Victorian Circular Economy Recycling Modernisation Fund – Round 4: Information bulletin

Last updated: 1 August 2023
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Prior to 1 July 2022, this fund was named the Recycling Victoria Recycling Modernisation Fund.

Answers to questions we received at our information session and via phone and email are published on this page. We only publish answers to questions that are not already covered in the guidelines. We will update this page as we receive questions.

Information session

An online information session for the Victorian Circular Economy Recycling Modernisation Fund was held on 15 June 2023.

Recording

Presentation

Questions and answers

What is meant by mechanical decontamination of food and garden organics?

Mechanical decontamination of food and garden organics is using mechanical (equipment) rather than manual (labour) methods to remove contamination such as plastic, construction materials and metals.

Is e-waste included in this Fund?

Plastics from e-waste is eligible, however not those that contain brominated and flame-retardant plastics.

Are asphalt projects considered ineligible?

The recovery of asphalt is not a priority of this fund, therefore projects seeking funding for equipment to recover asphalt are not eligible.

Can a Registered Training Organisation (i.e. a TAFE) apply?

Eligible organisations include Australian businesses, state and local government, social enterprises and not-for-profit organisations. We suggest training organisations carefully read the guidelines to ensure any potential projects address both the Fund objectives (section 1.1) and Eligibility (section 2).

Can alpine resorts apply?

Yes. Alpine resorts are eligible for funding and may apply.

Can State government organisations apply?

Yes. State government organisations can apply.

Is primary sorting eligible for unsorted materials?

No. The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action has recently provided a funding opportunity for Materials Recovery Facilities through its Regional Recycling Fund. This funding is for eligible projects after initial sorting has been undertaken to support industry to meet quality standards required for either export (under the national regulations of waste exports) or local manufacturing.

Contact us

Monday to Friday, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Please note that we cannot review drafts or provide feedback.

In the email subject line, use the grant name: Victorian Circular Economy Recycling Modernisation Fund