Choose Circular funding

The NSW Government is committed to using more recycled materials wherever possible.  

That’s why we’re implementing Choose Circular, a new program that aims to stimulate innovation and demand for recycled materials through NSW Government procurement. We want to make it easy for your agency to source and use recycled materials. To help you do this, Choose Circular is providing funding support of up to $3.6 million.

Expressions of interest (EOIs) are now open. We want to hear from you!  

Choose Circular funding

This funding opportunity is part of the broader Circular Innovation Fund initiative. It will help empower your teams and encourage the use of recycled materials.

Choose Circular funding can be used for a broad range of activities. Your team could develop action plans, conduct feasibility studies, develop specifications and more.

By increasing the use of recycled materials in everyday practice, your agency not only plays a crucial role in reducing waste but directly contributes to the goals outlined in the NSW Waste and Sustainable Materials Strategy (WaSM).

Benefits for your agency

Choose Circular funding could help your agency:

• meet NSW Government policy commitments, particularly the WaSM requirement to preference recycled content in agency purchasing  
• access tailored support and resources  
• deliver corporate sustainability strategy and net zero plan objectives
• boost environmental sustainability and social outcomes by encouraging sustainable behaviour.

Act now

Is your agency interested in increasing the use of recycled material through Choose Circular funding? Follow these steps.  

Step 1: Read our applicant information pack to find out how to submit expressions of interest for Choose Circular funding.

Step 2: Attend one of our information sessions to learn more about the process. Information sessions will be hosted on 13 November 2023 and 16 November 2023. Contact us if you have not received an invitation.

Step 3: To submit an EOI, complete this form and send back to us before 5 pm on 27 November 2023. We will review the EOI and contact you directly to discuss the opportunity.