The upcoming "Plastics and Circular Economy 2024 Australian Update" webinar, hosted by Society of Plastics Engineers SPE: A-NZ on 21-22 October, will focus on Australia's transition to a circular economy, with a particular emphasis on plastic management. The two-day event will bring together industry professionals, policymakers, and innovators to discuss the future of plastics in Australia.
Held online this year, the event will feature panel discussions and sessions on key topics such as Australia’s 2025-2030 targets for reducing plastic waste, updates on new policies, and advancements in mechanical and chemical recycling. It will also emphasise the role of design in promoting circularity, focusing on making products easier to reuse, repair, and recycle.
Reflecting on last year’s conference, Mike Ritchie, managing director at MRA Consulting Group, noted that “84 per cent of plastic is landfilled – because it is economically rational, not because it is sustainable or smart. Decision makers at this conference tackled the fundamentals for a better future for Australia.”
Keynote speakers will include national and global leaders in the industry, offering updates from the 2023 PCE Conference and showcasing innovations, effective policies, and technologies from both Australia and abroad. The event is expected to attract over 200 decision-makers and representatives from various regions.
Registration for the event is now open, providing attendees with a chance to stay informed and contribute to the ongoing efforts to reimagine plastics in a circular economy. For more information, click here.
