Becoming a circular region requires systemic transformation, engagement, and action from all stakeholder groups in the local ecosystem.
This image shows a simplified model of how our ecosystem is organised. In the tightest circle, we have the transition brokers and backbone organisations. They help bring various actors together and facilitate collaboration for circular outcomes.
On the next level out, we have engaged actors. These are organisations across a broad range of sectors that are interested in circularity outcomes at different degrees of maturity. On the outer circle is the broader ecosystem who have varying levels of awareness and engagement in circular transition.
The Hunter JO, as a backbone organisation, supports and enables local circular initiatives as project partners and collaborators with funding from the NSW Government.
An important group to acknowledge, is the Hunter Central Coast Circular Economy Facilitators Group (CEFG). Their work has been instrumental in kickstarting and driving circular momentum in the region.
This group was established to:
Some of our key partners
Our Directory is a database of local actors (businesses, groups and other organisations) that make up our region’s circular ecosystem. The purpose of the directory is to connect actors together and enable collaboration, with actors listed based on their primary role in the system.
Head to our directory to explore our region’s circular ecosystem and add your organisation or initiative.
Local actors are listed by the key role they play in the system, including:
Check out circular economy case studies from across the region below! If you would like to submit your project or initiative as a case study please fill out our case study form below.
Connect and learn from other individuals and organisations involved in driving our region's circular transition
Please fill out the below information to assist us in developing a short case study about your circular economy project or initiative. By filling out this form you consent on behalf of your organisation for the information provided below to be used on the Hunter Circular website, newsletter, and social media, as well as the Hunter Joint Organisation website, newsletters, and social media.
