Tasmanian circular economy examples

UNDERSTANDING FRESH PRODUCE FOOD LOSS

Understanding fresh produce food loss

TasFood Cluster

In July 2019 at the Food Innovation Hubs Tasmania forum, participants identified the need to determine the level of on-farm and processing losses in the horticultural sector in Tasmania. The Tasmanian Food Cluster was formed and took carriage of the research. Learn more about the findings of this research and next steps underway.

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Local Food Procurement

Eat Well Tasmania

Building greater resilience in our local food economy means supporting businesses and encouraging greater diversity. Learn more about Eat Well Tasmania’s local procurement strategy.

A PLAN TO RECOVER, BUILD RESILIENCE, AND REINVENT OURSELVES

A plan to recover, build resilience, and reinvent ourselves

Local Government Association Tasmania

Tasmania’s recovery will not mean a return to pre COVID-19 normal, it will be a journey from this place to a new one which will be defined by a combination of how society adapts and what choices we make in the transition. to recover, build resilience, and reinvent ourselves through the circular economy.

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Circular Economy Huon

We are volunteers in the Huon Valley who work together with the community, business and government to make better use of our resources, minimise waste and create a happier, stronger, more sustainable economy.

Our group aims to build a collaborative network that makes better use of our resources, minimises waste and fosters regenerative systems which support the community, government to reduce GHG emissions and promote energy efficiency.

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Northern Tasmania marketplace

Northern Tasmanian businesses and councils are now able to divert tonnes of waste product from landfill the digital platform ASPIRE. This platform works on circular economy principles and connects producers of waste with those who can reuse, repair, remake and recycle the products.

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Loaves and Fishes

Loaves & Fishes Tasmania rescues surplus food that would otherwise go to waste, ensuring Tasmanians who go without have access to fresh, nutritious produce and ready to eat meals.

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Regenerative Agriculture Network Tasmania

Regenerative agriculture practices restore landscape function, increase nutrient and water cycling and sequester carbon in the soil. These practices increase biodiversity, productivity and are profitable and low risk while being personally sustainable for farmers and their communities. 

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Mornington Park Waste Transfer Station

Based at Mornington in Southern Tasmania, Mornington Park Waste Transfer Station is active in waste management and resource recovery. Many materials are diverted from landfill through their Second Chance Reuse Shop and Building Yard.

For items that cannot be repurposed or reused on site, MPWTS works with a number of respected industry partners to maximize the recovery of useful materials.

If you would like to promote your circular economy collaboration, project, or network, please contact us. Our aim is not to endorse products or services, but provide you with the opportunity to learn more about what is happening in Tasmania.