The Tasmanian Government is investing to reduce waste, boost resource recovery and strengthen the State's transition to a circular economy.
Thirty infrastructure projects across Tasmania will share in more than $10 million through Round 3 of the High Priority Infrastructure Grants Program.
Minister for Environment and Climate Change, Guy Barnett, said the grants were helping businesses and local councils invest in infrastructure that delivers lasting environmental benefits while supporting local industries and jobs.
"Together, these projects are expected to divert more than 64,000 tonnes of material from landfill each year and build the infrastructure needed to support a stronger circular economy across Tasmania," Minister Barnett said.
"We're reinvesting the landfill levy into practical projects that reduce waste, recover valuable resources and create jobs for Tasmanians."
One of the successful projects is The Udder Way, which has been awarded $495,500 to establish Tasmania's first net-zero, closed-loop manufacturing and recycling facility for reusable dairy kegs in Perth.
"By replacing single-use packaging with durable, reusable dairy kegs, The Udder Way is helping reduce waste and keep valuable materials in circulation for longer," Minister Barnett said.
"When kegs reach the end of their useful life, the plastic will be recovered, recycled and remanufactured into new kegs and components, keeping materials in productive use and out of landfill.
"This is exactly the kind of innovation this program is designed to support.
"Our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania's Future is all about backing practical investments that reduce waste, support local jobs and industries, building a stronger and more sustainable Tasmania."
A full list of successful recipients is available at wrr.tas.gov.au/industry-support-programs/high-priority-infrastructure-grants-round-3
