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What is an inquiry?

  • Why the inquiry?
  • Call for submissions
  • Interim report
  • Final report

What we’ve been asked to look at

Inquiry commenced 23 / 08 / 2024

In this inquiry, the Commission (PC) examines Australia’s opportunities in the circular economy to improve materials productivity and efficiency in ways that benefit the economy and the environment. Our inquiry will identify priority circular economy opportunities and advise on how best to measure progress and address barriers.

In undertaking the inquiry, the PC aims to both contribute to the evidence base for policymaking about Australia’s circular economy transition and to provide practical policy advice for Australian governments.

Read the Terms of Reference Media release

Call for submissions and initial submissions

Issued 16 / 09 / 2024

The Commission (PC) has issued a call for submissions to guide people in preparing a submission. It sets out some of the issues and questions the PC has identified as relevant at this early stage of the inquiry. Participants should provide evidence to support their views, including data and specific examples where possible.

Initial submissions are due by Friday 1 November 2024.

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Interim report release

The Commission (PC) will seek further information and feedback following the expected release of an interim report in February 2025.

Final report to Government and release

The final inquiry report is to be handed to the Australian Government in August 2025.

The release of the final report by the Government is the final step in the process.

Under the Productivity Commission Act 1998, the Government is required to table the report in each House of the Parliament within 25 sitting days of receipt.

Next milestone

Initial submissions due by Friday 1 November 2024

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Who are the Commissioners?

Joanne Chong
Commissioner
Alison Roberts
Commissioner

Who to contact

Leanne Schuck
Ph: 02 6240 3277

Email: circular.economy@pc.gov.au

Free call: 1800 020 083

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