About Ecologiq

Ecologiq is helping drive greener infrastructure outcomes across Victoria by supporting the use of recycled and reused materials alongside broader circular economy, decarbonisation and climate resilience initiatives.

The aim of this Victorian Government initiative is to embed circular, low-carbon and climate resilient approaches across infrastructure planning, design and delivery, helping projects reduce waste, lower emissions and improve long-term resilience.

Ecologiq was established at a pivotal time, following the Council of Australian Governments' move in 2020 to ban the export of waste plastic, paper, tyres and glass. Building on its strong foundations in recycled and reused materials, the program has evolved to support a broader range of greener outcomes across Victoria's infrastructure sector.

Objectives

• contribute to a Victorian circular economy by increasing the use of Victorian recycled and reused materials, and reducing waste in infrastructure construction
• drive emissions reduction and decarbonisation across infrastructure delivery in line with the Climate Change Act and Victoria’s net zero by 2045 ambitions
• support the planning, design and delivery of infrastructure that is resilient to a changing climate and future environmental conditions
• foster a vibrant and sustainable Victorian market for recycled, reused and low carbon materials in infrastructure construction
• promote resource-efficient and sustainable infrastructure outcomes through the reduction, reuse and recycling of materials, without compromising safety, quality or project performance.

Key action areas

Ecologiq achieves this vision and objectives through our work to:

• embed circular economy, decarbonisation and climate resilience into Victorian infrastructure delivery
• improve the systems and processes that support greener infrastructure outcomes
• pursue market development opportunities for innovative materials and technologies
• build capability and confidence across the sector.

For more information about Ecologiq or to connect with the team, contact us at ecologiq@vida.vic.gov.au.