National Plastics Plan

The National Plastic Plan outlines our approach to increase plastic recycling, find alternatives to unnecessary plastics and reduce the impact of plastic on the environment.

Our actions

We are taking action on five fronts.

Prevention

We are working with industry to phase-out particularly problematic plastic materials.

See how we are addressing plastic at its source.

Recycling

We have introduced new laws to ensure Australia takes responsibility for its plastic waste.

We are making unprecedented investments to turbo-charge Australia’s plastic recycling capacity.

See how we are taking responsibility for our plastics.

Consumer education

We are focusing on community education to help consumers make informed decisions and recycle right.

See how we are helping consumers.

Our oceans and waterways

We are removing plastic pollution and reducing the plastic litter and microplastics leaking into the ocean.

See how we are protecting our oceans and waterways.

Research

We are investing in research to make Australia a global leader in plastic recycling technology.

See how we are using new technologies and data.