Government grants are available for Australian businesses in the circular economy sector. Programs span federal and state governments, offering funding for growth, innovation, infrastructure and workforce development.
What these grants can fund
- Business expansion and capital investment
- Equipment and infrastructure upgrades
- Workforce training and skills development
- Technology adoption and innovation
- Export and market development
Common eligibility requirements
- Registered Australian business with a valid ABN
- Must be operating in the relevant sector
- Matching co-contribution may be required
- Some programs have employee or turnover thresholds
Eligibility varies by program. Always check the official source before applying.
Open programs
Showing 8 of 8This program provides matched funding to organisations in the resource recovery sector in Victoria to build capacity and capability in recycling and remanufacturing. Projects funded include purchasing, installing and commissioning new equipment or upgrades to support circular economy initiatives, increase material quality for manufacturing, and create jobs in the resource recovery sector.
Supports circular economy opportunities to bring compost made from household kerbside Food Organics Garden Organics services back to local communities in NSW.
A $29.5 million grant awarded to deliver new research, tools and resources enabling regions and communities to transition to a prosperous and sustainable post-mine future. The program focuses on four categories of opportunities: engagement and partnership, waste reduction and recovery, mine rehabilitation, and land use transitions for mining regions.
Up to 50% rebate to a maximum of $50,000 for equipment or technologies that assist businesses to avoid, reduce and recycle waste and help them transition to a circular economy.
An early-stage pre-accelerator program supporting founders with startups operating within the circular economy. Over 12 intensive weeks, expert facilitators and coaches help founders launch their circular startup idea to market, with a focus on innovations that reduce waste, increase resource efficiency, or promote sustainable production and consumption practices.
Supports NSW universities and government research facilities to investigate and identify harmful chemical additives in plastics products and improve understanding of factors impacting recycled plastics quality and microplastics measurement.
Supporting NSW local councils in waste levy paying areas to deliver innovative and collaborative waste solutions that support the transition to a circular economy.
Supports projects that propose solutions for the recycling of hard-to-recycle plastics, like soft plastics, and re-manufacturing to increase the use of recycled content.
Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Program details, eligibility and closing dates change — always verify with the official source before applying. Last data update: February 2026.