From Cost to Competitive Advantage

Too often, sustainability is viewed as an expense. At ASPIRE, we’re flipping the narrative, showing that circularity delivers measurable value.

               

Surplus to Solution: Agrobest Australia x J and A Plastics

Agrobest Australia turned surplus cardboard boxes into a valuable resource by listing them on the ASPIRE platform

               

At ASPIRE, we love showcasing how small exchanges can lead to meaningful impact—and this one’s a great example.

At ASPIRE, we love showcasing how small exchanges can lead to meaningful impact—and this one’s a great example

               

Turning Excess Resources into Wins: Sunshine Coast Airport & Tunnel Ridge Ranch

A perfect example of how resource exchange through ASPIRE creates real impact!

               

Circular Success Story: The perfect story of rescue, repair and reuse with ASPIRE- Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

At Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, we saw the power of circularity in action!

               

Another fantastic exchange completed by Concept Labs and Megabeam Services, with support from Sunshine Coast Council!

This time, they swapped 200L Steel Drums, diverting a whopping 720 kg from landfill, saving 2,016 kg of carbon emissions, and enjoying a fantastic $2,400 in annual savings.

               

Celebrating ASPIRE Success with Sunshine Coast Council

Thrilled to share the latest achievement from the Sunshine Coast Council's active participation in ASPIRE.

               

Another great exchange of Brisbane City Council on ASPIRE!

In this recent exchange, Brisbane City Council not only reduced waste but also made a significant impact on shaping a sustainable future for their community.

               

Highlighting a Successful Resource Exchange on ASPIRE by the Kingston Council

We're thrilled to share the latest success story from the Kingston Council, showcasing the power of resource exchange through ASPIRE!

               

Celebrating a Successful Exchange on ASPIRE by the Kingston Council

We are delighted to share the latest accomplishment stemming from the Kingston City Council, exemplifying the transformative potential of resource exchange via ASPIRE!

               

Embracing Sustainability: ASPIRE's Impact on Sunshine Coast

This fiscal year (2022-2023) has been a journey of remarkable achievements, as we come together to shape a greener future for the Sunshine Coast region.

               

Unveiling ASPIRE's Impact: Sunshine Coast 30 March - 23 June

Celebrate our strides towards sustainability: 385.25 tonnes emission cut, 730.9 tonnes landfill diversion, 115 resource exchanges, $383,531.81 savings.

               

COYO and Dolphin Plastics resource exchange

It is very inspiring to witness Australian businesses making an impact and collaborating towards reducing waste.

               

Decina Bathroomware and Spinifex Caravans resource exchange

Let's celebrate the remarkable achievements of Decina Bathroomware and Spinifex Caravans Pty Ltd in their timber pallets resource exchange partnership.

               

Precious Plastic Melbourne

Plastic is one of the biggest environmental threats, so there are many ways to create new life from plastic waste.

               

Supported by the Kingston City Council, Purple Pear Property Services

Wood is one of the most sustainable building materials and is often used in supply chains as pallets.

               

Pottery for the Planet and Sideways resource exchange

Cardboard packaging exchange

               

250+ businesses in the Sunshine Coast region

We are pleased to share key achievements with our partnerhsip with the Sunshine Coast Council.

               

Sunshine Coast Council successfully exchanged resources

Exchange and reuse of resources helps to lessen the amount of waste that ends in landfills.

               

Templeton Ginger

Three generations of The Templeton family have been growing Ginger. Exchange and reuse of resources helps to lessen the amount of waste that ends in landfills.

               

Fast Growers

Fuelled by the obsession to display perfectly sized and other subjective specifications can have a long-lasting economical impact down the supply chain.


               

Casafico

The environmental benefits of using sustainable materials in the construction industry are immense!

               

AB Mauri

AB Mauri Yeast Australia is a food manufacturer of yeast products for industrial baking and retail products such as bread mixes for household breadmakers.

               

ATECH Recyclers

Australian owned e-waste company, ATECH Recyclers is now connected to hundreds more businesses to purposely re-use electronic waste.

               

Aximill

Boral’s discarded plasterboard and McDonald’s coffee grounds are now used by Aximill to manufacture kitty litter.

               

Casafico

Casafico is Australia’s innovative manufacturer for building products. The company focuses on designing, engineering, and building homes with sustainable materials.

               

Close the Loop

Close the Loop (CTL) is an Australian owned resource recovery and recycling company with a global reputation for providing creative end of life product management services.

               

Corex

Polymer Recovery was able to divert 3,000 tonnes of thermoplastics from landfill by connecting to other businesses.

               

Rotometrics

Rotometrics’ chemical waste now traded as a resource to Global Waste Management saving thousands for both businesses and reduced environmental impact.

               

Enigmaclean

Australian commercial cleaning supplies manufacturer Enigmaclean reduced their usual waste to landfill by 75%.