia and account for 9% of GDP. But our biggest services sector also
produces roughly 40% of landfill waste and accounts for 18.1% of Australia’s
carbon footprint. The sector must change its practices fast for Australia to
meet its commitments to cut emissions under the Paris Agreement.
A circular economic model can help solve the environmental challenges created
by our built environment – water, waste and power systems, transport
infrastructure and the buildings we live and work in. A circular economy
involves sharing, leasing, reusing, repairing, refurbishing and recycling
materials and products for as long as possible.
Circular economy principles have gained recognition from all levels of
government in Australia. But there’s a big gap between acknowledgement and
action. Progress towards systemic change has been very limited.
A new report by university and industry experts lays out a roadmap to a
circular economy. Those working in the sector reported the top three barriers
as: a lack of incentives, a lack of specific regulations, and a lack of
knowledge. The top three enablers were: research and development of enabling
technologies, education of stakeholders, and evidence of the circular economy’s
added value."
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*** Xanni ***
