Beyond the Bin: How Climate Action Schools is Building Australia's Circular Future, One School at a Time

Australia's new Circular Economy Framework is here, and it's a game-changer. It envisions a future where waste is a resource, value is kept in play, and our economy thrives in harmony with the planet. But how do we get there? At Climate Action Schools, we believe the journey starts in our schools, with our students.

Imagine a school where 75% of resources are diverted from landfill, where recycling is decontaminated, and organics are recovered daily. This isn't a dream; it's the reality in our partner schools, thanks to our unique program.

We're not just talking circular; we're doing circular.

Our Sustainability Skills Centres (SSC) are micro-circular economies in action. Students don't just learn about resource recovery; they run it. They apply industry-proven functional sustainability tools like 5S organization and Fishbone problem-solving to manage waste streams, turning them into valuable resources. This hands-on experience directly aligns with the Framework's call for advanced resource recovery and recycling and building systems thinking and circular economy skills from the ground up.

But it's more than just materials. Our program fosters behavioural change – a critical pillar of the national framework. Students become active participants, understanding their role in avoiding waste and choosing to reuse. This cultivates the "changemakers" Australia needs, driving demand for circular products and services.

We're also building the workforce for the future. Through industry connections and practical LEAN training, students are gaining capabilities prized by sectors like manufacturing and resource recovery – the very industries essential for scaling Australia's circular economy.

Climate Action Schools is a living blueprint for the Framework's success. We're demonstrating how local action, empowered by education and industry partnership, can create a truly circular future for people and planet, thriving together.

Ready to join Australia's circular economy journey? Learn more about Climate Action Schools and how your school or business can get involved.

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