Ending Plastic Waste
Plastic pollution along Australian coastlines decreases by 39 per cent
Research across six metropolitan regions in Australia shows a significant decrease in plastic waste. Despite this, polystyrene and cigarette butts are some of the most found items in the environment.
The role of microalgae as a bioplastic feedstock
The challenge More than 99 per cent of commercially available plastics are produced from fossil fuels, underscoring the need for […]
State of bioplastics in Australia report
The State of bioplastics in Australia report aims to increase understanding of bioplastics and their credentials for sustainable waste management.
State of Bioplastics in Australia report
CSIRO's State of bioplastics in Australia report aims to better understand bioplastic materials and their integration in Australia’s waste stream
Ending Plastic Waste Symposium 2024 highlights
Check out the event video capturing activities from the Ending Plastic Waste Symposium.
Applying behavioural science to mismanaged waste and plastic pollution
Behavioural changes to plastic use need to be supported by changing the 'norm.' The challenge Every day, about 2,000 garbage […]
Harnessing insect-derived enzymes for plastics bioremediation
G. mellonella larva feeding on plastic (https://www.nbcnews.com/science/environment/plastic-pollution-may-met-match-saliva-wax-worms-rcna50838). The challenge Plastics are used in packaging materials, textiles and construction because of […]
Launch of the Bioplastics Innovation Hub
Together with Murdoch University, we have launched The Bioplastics Innovation Hub, an $8 million collaboration that will work with industry partners to develop a new generation of 100 per cent compostable plastic.
Bioplastics Innovation Hub
Together with Murdoch University, we have launched the Bioplastics Innovation Hub, an $8 million collaboration that will work with industry partners to develop a new generation of 100 per cent compostable plastic.
Show us your ugly mug, and win!
Kick the habit of single-use plastics by donning your best ‘ugly mug’ for your daily brew this Plastic Free July and you could win!